Write an article based on this "Know that self-injury is common among autistic people. Experiment with nutritional intervention. Encourage safe forms of stimulation Deal with sources of frustration."
article: Frustration and overstimulation can lead to self-injurious behavior (SIB). This behavior can be very scary for parents, but you should know that it is common and preventable. Make a doctor appointment. Sometimes SIB is related to pain. For example, a child who hits their own head may be experiencing pain from a toothache or lice. Solving the medical problem may make the SIB disappear. Researchers also believe that biochemicals play a role. During self-injury, endorphins are released, which inhibit the individual from feeling much pain while making them feel happier. Some parents have noticed that switching to a gluten-free diet helps, as does increasing the intake of vitamin B6 and calcium. Some of the best sources of vitamin B6 include sunflower seeds, pistachio nuts, fish, poultry, pork, beef, prunes, raisins, bananas, avocados, and spinach. Some of the best sources of calcium include milk, cheese, yogurt, spinach, kale, okra, collards, soybeans, white beans, and calcium-fortified juices and cereals. Always consult a doctor before altering a child's diet. . Some autistic individuals rub their skin excessively to receive stimulation or do some other potentially injurious behavior and wind up hurting themselves. Intervene by encouraging safer forms of stimulation. Massage can work, as can rubbing the skin lightly with a brush, or wearing a thin layer of clothing over the skin (e.g. sweatpants) to prevent damage while scratching. Say something like "You're hurting your legs. Could you massage them instead of hitting them?" Remember that many autistic people don't like the idea of hurting themselves. Work with your child to find alternative ways to stim. For example, hitting one's head could be replaced by rapidly shaking the head. Search the internet to see what substitutes autistic adults have found for their SIB. Be consistent. Autistic children need to know that self-harm is not appropriate or allowed, that you will always be there to help them handle it. Work with other caregivers and teachers so that everyone uses the same approach. If your child's self-injurious behavior seems to result from frustration, do what you can to deal with that. This may mean developing new communication methods, backing off on certain activities, or taking care not to put your child in a situation likely to cause sensory overload.

Write an article based on this "Gather up any trash. Apply cleanser to the dirtiest areas and let sit. Wipe down other surfaces. Shake out the bath mat. Rinse the dirtiest areas. Clean out the corners of the room. Put out fresh hand towels."
article: If your trash can is full or the vanity is littered with crumpled tissues, your bathroom is definitely going to look messy. Getting rid of the garbage can instantly make the space appear cleaner. Start by emptying the trash can into a plastic garbage bag, and toss in any other trash that might be in the room. It's a good idea to leave the garbage bag hanging on the bathroom door so you can add any additional trash that you might come across. To make it easier to get rid of garbage in your bathroom, consider lining the trash can with a plastic bag so you can easily empty it when it's full. You may want to invest in a covered or closed trash can for the bathroom. That way, even if there's garbage in it, guests won't see it so the room will appear tidier. When you're gathering up trash, make sure to put away any items that might be lying on the vanity or countertops, such as toothpaste, makeup items, or razors. The areas of the bathroom that are the dirtiest will likely require some extra time to get clean. Choose your favorite bathroom cleaner(s) and apply it to areas such as the shower, toilet, and sink and allow it sit until the end of your cleaning. That will give the cleaning products time to really penetrate and break down the dirt and grime. Make sure to follow the cleansers' instructions carefully. When it come to cleaning the shower, tub, and sink, it's best to choose a cleanser that will remove mildew and soap scum. To get make sure your toilet is as fresh and clean as possible, you'll probably want to use a targeted toilet cleaner. The longer that you allow the cleaner to sit, the better -- but make sure to wait at least five minutes. Don't forget the door or liner when you're applying the cleaner to your shower. Bathroom cleaners usually contain strong chemicals, so check that the space is properly ventilated to avoid any effects from the fumes. There may be other surfaces in your bathroom that need cleaning, but aren't quite as dirty as the sink, shower, and toilet. Use a glass cleaner on any mirrors and windows, and wipe down the countertops and other surfaces with a rag dampened with warm soapy water. Be sure to rinse thoroughly to remove any soap film. Use a lint-free rag to wipe down the mirrors and windows, so you don't wind up with fibers on your surfaces. If your bathroom countertops are tile, it's best to avoid cleaning with soap or detergent because they may cause a film. Instead, create a solution of equal parts water and white vinegar, and use that to wipe down the tiled surfaces. If you have time to vacuum or throw washable bath mats or carpets into the washer, it can help make the room look much cleaner. However, when you're in a rush, just picking up the mats and shaking them outside can help remove any crumbs, dirt, or other debris and fluff them up so they appear as if they're freshly vacuumed. If you don't have any mats or carpeting in your bathroom, run a damp rag across the floor to pick up any dirt and debris. Once you're almost done cleaning and the cleanser on the dirtiest areas has been sitting for 10 minutes or so, it's time to rinse the surfaces clean. Wipe down the sink and faucets with a hot damp rag. Next, clean the outside of the toilet, including the top of the tank and bottom of the bowl, before moving onto the seat, under the seat, and inside the bowl. Use a scrub brush or sponge to clean the shower, tub, and door, and rinse with the shower head. Don't forget to wipe down the top of the seat lid when you're cleaning the toilet. If you have time, wipe down the shower walls and tub with a clean, dry rag. No matter how clean you keep your bathroom, dust, dirt, and other debris will inevitably collect in the corners of the room. Even if you don't have time to vacuum or mop the bathroom floor, take the time to wipe out these areas with a damp paper towel to remove the dirt. If there's some dirt and debris that you can't remove from the corners of the room, you may want to use a small handheld vacuum to quickly clean those spots. Like many people, you probably dry your used bath towel in the bathroom. You don't have to remove them to make the space look clean. Just set out a fresh set of hand towels because those are the only ones that guests are going to use. Arrange them neatly on the towel rack and give them a quick fluff so they look neat. You don't have to remove the damp bath towels. Just place the fresh hand towels over them on the bar, though take the time to make sure that they're straight.

