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This method of memorization connects information you already know with new information. What Is Elaborative Rehearsal? Long-term memories are those that span from days to decades. Hero Images / Getty Images Short-term memories, on the other hand, include those from a few seconds to a few days. There are two types of memory rehearsal: maintenance and elaborative. Both involve repetition to move new information from your short-term memory to your long-term memory....

Two major types of substance contain ergot alkaliodsnaturally occurring chemicals and manufactured drugs. The naturally occurring chemicals are produced by fungal contamination of plants. The fungus can cause health problems if its consumed. mb-fotos / Getty Images This article describes types of ergot alkaloids, their uses, and their side effects and toxicity. mb-fotos / Getty Images What Are Ergot Alkaloids? The chemicals that are considered ergots are ergometrine, ergotamine, and ergosine....

Eye color genetics is complex, with multiple genes from each parent determining a person’s eye color. A baby’seye colordepends on the amount and bang out of melanin in theiris. While mostly a physical trait, eye color can sometimes indicate a health issue. Westend61 / Getty Images A newborn’s eye color is usually related to their skin tone. White babies tend to be born with blue or sometimes gray eyes. Black, Hispanic, and Asian babies commonly have brown or black eyes....

Children, especially younger children, can have slightly higher normal temperatures. Most pediatricians consider a temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) in children to be a fever. But fevers can be associated with non-infectious illnesses as well. Jupiterimages / Stockbyte / Getty Images Fevers often accompany othersigns and symptoms, including: When to Treat? Most fevers occur with an illness that will resolve on its own with time. But sometimes, it can be a sign that your child needs medical treatment....

The damaged gene changes the shape and function of TTR. When normal, TTR transportsthyroid hormoneandvitamin Athrough your body. Damaged TTR will likely cluster and form toxic amyloid deposits in your nerves, heart, and other tissue. Thai Liang Lim / Getty Images This form of the disease mainly affects your sensory functions that involve touch, pressure, and pain. Having hATTR-PN can make it hard to move and perform daily tasks. This article explains the symptoms, risks, and complications of this disease....

This helps to mitigate or eliminate insurers' preference for healthier enrollees.) This was phased in first for children, and then for adults. She hashigh blood pressurethat was well controlled on two medications. Science Photo Library - IAN HOOTON / Brand X Pictures / Getty Images She decided to purchase her own health insurance that included drug coverage. The only affordable health plan she could find had a 12-month exclusion period for her high blood pressure....

Your heart is constantly adjusting to what you are doing and the state of your body. As you age, yourheart adjuststo the needs of an older body. These adjustments come with trade-offs, leaving the heart more vulnerable to disease and other problems. angelhell / Getty Images As we age, changes in the body require that the heart adjusts how it works. As we age, our arteries become stiffer and less flexible....

When should I worry about cholesterol levels? If you have high or borderline high cholesterol, you may be wondering how to keep yours low. Sometimeslifestyle modificationslike getting more exercise or managing stress can effectively improve your numbers. Verywell / Cindy Chung Other times, a statin or other prescription medication may be needed to get cholesterol at a desirable level. High cholesterol can harm your health. This article explains the causes of high cholesterol....

A high platelet count indicates too many of the small cells (platelets) that help form blood clots. This can cause dangerous clots and bleeding. Reactive thrombocytosisis because of an underlying condition like: Essential thrombocythemiadescribes platelet counts rising independently due tobone marrowdysfunction. Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health Regardless of the cause, a high platelet count can result in dangerous blood clots and bleeding. For this reason, many people are diagnosed with these conditions after a routine blood test....

This article explains how topical steroids work to reduce inflammation and discusses the types of topical steroids available. Types of Topical Steroids Topical steroids are available in one ofseven different classes. Topical steroids are available in ointments, creams, lotions, gels, and powders. Tim Grist Photography / Getty Images While ointments are the most potent of the five, others may be more appropriate to certain conditions. In terms of popularity, topical creams are often the first choice for consumers....

Human papillomavirus(HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). In as many as nine cases out of 10, HPV doesn’t cause health issues. And it usually clears up on its own within two years. Mypurgatoryyears / Getty Images This article discusses symptoms and complications of HPV, as well as how to prevent getting or spreading it. Most of the time, the immune system can erase the virus without symptoms or complications....

EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS / Getty Images What Is Humanistic Therapy? Leading figures connected with this approach include Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers. According to Roger’s theory, people are inherently good and motivated to fulfill their potential. EMS-FORSTER-PRODUCTIONS / Getty Images This approach focuses more on the present than the past and is less structured than other therapy models. Core Principles The humanistic approach to therapy emphasizes a collaborative, accepting, and authentic relationship....

Hypogonadismis when the sex glands (gonads) produce little or no sex hormones. The treatment typically involves hormone replacement therapy. These organs regulate the production ofestrogenandtestosterone. JulPo / Getty Images FSH and LH act on the ovaries and testes and trigger the release of estrogen and testosterone. If either the hypothalamus or pituitary gland is damaged or defective, estrogen and testosterone levels will drop. The comorbid conditions may be independent of each other or the consequences of the other....