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Is Vaping Worse than Smoking? Here's What the Research Says

Vaping has exploded in popularity over the past decade, marketed as a “healthier” alternative to traditional cigarettes. But as e-cigarette use grows, especially among teens and young adults, a critical question arises: Is vaping actually worse than smoking?

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What Is Shockwave Therapy—and Is It Right for Your Pain?

Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive medical treatment that utilizes acoustic waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues. Originally developed for breaking up kidney stones in a procedure known as lithotripsy, shockwave therapy has since been adapted for various musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions, particularly those involving chronic pain and inflammation.

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Comparing the Best Dental Implants Houston TX Clinics in 2025

When it comes to restoring your smile, finding the best dental implants Houston TX clinic is a life-changing decision. Whether you're missing one tooth or need a full-mouth transformation, Houston offers several leading clinics that specialize in implants. But how do you choose the right one?

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Spring Street Dermatology

Spring Street Dermatology offers advanced dermatology services in New York. With locations in Soho and Uptown Manhattan, we provide personalized medical and cosmetic care using the latest technology and an integrative approach. We focus on building lifelong doctor-patient relationships and treat conditions like atopic dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, and bed bug bites. Guided by our belief that Healthy Skin is Beautiful Skin, every treatment plan is tailored to your unique skin goals. Schedule your same-day appointment and see why we’re the trusted choice for skin care in NYC.

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Longevity Supplements: Live Longer and Healthier

Longevity refers to the length of time a person lives, but it’s not just about reaching a ripe old age. It’s about living longer and healthier. We’re not talking about merely surviving into your 90s, but thriving with energy, clarity, and independence. That’s the real goal of longevity. It’s a concept that has fascinated humanity for centuries—from ancient elixirs to modern scientific breakthroughs. In today’s world, longevity is no longer left to chance or good genetics. It’s a measurable, modifiable aspect of your life influenced by everything from what you eat to the supplements you take.

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Pinched Nerve vs. Pulled Muscle in Your Shoulder: Decoding the Pain and Choosing the Right Path to Recovery...

That sudden, sharp pain in your shoulder – is it a fleeting muscle twinge or something more sinister lurking beneath? Many of us have been there, that moment of uncertainty and the immediate question: What did I just do to my shoulder?

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Creating Scalable Systems with a Coach

In today’s fast-paced entrepreneurial world, scalability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. Whether you're a startup or an established business looking to expand, your systems must be designed for growth. Scalability means your operations, infrastructure, and resources can handle increased demand without a corresponding spike in costs. But many small business marketing consultants struggle to create scalable systems on their own, often getting stuck in daily operations. This is where a business coach becomes invaluable, offering the guidance, strategy, and accountability needed to develop systems that grow with your business.

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Patient Preference Trends: Lexapro vs Zoloft Prescriptions Over Time

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) have been a cornerstone in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and related mental health disorders for decades. Among the most commonly prescribed SSRIs are zoloft vs lexapro. These medications have been widely used due to their effectiveness, tolerability, and safety profile. Over time, shifts in patient preferences, physician prescribing behavior, and market trends have influenced which of the two medications is more commonly chosen. Understanding these trends can provide insight into broader changes in mental health treatment, pharmaceutical marketing, and patient expectations.

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Is Mental Wellness Written in Your Genes? Exploring the DNA of Anxiety and Depression

Imagine waking up each morning, looking in the mirror, and wondering why your mind sometimes feels like an alien landscape—anxiety crawling through your thoughts or depression casting shadows where there should be light. What if I told you that part of the answer might be hiding in the microscopic coils of your DNA, a secret code that influences not just the color of your eyes or your height, but also the way your brain processes emotions?

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How to Heal a Relationship Damaged by Contempt and Resentment

Imagine the sting of a sarcastic remark that cuts deeper than anger, or the heavy silence that speaks volumes of unspoken frustration. These are often the hallmarks of contempt and resentment, insidious forces that can erode the very foundation of a loving relationship. Have you ever felt a wave of disdain wash over you when interacting with your partner? Or perhaps a simmering bitterness that refuses to dissipate?

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Spotlight Video | Congenital Anemia: Inherited Blood Disorders | Afshin Eli Gabayan, MD

While most cases of anemia are linked to iron deficiency, some are passed down through families. Congenital anemia refers to inherited forms of the condition that typically appear in childhood and are not corrected by diet alone.

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Spotlight Video | What Is Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery? | Timothy A. Biela, MD

When children face bone, joint, or muscle issues, they need more than just standard care—they need the expertise of a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon. These specialists are trained to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions in growing bodies, from newborns to teenagers.

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Guess Who and Problematic ABA

I had a cool session shaped by a spontaneous game purchase at Target. One of my adult learners with I/DD is extending his time at a day program by an hour a day, and I picked up “Guess Who” for a leisure activity. This learner has already mastered losing and winning gracefully so it was essentially a time-filler.

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Emergency Dentist Near Me in Henderson, NV: When Urgent Care Can Save Your Smile

Dental emergencies can strike at the most inconvenient times—during a family meal, on vacation, or before a big event. Whether it’s a painful toothache, a chipped tooth, or a knocked-out molar, knowing where to go for immediate, professional care can make all the difference. If you're in Henderson, NV, and searching for an emergency dentist near you in Henderson, NV, here’s what you need to know.

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The Life of a Behavior Analyst Living with Serious Mental Ilness

Ah, the life of a behavior analyst with a serious mental illness… On paper, it was a MONUMENTAL week.

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When Learners Understand the Mechanisms Behind their ABA Interventions

Working with an AuDHD teen who fully understands what ABA is is so cool. This learner is brilliant. We talked about how their IQ is probably off the charts (as well as how IQ testing is based in racism and not an appropriate measure of intelligence).

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When is Noncompliance Learned Helplessness

The professor was discussing the cruel but fruitful “learned helplessness” psychology experiments in which a dog was harnessed to a platform that would shock them in a contraption that also had a “safe” side they could jump to.

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Treating Private Events in ABA

It feels like there’s no accounting for mental health in behavior change procedures. My last post was about the peer review committee defense that I’ve been gearing up for and the anxiety I’ve been feeling in preparation. Ever since I was a child I have fixated on certain “scary” events and have lost days to weeks of pleasant experiences by obsessing.

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When is Attention Extinction the Wrong Answer?

I used to think that attention extinction was the best course of action for perseverative speech/fixation. This weekend I did what turned out to be a really great CEU about psychiatric medication and ABA that initially made me feel really icky because a successful dependent variable was the reduction of repetitive delusional statements.

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Trauma-Informed Care in ABA

I do not have a certification in trauma-informed care. But, today, I held space for the trauma of a learner in a way that I *think* both supported them through some very significant PTSD and remained within my scope. Briefly, my learner has had frequent interaction with law enforcement, most recently when their group home called 911 when unable to manage their aggression.