How to help someone in substance abuse rehabilitation By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Entering a drug rehabilitation program represents an important step toward sobriety. However,
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Is the Term ‘Special Needs’ Derogatory?
The term has been criticized as patronizing and vague and is falling out of favors By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The euphemism “special needs” has
Easier Doctor Visits
For children on the autism spectrum, even a well-child visit can be stressful By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Visiting the doctor’s office — even for
Incontinent? PT Can Help
Pelvic floor physical therapy can support urinary continence By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you have never heard of pelvic floor physical therapy for improving
Something New at ARISE at the Farm in Chittenango
Madison County Public Health partnered with ARISE at the Farm to create a communication board at the inclusive and accessible playground in Chittenango. A
Art Therapy: More Than Making Pretty Pictures
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant You may associate art therapy with children using crayons in a therapeutic setting. But art therapy can include different media
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free service is available 24/7 and provides access to trained crisis counselors through call, text, and chat In times of emotional distress and mental
Why It’s Important to Stay Hydrated
Most of your body is water, after all By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant About 60% of the average person’s body is water. That makes it
Summer Beverages to Sip
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Two Syracuse Libraries Host Memory Cafes
Program is designed to serve seniors who have memory issues and their caregivers By Mary Beth Roach Joe and Mary McCarthy joined a few