As female participation in the US military grows, the number of female vets with PTSD is increasing. Many causes and symptoms of PTSD are similar in females and males. But insights about PTSD in female vets can help us better understand this devastating health condition and its consequences – both for veterans and the population at large.
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ABC’s of holidays with your adult kids
As a parent, you probably look forward to holidays with your adult kids. Especially if family members live far apart, holidays and family reunion times may be your only chances to see your kids together. To share traditions that bind you to each other.
But they’re also times when tensions can erupt and tempers give way. According to a 2015 Healthline survey, 62% of respondents describe their holidays as “somewhat stressful” or “very stressful.” Interestingly, responses are similar regardless of respondent age.
But some simple steps will reduce your stress and improve the odds that old and young will enjoy your next holiday gathering or family vacation. Here are the ABC’s of holidays with your adult kids.
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My experience selecting medical marijuana at midlife
Medical marijuana is now legal in 33 states and the District of Columbia. In 11 of them, you don’t even need a medical marijuana card – anyone 21+ can purchase pot. Buying cannabis is easy. But selecting medical marijuana is difficult.
People at midlife and beyond are turning to cannabis for the relief they aren’t finding with traditional medicine. They’re using medical marijuana to deal with arthritis, chemo-induced pain and nausea, as well as other conditions.
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Guide to medical marijuana at midlife
Americans 50+ are the fastest-growing group of marijuana users. According to AARP, people are using medical marijuana at midlife to treat a host of age-related issues. They’re seeking relief from conditions like arthritis, chronic pain, sleeplessness and so on.
Thousands of websites offer information on cannabis, but it’s hard to tell which are impartial and which are sponsored by specific marijuana producers or sellers. This post simplifies confusing data you’ll find on the internet. You’ll learn what you need to know to become an informed consumer of medical marijuana at midlife.
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How to make your first legacy video
A legacy video is any video that records family information or memories. Particularly meaningful is a video where your loved one recounts a favorite memory. You hear their voice, see their facial expressions and get to experience the story through their eyes.
My last post covered simple tech gear you can use with your smartphone to make high-quality videos you’ll treasure in the years to come. This post gives easy tips that will help you make a better video, regardless of your equipment. We’ll also talk about what to do with your video after you finish shooting it.
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Simple tech to record family stories
Almost every time I leave after visiting one of my older relatives, I regret the fact that I didn’t make a video of them. Photos are great. But wouldn’t it be cool to collect stories you can play for your kids and grandkids someday?
Today Techie Turtle is going to help you choose some simple tech to record family stories. You don’t need to buy a new camera: just use your smartphone. But you can enhance your smartphone’s video and audio by adding a little bit of gear. And it doesn’t need to cost a lot to yield a big improvement in your final video.
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