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And even though the drive to vaccinate people against COVID-19 is helping the country return to normal, the acceleration of online shopping is projected to continue. E-commerce retail sales are forecast to surpass $1 trillion by 2023—up from around $800 billion in 2020, based on data from eMarketer and Citi. Interestingly, the rise of e-retail hasn’t just impacted our bank account balances over the last year—it has also had some surprising effects on our emotional wellbeing....

Despite this, it would still take years for me to reckon with that bias personally, as a woman of South Asian heritage who had taken in a great deal of the war on drugs propaganda that was a staple of my childhood. In fact, it hit me after missing my scheduled phone interview with a source for my first freelance writing gig at a dollar-per-word rate during a particularly terrible cycle of migraines and sleep issues fueling each other....

For example, imagine that you taught your dog to shake hands. Over time, the trick became less interesting. You stop rewarding the behavior and eventually stop asking your dog to shake. Eventually, the response becomes extinct, and your dog no longer displays the behavior. Causes of Extinction and When It Occurs In classical conditioning, when a conditioned stimulus is presented alone without an unconditioned stimulus, the conditioned response will eventually cease....

How Long Barbiturates Remain in Your System If you have been prescribed barbiturates and you will be having a toxicology screen for employment or other purposes, be sure to disclose to the testing authority which medications you are taking. Barbiturates are often part of the typical screening panel. By disclosing your prescriptions the lab and pathologist will be able to better interpret the results. Several factors are involved in determining how long barbiturates are detectable in the body, including which kind drug test is being used....

In the U.S., in accordance with the Controlled Substances Act, Soma is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance. This classification means that this substance has a recognized potential for abuse and addiction.While it varies for each person, Soma usually stays in your system for an average of 11 hours. Soma metabolites remain in your system for up to four days after you stop taking it. Standard drug tests do not screen for Soma, so it is only be detectable if a person is specifically tested for it....

Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about ADHD, and these misunderstandings can be very hurtful to people living with it. Some people inaccurately believe ADHD is a “made up” disorder which is over-diagnosed and over-medicated. Others perceive ADHD as a benign, inconsequential condition that is easily managed with good parenting and disappears as a child moves into adulthood. Whether you are the parent of a child with ADHD, the partner or spouse of someone with ADHD, or have ADHD yourself, you have likely heard some (or all) of the following faulty and provoking statements about the condition....

Because migraines remain somewhat mysterious and can cause terrible pain for sufferers (sometimes pain can last for days at a time), you might still be wondering if there are any other treatments options that you can try. The good news is that there are surprising benefits related to sex and sleep. Scientific research has shown that you can mitigate the occurrences and intensity of migraines by having more sex and keeping a consistent and regular sleep routine....

In its first three seasons, Netflix’s Stranger Things introduced us to terrifying monsters like the Demogorgon and the Mind Flayer, and now in the recently released first part of the fourth season, the series unveiled its scariest monster yet: Vecna. Unlike the Demagorgon or Mind Flayer, which slay anyone who gets in their way, the humanoid Vecna is more discerning about its victims. Vecna targets adolescents in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, who are suffering psychologically, torturing and killing those who are the most vulnerable....

One feature that many WhatsApp users enjoy is the ability to customize their chat window, including the chat color. So, we’ve got you covered if you want to match your chat color to your phone’s theme or mix things up with a new look. Sо, let’s get started! Changing the Chat Color on WhatsApp Changing the chat color on WhatsApp is easy and only takes a few steps. Here’s how to do it: That’s all there is to it!...

You may even find yourself alone this time of year if you live with social anxiety disorder (SAD). Perhaps you turned down invitations to gatherings because of your anxiety, or maybe your relatives live out of town. Whatever the reason for being alone, there are ways that you can feel less lonely. Accept Being Alone Accepting being alone doesn’t necessarily mean staying home and feeling lonely. There are many things that you can do on Thanksgiving that put you in the company of people, or connect you with people, while you are still alone....

There are many theories about what causes cravings, but the bottom line is that if you have been addicted you will almost certainly experience cravings. Here are some key points you should understand if you’re coping with cravings after withdrawing from an addictive substance: Medications to Reduce Cravings You are very vulnerable to cravings shortly after becoming abstinent. However, methods of overcoming cravings that rely on willpower alone often fail....

So whether you want to set the mood for a Story or add some extra flair to a photo or video, being able to find and add music to your Snapchat content can enhance your overall messaging and help you stand out from the crowd. Finding a Song on Snapchat Finding a song on Snapchat is easy and can be done directly within the app. To start, open Snapchat and tap on the “Create” icon in the bottom center of the screen....

This article discusses the purpose and benefits of a support group and what you can expect. It also covers where to look for different support groups based on your needs. What Is a Support Group? There are common misconceptions about support groups—including about what they can and cannot do. A support group can be defined as a group of people who share concerns or experiences. These groups meet regularly in order to provide each other with advice, comfort, and encouragement....

We generally expect kids to be happy-go-lucky and fearless, and any phobia can be difficult for parents to address. When the fear is of death, it can be particularly challenging to cope. Signs and Symptoms of the Fear of Death Children with thanatophobia experience intense anxiety and fear in response to thoughts of death. As a result, they often experience physical symptoms of fear, such as: Chest painChillsDizzinessNauseaRacing heartbeatShallow, rapid breathingSweatingTremblingUpset stomach...

You are probably feeling a little helpless and thinking what is there you can really do to help? You’re not alone as a lot of people have been in this position. With a little more information and guidance, please know that you can do a great deal to support your loved one. How to Know if a Loved One Has an Eating Disorder If there is a person about whom you are worried, the first step is that you are here and concerned about your friend’s thoughts or behaviors around eating....

Providing support to a grieving friend or family member can be almost as difficult. Knowing what to say—or, more importantly, what not to say—is not always easy and can often leave you at a loss for words. How to Provide Support When someone experiences the death of a loved one with an addiction, the feeling the person will undergo will be largely characterized by conflict. While there may be beautiful memories to share, there may be just as many traumatic ones the person would rather forget....

The theory of social intelligence was first brought to the forefront by American psychologist Edward Thorndike in 1920. He defined it as, “The ability to understand and manage men and women and boys and girls, to act wisely in human relations.” No one is born socially intelligent. Instead, it involves a set of skills that an individual learns over time. Signs of Social Intelligence People who are socially intelligent display core traits that help them communicate and connect with others....

Fortunately, knowing how to introduce people gets easier with practice. Below are some simple steps for making introductions. Determine Who Should Be Introduced to Whom The name of the older or higher-ranking person should be said first. For example: “Dr. Jones, I’d like to introduce you to my friend, John.” When all other things are equal, the name of the person whom you know better should be said first. In a business situation, the client is always considered higher ranking....

Factors That Can Help Overcome the Bystander Effect While the bystander effect can have a negative impact on prosocial behavior, altruism and heroism, researchers have identified a number of different factors that can help people overcome this tendency and increase the likelihood that they will engage in helping behaviors. Some of these include: Witnessing Helping Behavior Sometimes just seeing other people doing something kind or helpful makes us more willing to help others....

What you think and believe isn’t always true. But holding onto some of those beliefs might cause you to suffer. For example, someone who believes they are destined to be an “insomniac” might try several different behavioral experiments in an attempt to uncover whether specific strategies might help them sleep better, like exercising in the morning and turning off their screens an hour before bedtime. How It Works Cognitive behavioral therapists help individuals become aware of their problems and the thoughts, emotions, and beliefs about their problems....