SERVER 1 COMPLETE Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs rapidly in four stages after exposure to an allergen. This reaction occurs due to an overreactive immune response to the allergen, which the body mistakenly perceives as harmful. These can be foods, medications, insect stings, latex, or something else. The immune … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), often known simply as autism, is a developmental disability in children and adults. Autism can present with a variety of symptoms, typically affecting social skills as well as both verbal and nonverbal communication. Signs of autism in adults are similar to those in children. Typically, symptoms of autism … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Asperger’s syndrome is a developmental disorder that is no longer considered a diagnosis as of 2013. The condition is instead considered level 1 autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD is a spectrum of neurological conditions that can affect language and communication skills.1 Asperger’s syndrome is no longer a diagnosis because it can be … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Sensory overload occurs when some form of stimulus—like a loud sound, itchy tag, or smelly perfume—overwhelms your ability to comfortably process what you’re experiencing.1 If you’re experiencing sensory overload, you might feel the need to escape or find it difficult to communicate your needs. Sometimes, sensory overload can become extremely overloaded, making … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Astigmatism is a vision problem that causes blurriness, visual distortion, and difficulty seeing at night, among other symptoms.1 Researchers don’t exactly know what causes astigmatism, but they do know that the condition occurs when the cornea (or, the outermost layer of your eye) changes in shape. You may also be at an … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Appendicitis occurs when the appendix, a small finger-shaped pouch attached to the large intestine, becomes inflamed or infected.1 This condition can cause painful symptoms such as stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and a mild fever. A blockage in the appendix or an infection can cause appendicitis, and there is no … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Allergic rhinitis is the inflammation of nasal passageways that occurs when your immune system overreacts to allergens such as pollen, pet dander, or dust mites that are in the air. When it’s pollen causing the nasal inflammation, allergic rhinitis is referred to as hay fever or seasonal allergies. In people with allergic … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Overthinking (also called rumination) refers to dwelling excessively on past or future situations or problems. It often takes the form of analyzing situations from multiple angles, going over and over them until you begin to feel stress or anxiety. While thinking through situations thoroughly can help you make informed decisions, overthinking can … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Box breathing, which is sometimes called square breathing or tactical breathing, was initially created by the United States military. Members of the armed forces, like the Navy Seals, would use this type of breathing to manage stress and improve their performance. This technique follows four steps, which include breathing in, holding, breathing … Read more
SERVER 1 COMPLETE Attachment is a type of connection that you form during the beginning of life—usually with a parent or caregiver. As you get older, your attachment evolves through factors like your environment, peers, and romantic relationships. In adulthood, your attachment style influences how you relate to others, the relationships you form, and how … Read more
