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When I first started college I attended a small Catholic university in downtown Pittsburgh. One of my favorite classes was Multiculturalism.

Difficulties with sitting still, paying attention or controlling impulsive behavior are some of the initial signs or symptoms of ADHD in ...

I am a forty-something introvert who has finally come to terms with being who I am and not longing to be someone else. To be an introvert

For those of you who are under 30, you might not even remember a time when people didn’t constantly check their phones for texts, Facebook

It's natural to want to eat healthy and fuel your body with the nutrients it needs to feel good. Figuring out how to actually eat healthy

The world has definitely changed and we are spending so much more time on zoom and video conferences. Over the past few weeks, I have been

Who doesn’t love a good fairy tale? Everyone! And most of us want to believe that when we find our Prince Charming (or Princess) that we’ll

Are you sabotaging your skin care by using low quality makeup? Many popular makeup products contain ingredients that can congest, breakout

When I was a high school student, a national holiday was established to honor Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. My principal, however,

It can be extremely frustrating when your body can't keep up with your mind. When your body tells you to slow down, but your mind is fully

Have you ever wondered why losing weight and keeping it off feels so difficult? Confused by all the conflicting information out there? Think

Plummeting temperatures and whipping winds are here for much of the country, and no matter where you live, cooler and drier winter air can

It's always a good idea to commit to improving your well-being or creating healthy habits in the new year, but if you approach your ...

A visit to the spa might not be an option for many of us, so here are five quick tips to create a spa-like experience in the comfort and ...

Navigating the sea of food labels on products for babies, children and adults alike can be overwhelming. After all, you want peace of mind

I’ve been writing and talking quite a bit recently about the impact of food on our brains, with respect to our moods, longevity, and ...

Boy oh boy did 2020 pull the rug out from under us. It was a year full of trials and tribulations. Hardship and awakenings.....nothing

Your skin barrier protects moisture from evaporating and bacteria from entering. The state of your barrier determines the strength of your

Many of us are looking for new things to do to feel entertained and engaged as we prepare for more pandemic closures. But from watching ...

Usually, my dreams feel pretty elusive, but lately, I’ve had weirdly memorable ones. Some so disturbing that I won’t even attempt to ...

What a year it’s been, to say the least. I know that not EVERYTHING is going to change when the clock strikes midnight on NYE, but I feel a