Student Papers
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by David Held
By My Family Plate at April 27, 2013 | 11:33 am | 0 Comment
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a condition that can cause pain and numbness in the hands and arms. This condition can become progressively worse if untreated. CTS can be caused by a number of things and symptoms can vary as well. Treatment options range from home remedy to therapy to surgery. The carpal tunnel is a small passageway that runs from the arm into the more...
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) by Sue Lasini
By My Family Plate at March 13, 2013 | 2:32 pm | 1 Comments
SAD, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder is a type of depression that affects an individual at the same time every year. It usually begins in the fall and can continue through the winter months and it is more than just the winter blues. It can also affect some people in the spring and summer, but a larger percentage of the population that has Seasonal Affective more...
Stress Management for College Students by Trinh Nguyen
By My Family Plate at February 10, 2013 | 10:19 pm | 0 Comment
Stress is a feeling our body creates when we react and respond to stressors— particular events such as work presentations, school exams, sport competitions, etc. Stress is normal and it goes along the line of being good and bad depending on the situation. Stress is incredibly common amongst college students and when stress becomes too overwhelming, some students may not more...
All About Cervical Cancer by Armin Begic
By My Family Plate at February 9, 2013 | 12:59 pm | 0 Comment
Cervical cancer, the third most common type of cancer found in women affects approximately 12,000 women each year (Cervical Cancer Statistics). Cervical cancer acts as all other cancers do in that it occurs when abnormal cells grow out of control. The cause of cervical cancer is not totally clear but there are common signs found in all women who have been diagnosed with more...
What is Bipolar Disorder by Daniella Horn
By My Family Plate at February 6, 2013 | 1:24 pm | 0 Comment
More than two million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder, either type 1 or type 2. Type 1 Bipolar Disorder is characterized as an individual who has experienced at least one manic stage in their lifetime along with bouts of major depression. Type 2 Bipolar Disorder is characterized as an individual whose mood cycles between feeling more...
