About six weeks ago, we here in Stressed Out land sent out a survey to get your input on a variety of topics. We asked you about everything from where you purchase your books to how many hours per day you spend in front of your computer. Along with providing some pretty interesting information for us, the results can also serve as a benchmark for those of you wondering about your peers. How do you compare? Let’s check it out. More than 100 people completed...  Read More »

Summer, for many nursing students, is a time to kick back and relax. It’s a time to take a mental break from books, study groups, and NCLEX nerves. But for 15 students at Southern Adventist University’s School of Nursing in Collegedale, TN, the last three summers have been a time to buckle down and learn. Last week, those students graduated from a pilot program known as the Summer Study Option (SSO) at Southern Adventist. In session during the...  Read More »

This week on StressedOutNurses.com, we’re going to focus on a culture change. Today, Wednesday, and Friday, we’ll present three unique stories that can help you improve the environment around you. Whether you’re an aspiring staff nurse or a nurse manager, bring these ideas with you wherever you go and watch your peers’ eyes light up. Here’s the first installment: One particular closet at Zeeland (MI) Community Hospital is more...  Read More »

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is usually seen in preschool children and those in their early school years. It is estimated that 3-5%, or approximately 2 million children in the United States, have ADHD. However, it is not a disorder that affects children only. Several studies done in recent years estimate that 30-70% of children with ADHD continue to exhibit symptoms in the adult years. Try these treatments Treatments for ADHD include medication...  Read More »