For many people, the Covid-19 Pandemic has probably been one of the most traumatic events to ever take place in the lives of some individuals. Even if you were not directly affected by the pandemic, watching the news and the fear of getting sick constantly looming over your head can be pretty daunting. Though it no longer seems likely, the…
As we prepare for pumpkin season, also known as fall, we should also be preparing for the dreaded rise in ear infections that come with colder weather. In fact, according to the Mayo Clinic, ear infections are most common during the fall and winter months. Individuals who suffer from seasonal allergies are more prone to get them as a result…
A token economy is a reward system designed to reinforce or create desired behavior or habits. It is based on the contingency of maintaining that behavior or habit with positive Reinforcement by way of reward. A perfect example is when children are given stickers or tokens when they do chores or follow instructions. In some cases, these stickers or tokens…
“Those Who Do Not Learn History Are Doomed to Repeat It.” One of the most notable quotes is that despite being referred to repeatedly for decades, there are so many instances where we as a society have chosen to ignore our history. Time and time again, we have seen and witnessed the consequences of this. Be it Climate change, Women’s…
If you were to google the word Imposter, it would be defined as someone who pretends to be someone they are not to deceive others, usually for some nefarious intention or personal gain. Imposter syndrome is when individuals feel they are not as competent as others perceive them to be. Sometimes the thought of being seen as successful or even…
Quality control is probably one of the last things you ever think about while doing your routine grocery run. However, quality control from the production line to the supermarket and then to your home can make the difference between life and death at no fault of your own. In lieu of the recent Tyson poultry recall, where over 8.5 million…
Shopping can be stressful. That stress, however, can be exacerbated as many readjust to the new normal that is shopping during a pandemic coupled with the summer heat. Now more than ever, getting the most out of your groceries isn’t just about getting a bang for your buck. It’s about making sure the quality of your food from the supermarket…