Problem: Article: It's important to get up as soon as your alarm goes offpressing snooze several times messes up your sleep patterns, and you'll still feel just as tired. If you set your alarm for 7:00 AM but really don't get up until 7:10 after you snoozed the alarm once, go ahead and just set your alarm for 7:10 AM to give yourself those extra minutes of uninterrupted sleep. This will help your eyes adjust to the day while motivating your brain to get up and get moving. Set up a lamp right next to your bed so that you can easily turn it on once you're awake. This will help you avoid hitting the snooze button over and over again, and you'll be forced to get out of bed to turn the alarm off. Set the alarm on a bookshelf, by the door to your room, or by a window. Make sure the alarm is close enough that you'll still hear it when it goes off. It's much more tempting to stay in bed when the room is dark, so pull open the curtains or adjust the blinds to allow sunlight to come into your room each morning, helping to wake you up. If your room doesn't receive a lot of sunlight, try investing in a natural alarm clock. These mimic the light of a rising sun so that you're gradually awakened naturally. If you have a cup of coffee each morning, programming your coffee maker to start making coffee at a certain time is a great way to get you motivated to get out of bed. Not only will you wake up to the smell of fresh coffee, but you won't have to waste time making it. A main reason why people have trouble getting out of bed in the morning is because they're so cozy and warm under the blankets. By setting out a sweatshirt, robe, or sweater, you don't have to worry about feeling the drafty morning air once you're awake. You can also set out slippers or socks as a good way to keep your feet warm once you're out of bed. While you can always use the clock on your phone, there are lots of apps designed specifically for helping you wake up and get out of bed. Peruse the app store on your phone to find one that suits you. Try an app such as Wake N Shake, Rise, or Carrot to help you wake up each morning. You'll be much more likely to get out of bed immediately if you know you have something you have to do. Set up meetings or schedule workouts with a friend early in the morning so that you're motivated to get up and moving on time.
Summary: Avoid hitting snooze. Turn on the lights as soon as you wake up. Put your alarm across the room so you have to get up to turn it off. Open your curtains or blinds right after you wake up. Put your coffee on a timer so it's already made when you wake up. Place a warm robe or sweater next to your bed for easy access. Try out an app if you don't have a physical alarm clock. Make morning appointments for motivation to get up on time.

Problem: Article: While topical antibiotics are effective for mild to moderate acne, oral antibiotics are typically prescribed for more moderate to severe acne outbreaks across the body. Oral antibiotics are usually only given for a predetermined length of time, after which you will need to taper off your use of the medication. Commonly prescribed oral antibiotics for treating acne include minocycline and doxycycline, which are both tetracyclines. Side effects include increased sensitivity to the sun, so make sure to wear sunscreen. Do not use in children under age of 9 or in pregnant women as there is an increased risk of reduced bone growth or permanent teeth discoloration. Ask your doctor if oral antibiotics are right for you. Much like the over-the-counter topicals available at most pharmacies, prescription-strength retinoids help reduce acne outbreaks by preventing pores from becoming clogged. Retinoids are derived from vitamin A and come in many prescription-strength forms, including tretinoin (Avita), adapalene (Differin), and tazarotene (Tazorac). Use retinoids topically on the skin. Apply it in the evening, and allow your skin to grow accustomed to its use. You only need a pea-sized amount to cover the face. For best results, begin using retinoids three times each week, then increasing your use to a daily schedule as your skin gets used to the medication. Retinoids commonly cause skin irritation, flaky skin and dryness. You can minimize these side effects by starting with the lowest concentration of medication available. If your skin can tolerate these lower concentrations, you may start increasing the strength. Avoid using retinoids at the same time as over-the-counter acne medication. Retinoids can also increase your sensitivity to the sun. Wear sunscreen, and cover your skin with protective clothing, such as hats and jackets. . Prescription-strength topical antibiotics can help kill excess bacteria on the surface of your skin, which may otherwise result in clogged pores and outbreaks. Topical antibiotics may also reduce redness in acne-prone skin. Many topical antibiotics are also combined with benzoyl peroxide, which can help reduce the chances of developing antibiotic-resistant bacteria on your skin. Common topical antibiotics combined with benzoyl peroxide include clindamycin (Benzaclin) and erythromycin (Benzamycin). Dapsone is a topical gel that is often prescribed to treat acne. It is usually combined with a topical retinoid component to maximize its effectiveness. Dapsone may cause skin irritation, redness, and dryness Combined oral contraceptives may be useful in treating acne for women and adolescent girls. These specialized pills often combine estrogen with progestin, and are available in three different forms: Ortho Tri-Cyclen, Estrostep, and Yaz. Common side effects include headache, nausea, weight gain, breast tenderness, and periodic bleeding, though more serious side effects could include a risk of blood clots. Ask your doctor if a combined oral contraceptive is right for you. Anti-androgen agents like spironolactone (Aldactone) can help block sebaceous glands from being affected by androgen hormones. These medications are typically prescribed to women and adolescent girls who have not had success with oral antibiotics in treating acne. Commonly reported side effects include breast tenderness, painful periods, and the body's retention of potassium. Isotretinoin is a very strong oral medication that is usually reserved for people who have not responded to other acne treatments. The side effects of isotretinoin include ulcerative colitis, an elevated risk of depression and depression-related suicide, and severe birth defects in pregnant women. Taking isotretinoin requires continued monitoring by your doctor to prevent or detect these side effects before they become problematic. Common forms of isotretinoin include Amnesteem, Claravis, and Sotret.
Summary:
Look into oral antibiotics. Consider using retinoid topicals. Talk to your doctor about topical antibiotics. Ask your doctor about oral contraceptives. Discuss anti-androgen agents. Consider isotretinoin.