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DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been taking care of my father-in-law for four years -- getting his groceries, going to the bank, picking up prescriptions and doing different tasks. He’s disabled and ...
Taking care of your own needs is essential, but when you're dealing with a narcissist, it can feel impossible. These folks have a way of making you feel like you're doing something wrong, even when ...
Considering the wellness space is flooded with recommendations for living a healthier lifestyle that are hyper-focused on diet and exercise, it can be difficult for the average person to embrace a ...
HEALTH EXPERT, DOCTOR ASH, EXPLAINING WHAT IT IS AND WHY IT’S BECOMING AN IMPORTANT PART OF OVERALL WELLNESS. A MENTAL HEALTH DAY IS TIME YOU TAKE TO YOURSELF TO REST AND RECHARGE. IT COULD BE A WHOLE ...
We've all heard about the importance of practicing "self-care," but what does that actually mean? Of course, there are self-care basics: Getting enough sleep, exercising regularly and eating a ...
Dear Eric: I am a retired 70-year-old. My mother is 93 and lives alone about 20 miles from me. She has lived in her home for more than 50 years, is relatively healthy and can still take care of ...
BIG STONE GAP, Va.—Duane Johnson starts his route about 8 a.m., driving through mountain roads, some gravel and single lane, bringing frozen meals to aging farmers, coal miners, veterans and teachers ...
Over the more than 20 years that I have faced the challenges of my bipolar disorder, I was not alone. While I felt isolated for so long, my primary caregiver, Izzy Goncalves, who is my spouse, was ...
Navigating a natural disaster can be challenging, but you can look after your mental health by giving yourself time to adjust, limiting your news consumption, and reaching out for support.