7 . Nowadays, many people seek therapy (心理治疗) to help them deal with mental health issues and life challenges. In this post, we’ll highlight 4 of the best online therapy services and describe what each one offers.

BetterHelp

BetterHelp is the world’s largest online therapy service provider. With nearly 30,000 licensed therapists, no matter what your issue is, they have a specialist who can help. The cost of therapy through BetterHelp ranges from $40 to $70 per week, making it affordable compared to traditional in-person private therapy.

Ayana Therapy

Ayana Therapy stands out among its peers by providing tailored mental healthcare. They offer access to licensed therapists who take into account multiple aspects of identity, such as race, gender and ethnicity, when assessing their client’s needs and concerns. Services are accessible via anonymous (匿名的) online communication methods. It costs $140 for a 45-minute session.

Amwell

Amwell is an online therapy provider that offers virtual counseling for mental health issues. Over 3 million people have downloaded the Amwell app, and the company has a 97% client satisfaction rating. The cost of an appointment varies from $109 to $129, depending on the therapist you choose.

Doctor on Demand

Doctor On Demand is a leading provider of 24/7 healthcare. Their US-based psychiatrists (精神病学家) and psychologists are all clinical experts. Psychology appointments are $129 for a 25-minute session and $179 for a 45-minute session. Psychiatry appointments cost $129 for a 15-minute session and $299 for a 45-minute session.

1. Which of the following is the largest online therapy provider?

A．BetterHelp.

B．Ayana Therapy.

C．Amwell.

D．Doctor on Demand.

2. What makes Ayana Therapy stand out among its peers?

A．Its high client satisfaction rating.

B．Its customized care for each individual.

C．Its licensed therapists of different races.

D．Its anonymous online communication methods.

3. How much should one pay for a 45-minute psychiatry appointment on Doctor on Demand?

A．$129.

B．$140.

C．$179.

D．$299.

8 . First Aid: To the bone

With summer in full swing and kids excited to head outdoors to play, the possibility of getting injured isn’t a distant possibility. When the injury takes a more serious tone, such as a sprain or a fracture, it’s important to know what to do and not to panic.

How do we tell the difference between a sprain and a fracture?

It is difficult to differentiate as both conditions result in swelling around the injury, bruising of the skin and both feel pretty painful. The best thing to do is to treat the injury as if it is a fracture.

How many types of fracture are there?

Generally, there are two types. Closed fracture is when there is a break in the bone but no damage to the skin or tissue. There will be swelling or skin discolouration at the site of the injury and the injured limb (肢体) cannot move. Open or compound fractures are more obvious as there is a break in the bone, bleeding, and an open wound near the fracture. There is a risk of bacteria getting into the bone, which can cause infection, so seek treatment promptly.

What should parents do?

Parents should:

1. Take clothing off the injured area.

2. If there is no open wound, apply an ice pack to relieve pain and swelling.

3. If a bone fracture is suspected, make a simple splint (夹板) with a board or folded newspapers to immobilise the limb.

4. For open fractures, do not wash the wound or push in any bone that’s sticking out as this causes infection. If the wound continues to bleed, use a clean cloth and press the wound to stop the bleeding. Do not straighten the deformed or curved limbs.

5. If the injury is to the head, neck or back, do not move your child and call 999 immediately.

1. Who is the text intended for?

A．Surgeons.

B．Parents.

C．Children.

D．Teachers.

2. What is the feature of closed fracture?

A．Broken skin.

B．Cracked bone.

C．Risk of infection.

D．Immobile limb.

3. How can we treat open fractures?

A．By putting ice pack on the wound.

B．By repositioning the broken bone.

C．By moving the injured person to safety.

D．By applying pressure to stop the bleeding.

9 . We live in a time when various illnesses and conditions can he treated with just a few pills or spoonful of liquid. Unfortunately for us, many medicines come with a bitter and unpleasant taste that can make taking them more difficult. There are, however, a few ways you can overcome a medicine’s taste and keep yourself healthy at the same time.

The easiest way to take bitter liquid medicine is by mixing it with a better-tasting drink. This is usually fine with most medicines, but you have to be careful. There could be interactions between your drug and certain liquids. Check with your doctor and ask what is the best kind of liquid for your medicine, and if there are any juices that will interact with your drug.

Medicines usually have less taste when cold. If you can’t thin your medicine, you can try serving it cold to reduce the bitter taste. Leave it in the refrigerator for about an hour before taking it to ensure that it is sufficiently cold. Suck on an ice cube before taking the medicine. This will numb (使麻木) your mouth and make it harder to taste. With your mouth numbed, you can swallow the medicine before getting too much of a bitter taste.

Crush (碾碎) your pills and mix them into food. If you’ve consulted your doctor and confirmed that it is safe to crush your pills, then use this opportunity to take your medicine with food you enjoy. Many methods for taking pills involve crushing or breaking the pills and mixing them into food. Before doing this, make sure this won’t lower the effectiveness of your medicine. Some pills have time-release coating and can be harmful if crushed clown.

1. What problem is mentioned in paragraph 1?

A．We are threatened by various illnesses.

B．We can’t find a cure to most diseases.

C．Many medicines don’t work well at all.

D．Many medicines taste bitter and unpleasant.

2. Why should we consult the doctor before thinning the medicine?

A．Certain liquids reduce the medicine’s effectiveness.

B．It is illegal to do so without a doctor’s permission.

C．Only doctors really know which juice tastes good.

D．Some medicines interact with each other in liquids.

3. What’s the purpose of sucking on an ice cube before taking medicines?

A．To make medicines taste good.

B．To let the mouth temporarily lose taste.

C．To improve curative effect

D．To get rid of the side effect

4. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A biology textbook.	B．A research paper.
C．A health magazine.	D．A travel brochure.