Write an article based on this "Encourage your teen to talk to you any time. Teach problem solving skills to your teen. Listen without judgement. Validate your teen's feelings. Avoid negative labeling. Help your teen during a panic attack."
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Whether your teen is struggling with feeling anxious or has an anxiety disorder, establishing a safe place for your teen to confide in you will help you help your teen cope with anxiety. Your teen should know you're there for him or her at all times. Let your teen know that you're always available to talk and will support him or her unconditionally. Teenage years are a time when many children seek independence. Teens may feel alienated and pressured if you ask a lot of questions about their mood or social life. Try to provide support without pressuring your teen to share information with you he or she wants to keep private. Refrain from interrogating your teen. Instead of asking about what is bothering him or her, say something like, "If you need to talk to me about anything, I'm always here to listen." Allow your teen to open up to you at his or her own will. Your teen may shut you out at first. Anxiety and feelings of sadness and stress are hard to talk about at any age. However, be persistent and let your teen know that you love him or her and that you really want to help. For example, you might say something like, "I understand that this is difficult to talk about, but I love you and I want to help." Having a process for making decisions may help your teen to deal with anxiety by making tough decisions seem more manageable. Work through problems with your tee to help him or her develop and improve problem solving skills. Help your teen work through problems by teaching them about the problem-solving process. There are different versions of the process, but they generally boil down to the following six steps: Identify the problem. List the options and possible outcomes of each. (Both positive and negative outcomes, including potential effects on others.) Compare the options. Choose the best option. Make a plan to follow through with the option. Reflect on the problem and its solution. What worked? What would you change? For example, your teen might identify a poor test grade as the problem, then list options such as "ask for extra credit" and "study harder for the next test." Your teen might decide that studying harder for the next test is the better option since it will be more likely to bring up his or her overall grade. Your teen might decide to study harder and set up a study schedule to stay on track. Then, your teen might reflect on how she prepared for the previous test and make connections between her poor grade and lack of preparation. Teens will also need to learn the difference between things that are within their control and things that are out of their control. If something is not within your teen's control, help your teen refocus onto something else that will be more productive. For example, if your teen is upset because she did not get accepted to her first choice for college, then you might encourage her to focus on the colleges that did accept her. Anxiety and stress can be sources of embarrassment. There is a lot of stigma surrounding mental health issues, and many people are afraid to address how much they struggle with managing emotions. If your teen talks you about his or her anxiety, listen without judging. The most important thing is that your teen feels comfortable communicating with you. You do not need to offer advice or feedback. You simply need to listen and understand. Show your teen you hear what he or she is saying. Say something like, "I understand you're worried about your social life" or "A lot of teenagers stress about college." Do not try to talk your teen out of a bad mood. Tell your teen it's normal to be sad or anxious sometimes. Do not try to talk your teen out of how he or she is feeling. Even if you know the anxiety is irrational, it's not always helpful to point this out. Your teen probably knows a lot of his or her anxiety is baseless, but may be unable to shake the feeling. Do not criticize or pick apart your teen's line of thinking. This can alienate your teen, making him or her less likely to communicate in the future. While anxiety can reach a point where it's harmful, it is a normal part of life. Let your teen know that it's okay to feel sad, anxious, and stressed sometimes. Even if your teen's worries are irrational, acknowledge them. Do not try to talk your teen out of a bad mood, as this can make your teen feel that you're dismissing how he or she feels. If you're unsure of what to say, it can help to reiterate what your teen has just said. This can show your teen he or she has been heard, and encourage him or her to explain more if you don't fully understand. For example, you can say something like, "I'm hearing you're feeling stressed because of going to college in a few years." Emphasize that feelings of anxiety are, to an extent, normal. Life has ups and downs, and your teen should know it's okay for him or her to be sad or unhappy some of the time. Reassure your teen it's okay to feel anxious. Oftentimes, teen anxiety is labeled in a way that feels dismissive or demeaning. Avoid referring to your teen as "shy" or "nervous." Instead, try to phrase things in a positive way. Your teen is trying to overcome emotional difficulty. Try referring to your teen as "brave" or "a fighter" instead. This can reduce feelings of shame your teen may be experiencing due to his or her struggles with anxiety. If your teen is struggling with an anxiety disorder, then he or she may occasionally have panic attacks. Panic attacks are moments of extreme and sometimes sudden panic, in which a person may sweat, hyperventilate, and show other signs of distress. If your teen is having a panic attack, takes steps to help. Reassure your teen things will be okay. Say things like, "We'll get through this" and "You're going to be okay." Panic attacks are scary, but they're rarely dangerous. Some people who experience panic attacks feel like they're going to have a heart attack or faint due to the fight or flight response in the body triggered during a panic attack. Let your teen know that the physical response can be alarm, but it will not cause him harm. If you have ice or something cold on hand, have your teen press this into his or her hand. The sensation can distract from the panic. Have your teen engage in deep breathing. Deep breaths can help ground someone during a panic attack. You can also try distracting your teen by stimulating his or her mind. Have your teen engage in a simple day-to-day activity, like taking a shower or grabbing something from the car. Benzodiazepines are a type of fast acting anti-anxiety medication that you use as needed throughout the day. These pills tend to take effect within 30 minutes to an hour. If your teen has been prescribed any medication of this kind, you may want to offer your teen his or her medication to help quell a panic attack. Keep in mind that benzodiazepines can be highly addictive. You may want to keep them locked in a cabinet to prevent your teen from taking them too often.