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>> Jun 27, 2012
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Happy Monday
>> Jun 25, 2012
For
Blue Monday, I’ve
some blue things that captured last week. On Wednesday last week, after paying
our bills, my husband and I went to a mall since I wanted to have a hair cut.
During the way to the mall, in the front of Bogor Presidential Palace (Bogor,
West Java, Indonesia), we saw a demonstration that held by some people of West
Papua Province. I don’t want to highlight the issue here; but if the problem –military
violence to the local people- really happened there, it’s surely need further
attention from the central government.
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| At the mall, my husband chose and bought these bracelets for me. He's so sweet! |
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| Feeling thirsty, we dropped by a while at a tea bar. It's one brand of tea that we love. |
Albino Burmese Python Snake
>> Jun 23, 2012
These snakes were
captured at the snake area inside the Ragunan Zoo (Jakarta, Indonesia). I
noticed that there are tens of them in one large cage. All pics were taken
through thick display glass. It’s hard to take clear shots as the glass is
rather dusty.
The Burmese Python (Python molurus bivittatus) is the biggest
subspecies of the Indian Python and one of the 6 largest snakes in the world,
native to a large variation of tropic and subtropic areas of Southern and Southeast
Asia.
The Albino Burmese Pythons begin life as bright orange and yellow on a
white background color. Nowadays, the Albino Burmese has become very
affordable to get as a pet. These snakes will grow very large, but usually
have very calm and deliberate temperaments (source:constrictors.com).
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How the Depressives Surf Internet
>> Jun 22, 2012
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Research
has shown that the pattern of your Internet use can give some clues to your
mental well-being. Your way of spending time online, types of videos you watch,
checking your email obsessively suggests the condition of your mental health.
Switching frequently among various Internet applications like file downloading
to games to chat rooms can give some idea about your state of mind. In a study
of IEEE Technology and Society Magazine it is found that there is a difference between the Internet use of a
student who has signs of depression and a student who has no symptoms of
depression.
Last
Year, 216 undergraduate volunteers were recruited at Missouri University of
Science and Technology. In the first step, there is a questionnaire for the
participants called Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale which is
generally used to measure the level of depression in general people. It is
shown from the survey that 30 percent of the participants have the symptoms of
depression.
From
this study we can estimate that 10 to 40 percent of college students experience
such symptoms at some point. Next, the campus Internet usage data for the
participants was provided by the Information Technology Department of the
University. It was not for sneaking whom the students were e-mailing or what
they are looking for in the Internet, it was only for checking how they were
using the Internet. The information was gathered by the traffic flow collected
by the University at the time of troubleshooting network connections.
Finally,
when the statistical analysis of the Internet usage data and the depression
scores was conducted, two major findings
were there. Firstly, it was discovered that the participants who scored high in the depression meter follows a
particular trend like high level of sharing files such as movies and music.
Secondly, it was noticed that, there is a difference between the style of
Internet using among the participants with depression and the participants
without depression. For example, there
was a frequent using of emails by the participants with depressive symptoms
that indicates high level of anxiety. It was researched by the great
psychologists Phyllis Schumacher and Janet Morahan-Martin.
Excessively switching among the Internet Applications
like games, e-mails and chat rooms indicates the difficulty in concentrating
which is a very common depression symptom among students. There are some other
characteristic features that show depressive Internet behavior such as high level of gaming, video watching and
chatting.
The
practical application of this research is to develop a software application that could be installed in the
mobile devices or in the home computers to
monitor your Internet usage. It will be a cost effective way to understand
your mental state and seek medical help as soon as possible because when your
Internet usage pattern signals signs of depression it will give you an alert.
It will be a great help for the student counselors to understand the depressive behaviors of the students, if this type
of software is used at the universities. Medical Science is trying so hard in
finding solutions for the mental health problems in young people and I think
monitoring Internet usage will be a great help for them.
Dr.
Williams has been working on subjects like mental disorders, depression
treatment, mental health and now he loves to share his experience through his
articles about missouri psychiatrist, psychiatric services and many more.
Top 5 Romantic Activities in London
>> Jun 21, 2012
London has always
been a top tourist destination for those looking to discover Europe, however
when it comes to a romantic getaway, couples tend to think of Paris as the
capital city of love. Whilst there is a certain seductive charm about France,
what with all the delicious cuisine and quality wine, London is fast become a
sought after destination for couples looking for a romantic trip for two.
