The strength and power of touch
We often underestimate the power of touch. Despite that it develops first and affects our perception of stimuli, building relationships, and communication, little research has been done. Virginia Satir, an American psychotherapist, has proven that we need four hugs a day to survive, eight to feel good, and twelve to develop. As we rush through […]
6 ways to get a good night’s sleep for seniors
Very often, elderly people complain of various ailments. One of them is a problem with falling asleep or staying asleep. We’re used to the general opinion that seniors don’t need much rest, and while that’s true, it doesn’t mean they don’t need any sleep at all. Whatever the age, a person has an unconditional need […]
Insomnia in the Elderly
Insomnia is one of the most common health problems in the elderly. Women are more likely to complain about this ailment, but that doesn’t mean that men aren’t affected as well. What do we mean by sleep problems? Both the quality of sleep and its length and the time it takes to fall asleep. Many […]