Author: Liu

  • What Are the 6 Principles of Trauma-Informed Care?

    About 70 percent of U.S. adults say they have experienced trauma, according to a study conducted by the Sidran Institute. Of those 70 percent of adults, 20 percent reported developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The effects of childhood trauma can last for a lifetime. In many cases this trauma can lead to anxiety, depression and…

  • How Infant Mental Health Development Differs from Physical Health Development

    Differences between a child’s physical development and mental development are due primarily to the unique way the child’s brain develops. The family activity site Red Tricycle explains that physical development includes the child’s gross motor skills, fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination as the body grows and the child becomes more active. Conversely, a child’s social, emotional…

  • Role of Caregiver Attachment in Infant Mental Health Development

    As the Encyclopedia of Children’s Health explains, attachment theory states that the bond between infants and their primary caregivers has the greatest influence on many aspects of infant development, including: Coping skills The ability to establish relationships The development of the infant’s personality According to attachment theory, infants organize their behavior around caregivers, who serve as the…

  • NCLEX Exam Day: What to Do Before, During and After

    The day has finally come — it’s time for you to take the NCLEX! Everyone wants to have the best test-taking experience possible, but if you’re getting ready to sit for the exam you have spent years preparing for, it might be tough to focus on test day. We’ve devised a checklist of things you should do before,…

  • A Behind the Scenes Look at ATI

    You’re probably reading this article because ATI is part of your current or future nursing school curriculum. But who exactly is ATI and how will you interact with us throughout your nursing school journey? We’re here to answer some of your most pressing questions to give you a behind the scenes look into ATI. Who…

  • Is Night Shift Nursing for You?

    Night shift nursing is a love-hate relationship for many people. It might surprise you, but there are actually many individuals who prefer working overnight. If you’re considering working night shift, there are a number of pros and cons to consider before your first shift. Positives include:  Less stress from elective procedures Because there are typically…

  • TEAS Tuesday: Answers to your most frequently asked ATI TEAS, Version 7 questions

    For the past month, we’ve been collecting your questions about the ATI TEAS, Version 7 exam that launches this Friday, June 3. Now, we’re sharing the answers to your most frequently asked questions and debunking some common Version 7 myths! Watch the video below or on Youtube at https://youtu.be/ki6j_W20gZ4 Video description: ATI answers the most frequently asked questions about the…

  • Tips for Coping with Stress During Nursing School

    Let’s face it: the nursing student life is stressful. Nursing school is rigorous, and when you have to balance it with personal life, it can be a lot to handle! The good news is that not only are you not alone, but there are a ton of healthy coping mechanisms that you can use to…

  • Is the ATI TEAS, Version 7 more difficult than the current version?

    The ATI TEAS, Version 7 exam launches on June 3, 2022, and test-takers want to know: will the ATI TEAS, Version 7 exam be more difficult than the current version? We have some clarification for you below. Need a refresher on all of the changes coming to the TEAS? Check out our guide: What to expect with the updated version…

  • An overview of the nursing job market

    Recently graduated or graduating soon? Congratulations! You are one step closer to achieving your dream of becoming a nurse. To help you along the way, we’re offering a brief overview of the current job market for nurses. Demand for Nurses Since there will always be a need for healthcare professionals, jobs in healthcare are always…