Here is a list of
London’s top 5 most romantic outings:
Champagne
Capsule on the London Eye. To celebrate Millennium, the London Eye
was built to provide a vantage point across the entire city. It has since
become a London landmark, with thousands of tourists taking a ride on the vast
wheel every day. Love can often be find high in the air when couples choose to
book a private Champagne Capsule experience on the London Eye. For 30 minutes couples can be left to
enjoy the romantic view of London in the privacy of their own capsule (which on
arrangement can include canapés).
A
Night-time Stroll Along the Southbank. For romance on a
budget, a hand-in-hand stroll along London’s famous Thames Path can be the
perfect makings of a romantic evening. Couples can soak up the alfresco dining
and wine bar atmosphere whilst listening to the sounds of the rivers lapping
waves. Trees are lined with fairy lights and often street performers provide
perfect ambient music.
Dinner
in the OXO Tower. For a good old fashioned romantic wine and dine,
London’s OxoTower Restaurant, Bar & Brasserie is a simply breathtaking fine dining
option. Situated on the top floor of the Oxo tower, lovers can watch boats
glide by on the Thames during the day, or witness London’s glittering lights
reflected in the river by night. There
is also an intimate outdoor balcony for couples to enjoy the views.
A
Picnic in Regents Park.
This is another option for those wishing to be rich in romance but tight
in budget. There is noting quite like a walk through a beautiful English rose
garden and then settling down to a picnic on a blanket. Here couples can enjoy
picturesque garden surroundings whilst munching on their strawberries and
gazing into one another’s eyes!
A
Trip to the Theatre.
London’s West End theatre has been a
destination for London’s high society for years, so why not treat your other
half to an unforgettable night at the theatre. There is something extremely
passionate about sitting in plus read seats, sipping champagne and watching one
of London’s latest theatrical triumphs. Couples often can’t resist the romantic
classic Phantom of the Opera
or the hypnotising music and vivid costumes in The Lion King. A trip to London’s
theatre is the perfect opportunity for couples to get dressed up and make a
real night of it.
Rebecca is a writer
and Arts Journalist for CheapTheatreTickets.com,
a London theatre news, reviews and ticket site. Rebecca is fan of all things
cultural; she loves ambling through art galleries or sitting down to watch a good
piece of theatre. Rebecca is also a fan of a fine wine!
How Baby Massage May Reduce Crying
The
benefits of infant massage are
manifold. In fact, a number of the benefits of baby massage are not only for
babies -- they are also reassuring and comforting parents who want to do the
best for their baby and provide as much care and comfort as possible.
Why massage a baby?
Baby massage offers a wonderful way to bond with your son or daughter and many
parents are delighted to learn that a number of studies have shown regular
massage can reduce crying, alleviate symptoms of colic, enhance the baby’s immune
system and assist with the development of better sleeping patterns. It comes as
no surprise that these are highly desirable ends for parents and babies.
For mothers experiencing postnatal depression, there is some evidence to show that baby massage can help to overcome some of the effects and symptoms of depression and build the emotional connection that exists between mother and baby.
Points to know about baby massage... should you use a baby massage oil?
● If a baby is healthy, it is usually
safe to massage him or her from birth onwards. Use of a gentle, natural baby massage oil is
generally safe and can enhance the experience of the massage.
● While baby massage can reduce
crying, it is generally not recommended that massage be used as a technique to
calm a baby that is already upset or distressed. However, baby massage has been
proven to fix specific conditions such as wind, colic, constipation or reflux.
● There is no need to massage your
baby for a particular length of time -- you may massage your baby for as long
or short a time as you both wish. However, as a baby becomes familiar with the
experience, it is advisable to start with shorter massages.
● A baby should never be forced to be massaged.
In the event that your baby exhibits signs of tiredness or irritability while
being massaged, it is best to stop and try again at another time.
● If your baby wants to change
positions, allow him or her to do so. You can learn a lot by observing your
baby’s behaviours and body language.
● Infant massage is most successful if
you are able to relax and follow the same pattern in the course of each massage
-- this way, your baby will learn what to expect.
