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autism awareness month
national minority health month
autism awareness month
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), known also as “autism,” is a neurodevelopmental condition typically diagnosed in childhood. But some people, specifically people assigned female at birth (AFAB), may go undiagnosed until adulthood.
Traditional estimates find that boys are four times as likely as girls to receive an autism diagnosis. But experts are realizing that almost as many females as males may have autism — recent research shows that nearly 80% of autistic females are undiagnosed as of age 18.
An autism diagnosis can be a relief for many adults. It may explain symptoms they’ve always had but have never been able to explain. It can also open doors to much-needed health resources and support. For more information:
https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/understanding-undiagnosed-autism-adult-females
stress awareness month
national minority health month
autism awareness month
April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact that stress has on our lives and take steps to manage it effectively. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the demands of work, family, and other responsibilities. However, ignoring stress can lead to a variety of mental and physical health problems.
Stress is one of the leading causes of poor mental health. When stressed, your body releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that trigger the “fight or flight” response. This response can be helpful in dangerous situations, but chronic stress can lead to a range of health problems, including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and digestive issues. For more information on how to manage your stress:
national minority health month
national minority health month
national minority health month
April is National Minority Health Month. Chronic illness like heart disease, type II diabetes, hypertension and obesity impact a disproportionately high number of minorities. There are many factors that contribute to this disparity including culture, income, education, genetics, access to care and communication barriers.
According to the American Heart Association:
- African-Americans have a 33 percent higher death rate from cardiovascular disease than any other group.
- African-Americans are twice as likely to have a stroke than Caucasians.
- Native Americans are much more likely to die early from heart disease. 36 percent will die of heart disease before the age of 65 as opposed to 17 percent of the overall U.S. population.
- Mexican-Americans, African-Americans, Native Americans and Alaskan Natives have a much higher prevalence of type 2 diabetes than Caucasians.
- African-American and Mexican-American women have a much higher rate of obesity than Caucasian women
For more information on preventative measures:
empowerment
declutter challenge
Decluttering offers numerous benefits, including increased space, reduced stress, improved focus, and better mental health by creating a sense of order and control. It can also lead to a more peaceful and functional environment.
Here are tips for decluttering:
General Decluttering
- Junk Drawer: Clear out and reorganize your junk drawer, donating or discarding items that are no longer needed.
- Food Storage Containers: Purge old or mismatched food storage containers, keeping only those you regularly use.
- Expired Medications: Dispose of any expired medications properly.
- Unused Clothes and Toys: Donate or sell gently used clothing and toys that are no longer needed.
- Old Electronic Devices: Donate or recycle old electronics like cell phones, laptops, and digital cameras.
- Old Photos: Pick your favorites and clear out the rest.
- Unused or Broken Holiday Decorations: Toss or donate unused or broken holiday decorations.
- Old Holiday Cards and Birthday Cards: Clear out old cards.
- Excess and Unused Luggage: Donate or sell unused luggage.
- Linen Closets and Medicine Cabinets: Declutter these areas, focusing on expired items and items you no longer use.
Specific Room Focus
- Kitchen: Declutter the kitchen, focusing on food storage, utensils, and appliances.
- Bedroom: Declutter the bedroom, focusing on clothing, bedding, and storage items.
- Bathroom: Declutter the bathroom, focusing on toiletries, towels, and storage items.
- Office/Workspace: Declutter the office/workspace, focusing on paperwork, supplies, and storage items.
Tips for Success
- 10-10-10 Method: Dedicate 10 minutes each day to decluttering, sorting through 10 items, and completing 10 small organizational tasks.
- 12-12-12 Method: Tackle 12 items to throw away, 12 to donate, and 12 to put back in place.
- 20/20 Rule: If you can replace an item for less than $20 in less than 20 minutes, consider getting rid of it.
- Minimalism Game: For each day over one month, declutter the number of items according to the date.
- Don't Keep Things That Evoke Negative Emotions: Get rid of items that make you feel uncomfortable or annoyed.
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