Anorexia or anorexia nervosa to give it is proper name is a kind of eating disorder but is also classed as a psychological disorder as well. As of yet, no one has determined the cause of the condition but there has been plenty of research into the possibilities. Many specialists feel that it is socially linked where the individuals concerned initially feel compelled to become thin and “attractive”. Some research evidence appears to suggest that a specific area of the brain (the hypothalamus), which is responsible for some metabolic processes is to blame while others suggest that hormone imbalance could be to blame. As things stand though, the jury is still out.

Anorexia

Almost 95% of all anorexia sufferers are female, but as you can see from the figures, males can develop it as well. Normally anorexia starts to make itself apparent in adolescents or during the onset of puberty, but it has been seen in both adults and children as well.

What is quite startling about the condition is the fact that in the so-called countries of high economic prosperity, one in every hundred girls of adolescent age has the disorder. Even more interesting is the fact that anorexia is more prevalent in Caucasians than any other racial background and the middle to higher classes of society.

Migraines are throbbing headaches that are normally very intense, occurring in just one half of the head. They can affect people of all ages and their cause is unknown. What is known is that during a migraine attack, blood vessels located in the brain dilate. This dilation causes the blood vessels to draw in on each other which stimulate the nerve endings near to these blood vessels. It is this that is thought to cause the pain.

Migraine

Migraines are fairly common occurrences, affecting nearly 20% of women and 6% of men during their lifetimes. Triggers for the migraine attack can vary, but some people are very aware that eating certain foods such as chocolates, cheese or citrus fruits can bring on an attack. Some other things that have been known to trigger migraines include anxiety, stress, exercise, loud noise, bright lights, traveling and the contraceptive pill. Many women appear to have attacks on or around the time of the menstrual periods.

When people describe migraines, they are commonly associated with headaches of varying degrees. These can include headaches occurring in bouts of approximately four to 72 hours; headaches on one side of the head; headaches throb and get worse with physical activity; nausea accompanied by vomiting; and other symptoms associated with sensitivity to light.

Migraines are treated by using painkillers. Which type depends on the severity and length of bouts being suffered.

A condom is classed as a barrier contraceptive and its job is to block any sperm from fertilizing a female egg. Condoms can be made from latex, lambskin or polyurethane and are known to be approximately 98% effective at preventing pregnancy if used in the correct manner. It has to be pointed out that lambskin condoms have been around for a very, very long time but are still available; they are more expensive than conventionally made condoms and are not as good at preventing STD’s.

For efficient use of condoms, the penis must not touch the vagina before the condom has been applied. The reason for this is because a man does not necessarily need to ejaculate for any sperm to come from his penis; it can happen before as well. The best way to use a condom is to hold the bulb part between the figure and the thumb, ensuring it is the right way round. Make sure there isn’t any air trapped inside and then, while still holding the bulb, place the condom over the erect penis. Then it should be gently rolled down the shaft of the penis (if it doesn’t roll then it has been placed upside down). The condom should be disposed off immediately after ejaculation but before the penis becomes flaccid.

How to Use a Condom

The benefits of condom use include the fact that they are a reliable method to prevent pregnancy, there are very rarely any side effects from wearing one, a lowered chance of an STD transmission, they are easily available and they come in all shapes and sizes (and flavors nowadays).

Disadvantages of condom use include the fact that it can break during sex, they can tear while being taken out of the package and are not compatible with some lubricants.