New Dads and Stress – This Father’s Day, Give New Dads the Gift of Relaxation
While becoming a dad for the very first time is exciting, it can be a little overwhelming, too. Mom is showered with attention once the big announcement is made, but dad can almost feel like he’s been shuffled to the side to make room for the new baby. Many people forget that this major life change is just as stressful for Dad as it is for Mom. If you, or someone you love, is about to become a new dad, follow these tips to deal with the stress of parenthood: Stay Involved with the...
Read MoreMassage Therapy Can Assist with Work-related Stress
A recent study conducted by the American Psychological Association found that most American employees are far from satisfied with their current work environment. In fact, the statistics show that nearly one-third of currently-employed respondents planned to change jobs in the next 12 months due to stressful conditions. With that thought in mind, it should come as no surprise that 36 percent of employees feel stress during their workday and 20 percent report that it rates at least an eight on a...
Read MoreStress and The Illnesses it Causes
What is stress? Stress is a natural and healthy physical response to our environment. When your body perceives a danger, it kicks in to “fight or flight” mode. Your body produces hormones (cortisol and adrenaline), your heart speeds up, and your blood pressure rises – all to give you strength and speed so that you can react to the danger. Even if the danger is only in your imagination, your body prepares physically in the exact same manner. That’s why it’s so important in today’s...
Read MoreThe Positive Effect of Massage on Stress and Other Illnesses
Massage therapy, in one form or another, has been used to treat various ailments for thousands of years. In today’s culture of modern Western medicine, massage is once again coming to the forefront of remedies for many illnesses. It is recognized globally by reputable health practitioners, both Eastern and Western, as an essential and effective part of a preventive or corrective treatment plan. Stress is an ailment that we all experience to one degree or another. If you take a look at this...
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