● Playing soft music as you massage
your baby can also deliver benefits as your baby may form an association
between the music, relaxation and even going to bed.
● Baby massage should never be too
deep or hard, but it should also not be too light.
Infant massage and crying:
Crying is often a huge concern for parents, who feel distressed and compelled to ‘fix the problem’ when their baby is upset. Many parents feel their baby cries too much and are interested to learn techniques and strategies to soothe and comfort their child.
A number of studies have shown that for infants, older babies and toddlers who receive massage, there is a reduction in the amount of crying time. There are many reasons why this is the case, but because baby massage can help to relieve wind, colic and even constipation -- just some of the reasons babies cry -- it is definitely feasible that this connection is made.
Similarly, when massage is an enjoyable and relaxing experience for a baby, he or she is less likely to cry and more likely to enjoy this component of their daily routine.
Infant massage is important for many reasons and can deliver some very positive and desirable benefits. There is an ever-increasing belief that baby massage can reduce crying and, when this is considered with the other potential benefits of the practice, it is apparent that baby massage is good and worthwhile for all babies.
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Aggression - Signs, Types and Cures
>> Jun 20, 2012
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This modern world has
thrown open a lot of competition between people. One has to be on their toes to
stay a step ahead of everybody. This has led to a lot of aggression in people
and it starts to show in their behavior. While sometimes aggression may appear
to be a good thing to seek personal development, it can be harmful and is a
worry.
Many people fail to
realize the difference between assertiveness and aggression. While
assertiveness deals with making bold assertions and making things clear cut,
aggression cam be quite hostile and intrudes on the path of others. One may not
realize that he/she is aggressive in their behavior but some simple analysis
will reveal if he/she possesses aggression:
- The person is hostile and defiant. He/she is hard to stay or work with
- He/she always has a fighting mentality and a tendency to harm others
- The person may feel like abusing others and sometimes derives pleasure from it
- He/she has utter disregard for property belonging to him/her or to others
The sense of
domination is so strong in the persons that they have the least care for others
or do not feel much what other persons may feel. Aggression may occur in
different forms and types and results in different ways. The various types of aggressive can be:
- Physical form of violence is a form in which the aggressor intends to harm another person, the receiver, causing him intense pain, suffering and at times even death. This generally occurs in persons who have anger issues or severe frustrations
- Verbal aggression is another form where the aggressor makes use of threats, abuses, screams, taunts, sarcasms, yells and others
- Non-verbal aggression deals generally with intimidations. Clenching of the fists, bruxism or clenching of the teeth, a daring and glaring look, stalking and destruction of property of the receiver are the signs of it
- A person may also be passively aggressive and he/she is generally negative in his/her behavior. The person is angry but cannot or do not wish to show it. His/her reaction will generally be in the form of feeling upset, giving angry looks, showing displeasure, sulking, subconsciously underperforming a task etc.
It is a need to deal
with aggression otherwise the person may go into trouble and may begin to
develop mental problems. They may form borderline personality disorder,
anti-social personality, attention deficiency, hyperactivity, utter defiance
etc. People may also turn to alcohol, drugs and may become addicts.
For
reduction of aggression some simple steps may be followed which will have a
positive impact. If
one is aware that he/she is aggressive and wishes to control it, then half the
work is done.
- First and foremost thing is to eliminate the root cause of aggression. Analyzing oneself will help a lot in this regard
- Having found out the cause/s of aggression, it will be unwise to carry on repeating it again and again
- Have control over yourself and try to keep a cool head as much as possible. Do some deep breathing and relax your mind
- Try to be more acceptable towards others. Realize that a situation that aggression may actually deteriorate a situation rather than improve it
- If nothing works then do not shy away from seeking professional help. Sometimes there are anger management courses that help to reduce aggression levels
It is to be
remembered that to get temporary results sometimes a little bit of aggression
doesn’t hurt. However, in the long run this may not be the case and it is wiser
to in control and be assertive rather than be aggressive to reach one’s goal.
Dr. Williams is a
registered practitioner, he has specialized skills in doing suboxone treatment,
bipolar treatment and anxiety disorder treatment, how ever he also writes
informative articles about child psychiatrists, mental illness in children and other topics related to mental health when he gets
free time.
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