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Food for thought: recognizing a verbally abusive relationship
This is the second part of a two part series on Verbal Abuse. In this article I will address some ways to manage verbal abuse.
Diabetes Month increases awareness
Attention, awareness and education about diabetes is always at the forefront, but this month special attention was given to the diabetes as November serves as National Diabetes Month.
Food for thought: Can you recognize emotional abuse?
This is a two part series on emotional abuse. Today I will examine how to recognize emotional abuse. Next week I will discuss the symptoms in men and women who abuse and how to stop it.
Doctor presents on "aid in dying"
Death is often something people avoid speaking about at all costs. But for others, it is a stark reality, something that is coming sooner rather than later. For the latter, deemed terminally ill, a choice in how to spend their last days is of utmost importance, said Dr. Thomas Preston, who visited Polson and St. Ignatius last Wednesday to discuss the issue.
Food for thought: emathy-is it important and should parents be teaching it?
Empathy is being aware of and showing concern for another person’s situation or feelings. Empathy and concern for other people allow us to appreciate what we have and how we can help others. Not being empathetic can lead to people doing what they like regardless of how it affects others and this can lead to petty and major crimes against others. Children who show no feelings of empathy are often found bullying or habitually teasing other children.
"Gathering of the Wreaths" inspires Christmas spirit
The Mineral County Medical Foundation held the first annual “Gathering of the Wreaths” on Saturday. A decorated cardboard gingerbread house on the 4-H building’s door beckoned individuals inside to a Christmas themed showing.
Church offers free classes
You might expect someone with an associate degree, two bachelors degrees, two masters degrees and a Ph.D. to go by Dr., Mr., or even sir, but, in this case, something much more informal will do.
Needles, insulin, and excercise collide
Jokes about being scared of needles and poking fingers quickly made their way into the chatter last Wednesday night in the basement of the Tamarack Clinic.
Mental health clinics held
More than 19 million people in the United State suffer from depression annually. Many factors can lead to depression including unrealistic goals, financial stress, family expectations, and change of schedule or eating habits. According to Neil Nedley, MD, a few lifestyle changes may be all you need to break free of the trap of depression.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: internet dating
In 1727, Helen Morrison, a lonely spinster in Manchester, England, placed the first lonely hearts personal, advertising for a husband in the local weekly newspaper. In response, the town mayor committed her to a lunatic asylum for a month. But in hindsight, Helen Morrison was a pioneer. People from that period would be appalled that the day has come when advertising for a mate is considered a legitimate way of meeting new people. Chat rooms have replaced bar rooms and dating sites. Personal ads no longer have the “stigma” they once did.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Compulsive lying
Lying often starts in childhood and may be part of the normal developmental process or lying could be an indicator of a more serious problem. Why do children lie? Many young children (ages 4-5) often lie because of their inability to distinguish fact from fantasy. An older child or adolescent may lie to avoid doing something, or deny responsibility for their actions to avoid disapproval and punishment. Others may lie to prevent hurting people’s feelings or to protect their privacy. For some children, lying is a common place behavior that they experience all the time. For instance, parents tell white lies, break promises or distort the truth (“I had to lie because--”).
A lil' backcountry ingenuity
Dr. Michael Righetti’s day job prepares him pretty well for the unexpected medical emergencies he may encounter as a backcountry horseman. The St. Joseph Medical Center orthopedic surgeon knows that a little ingenuity can go a long way when limited resources and wilderness isolation force you to think outside the box to save a life.
Market is a great addittion
Saturday was the closing day of the Thompson Falls Market and attendees enjoyed perfect fall weather, nearly 20 vendors, live music and a cinnamon roll contest that included some of the county’s best bakers (boy, those were some lucky judges!). We are fortunate to have a market that allows folks to come together from around the county to buy locally, display and sell their made/grown in Montana goods, and to just visit with neighbors.
Hospital wins award
The Clark Fork Valley Hospital was the recipient of a 2009-2010 Quality Achievement Award from the Mountain Pacific Quality Health Foundation (MPQHF).
Food for Thought: homework battles
Do you find homework time often becomes a war zone where there is begging, pleading, bargaining and demanding between you and your child? Every September these battles happen on a daily basis throughout the country.
Partisan concerns
What’s up with Republicans these days? Take the recent primary race for Senator in Delaware to replace Joe Biden’s seat, for instance. Republican voters were faced with choosing old establishment “moderate ideals” by casting their vote for candidate Mike Castle or taking a truly bold step by selecting Christine O’Donnell as their choice for a conservative reformer. The standard everyday Republicans are not going to “roll the current destruction” occurring in America today, in the halls of Congress in Washington, D.C., in the State legislative sessions amongst all fifty states, or even in hundreds of local courthouses of county governments.
A lil' backcountry ingenuity
r. Michael Righetti’s day job prepares him pretty well for the unexpected medical emergencies he may encounter as a backcountry horseman. The St. Joseph’s Medical Center orthopedic surgeon knows that a little ingenuity can go a long way when limited resources and wilderness isolation force you to think outside the box to save a life.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Is anger worth the hangover?
Whether your anger is justified or not, anger can be very harmful unless you can appropriately express it and let it go. Letting go of anger is not an easy task. Although anger may give you power and make you feel like it is something important to hold on to, it is no life jacket. In fact, anger and stress can hurt your physical and mental health. High levels of hostility are responsible for heart disease and increased blood pressure. It can lower your immune system and leave you open to an array of diseases and health problems. It drains energy from your life and doesn’t make you feel well.
Thompson Falls Market holds challenge
The Thompson Falls Market will close the 2010 market season with the much anticipated Cinnamon Roll Challenge on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the west lot of the Falls Motel.
Seeds of jealousy planted at young age
Jealousy is a very complex emotion. It is estimated that 20 percent to 35 percent of all murders involve a jealous lover.