But experts say that adolescents are especially susceptible to the pandemic’s mental toll, which parents and teachers should pay extra attention to as school starts. “The number of ways this pandemic has affected children and teens is pretty astounding,” Caroline Fenkel, MSS, DSW, LCSW, a social worker based in Pennsylvania and Chief Clinical Officer of Charlie Health—a service that offers teletherapy for teens, young adults, and their families—tells Verywell via email....

Ask what household management rules and expectations are already in the household. Then, ask politely whether they’re open to having a discussion about renewing those arrangements once you join the household. This will give you an indicator of how receptive they are to listening, learning and being open to change. If they’re okay about changing a few things to accommodate you too, that can be a good sign. If there are no household management rules in place, be sure they’re willing to change this, as these are the best way for ensuring equal pitching in to run the household smoothly....

Use a bleach-based cleaning product to sterilize the bathtub before drawing your sitz bath. Scrub the tub thoroughly to make sure you’ve removed all the soaps and other bath products that have accumulated on the surface. Rinse the tub thoroughly to remove both the soaps and the cleaning products. Dip your finger into the water, or place a drop or two on the sensitive skin on your wrist to test the temperature....

It’s also common for a pregnant female to develop a dark spot near her back fin. This is caused by the eyes of the unborn fry pressing against her scales. A minimum tank size of 29 gallons is recommended if you plan on letting your fish reproduce not letting them eat their fry. A separate aquarium for your fry can be purchased at most pet stores. This tank should be at least 5 gallons (or more, depending on how many babies the mother produces)....

A clear container works well for water and will show off your plant and pebbles. You can grow your lucky bamboo in standing water or in soil—it’s just a matter of personal preference. Water the plant just enough so that the soil is moist. Don’t overwater. Bear in mind that too much soil or fertilization can harm your plant. Note that tap water contains fluoride and other chemicals that can give your plant “tip burn,” or yellow leaf tips....

After Your Procedure Here’s what to expect after a facelift. Expect to look worse before you look better. Do not panic; this is normal. There will be swelling and bruising. As swelling and bruising fades, you will begin to see the results. Keep your head elevated for two to three days to minimize swelling and to speed recovery. Do not underestimate the importance of head elevation. It will reduce your recovery time....

Each breast is beautifully unique, and you may need more or less tape than this. If you have larger breasts, you may need more tape to cover and support your tissue. If you have smaller breasts, you may need less tape and could even cut the tape in half. Use a mirror so you can see what you’re doing. Try not to touch the underside of the tape too much. The more you touch the tape, the less sticky it’ll be....

When teaching basic rules, mention that there are exceptions. But you don’t need to go into them at this point. Start with the present tense first and give the student lots of practice using this tense. Move onto past and future tense one at a time. Start with teaching the present tense first. Irregular verbs can be tricky. In addition, “to be” serves as a foundation for many other types of verb phrases....

You can say something like, “Can you show me exactly what indicates the sex? Can you explain to me how you can tell? I really appreciate it!” Sometimes the nub won’t be visible, and the technician won’t be able to see it. That doesn’t mean that anything is wrong. You’ll just need to wait until your next ultrasound and hope that it will be visible then. You probably won’t be able to identify the nub with an untrained eye....

In cooler climates, harvest time is generally September through October. In warmer climates, harvest time could be anywhere from late summer through early spring. Unfortunately, some of the newer apple tree cultivars are not so obvious. The skin on these apples may turn entirely red before they are ready for harvest or the green part of the skin may not turn yellow until the apples are stored for a few months....

It’s not worth peeling off the outer slimy layer and salvaging the rest of the carrot. If your baby carrots are slimy in the bag, you’re better off just getting a new, fresh package that isn’t spoiled. Baby carrots sometimes get rubbery when they aren’t sealed and stored properly, but they aren’t dangerous to eat. Some people suggest cutting off the moldy sections and using the rest of the vegetable, but that isn’t a good idea....

This test works for clear daytime lenses and computer glasses. This is the simplest test you can do at home, but it doesn’t indicate how much blue light is being blocked (ideally, you want to block 30% of blue light). The color warms up because there are special pigments in the lenses designed to absorb blue light passing through. If the lens is clear and the color of the background doesn’t warm up, it means there is only a basic anti-reflective coating that filters about 5 to 20% of blue light maximum....

Cooked ground beef sometimes gets a greenish tone when it goes bad. [3] X Research source Cooked beef also smells sour and foul when it’s no longer good to eat. [6] X Research source Cooked beef also feels slimy to the touch after it goes bad. It might also be on the mushy side. [8] X Research source Always wash your hands before and after you handle raw beef so you don’t spread bacteria or contaminate surfaces....

Ask yourself, “What are my options, and what are the positives and negatives of each option?” Ask yourself about the emotional impact of the divorce. Some questions to consider include, “What do I want? What are the reasons this divorce is in my best interest? How will this affect the family?” Think about logistics as well. Ask, “Where will I live? How will I manage my finances? What will we do with the kids?...

“I can’t lie, you’re gorgeous. ” “What I wouldn’t give to be by your side right now. ” “I’m totally into you. ” “I’m enjoying every moment I have with you 🥰” “How did your meeting go today?” “It sounds like you had a rough day. 😢 Is there anything I can do to make it better?” “You have nothing to worry about! You’re the smartest person I know!” “When I think of your smile, my day is instantly better 😉” “I love your new profile pic!...

Consider the size of the homes you expect to host the party. Most houses can’t seat more than twelve comfortably, and many apartments are even smaller than that. Plan accordingly. If you want to throw a big party (maybe for the neighborhood or a large club), consider splitting the guests into teams of a manageable size (six to twelve). Then, pick hosts and plan parallel dinners for each team. . ....

Light touch stimulates the somatosensory cortex which is responsible for analyzing touch, and the anterior cingulate cortex which deals with pleasant feelings. Together these two ares of the brain govern tickling, but only when it is a light touch. As most people already know if tickling is too hard it gets painful![3] X Research source You could also try brushing the soles of your feet with a bristly hairbrush. You can make a tickling device by taking a stick and gluing long feathers onto it....

If you are using this knot to secure a horse, the horse would be secured to the right side of the rope and the left side would be left hanging. This is similar to the tumble hitch knot, which has 3 layered bights. For example, you might use this knot, if you need to secure your horse for a few minutes or tie up a kayak while you get into it....

Food coloring is an acid-based dye. It does not work well on cotton, linen, and other plant-based fabrics. For smaller amounts of fabric and child-sized shirts, use 1/2 cup (120 mL) of water, and 1/2 cup (120 mL) of white vinegar. For larger amounts of fabric and adult-sized shirts, use 2 cups (475 mL) of water, and 2 cups (475 mL) of white vinegar. [2] X Research source Spirals Stripes Starbursts Crumpled...

What Causes Loose Skin? Loose skin after weight loss is a result of several contributing factors. Our skin is partially made up of proteins called collagen and elastin fibers. These proteins give skin its firmness and allow it to snap back in place after being stretched. When the skin is stretched for an extended period of time, the collagen and elastin fibers become damaged. After weight loss, your skin may lack the necessary proteins to return to its original shape....