When people say they're on a diet they usually mean restricting calories. But the word diet comes from the Greek word diaita, which means “way...
Author: WilmzBrewxs
"Michael Didn't Get Off!"
When I first heard that Michael Jackson was found innocent I was glad. But didn't he get away with pedophilia? Not really. He is not...
Part One - Weight Control - Why is it So Hard? The Answers Will Probably Surprise You!
We can put people on the moon but we can't help them control their weight. Our population is growing - faster in total mass than...
Not Just Apples vs. Pears: Now It Is Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome was the headline issue at last week's annual meeting of psychiatrists (APA). What is it? Do you fit the criteria? What can you...
Is the "Runaway Bride" Still Running?
Is the "runaway bride", Jennifer Wilbanks, still running? She's nowhere to be found. When she was having her fifteen minutes of fame I received several...
Habit 3: First Things First
You have to take care of your biological needs first. This includes a good diet plus basic vitamins and supplements. It also includes good sleep,...
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind
Before deciding on a course of action think about your goals - especially long term. Hopefully you want to live a long, productive and meaningful...
The Making of a Psychiatrist: My Air Force Experience During the Viet Nam War
As May 1968 approached my feelings were mixed. I was proud and excited to be graduating from medical school. For the rest of my life...
Why Do Some People Develop PTSD and Others Get Stronger and How Can We Help?
WHY DO SOME PEOPLE DEVELOP PTSD AND OTHERS GET STRONGER AND HOW CAN WE HELP? Senator Bob Dole stands in sharp contrast to the many...
We Can Put People on the Moon, Why Can't We Cure Addictions?
I felt sad when I read this week that Joan Kennedy, former wife of Senator Edward Kennedy, was found lying on a sidewalk in the...