Write an article based on this "Ensure the snake is healthy and happy. Try putting the snake in an empty container with the rodent. Spray the rodent and snake with warm water to encourage activity. Disguise the prey with a more appealing scent."
article: An unhealthy snake won't want to eat. If you suspect your snake is sick, take it to the vet to have it checked out before you try feeding it again. Also, make sure the cage fits the snake's environmental needs. If it doesn't, it may not want to eat. Look for changes in behavior, which can indicate your snake is sick. Lethargy, skin changes, mouth discharge, diarrhea, vomit, swelling, and weight loss can all indicate sickness. If you aren't providing the right temperature gradients for your snake, it won't want to eat. Place the rodent in an empty plastic container with air holes. Move the snake into the container and let it find the rodent. Once the snake has eaten the rodent, move it back into its main cage. Placing the snake and rodent in an empty container removes other distractions and helps the snake focus on the rodent. Some snakes don't like being handled before being fed, so it's really just trial and error to see if that helps. Spray a gentle mist on the snake and rodent. It will encourage the snake to move around. Plus, it will make the rodent smell a little more so the snake will want to come after it. Start by washing the thawed prey in warm water and drying it. Place it in a sealed container with the thing you want to get the scent of, for example a dead frog or a bird feather. It won't take long for the smell to transfer. You can scent frozen prey with bedding that smells like other animals. For example, gerbil bedding can be a good choice to scent prey for stubborn ball pythons. Don't rub animal droppings onto the prey because this can transfer bacteria. Present the scented prey to the snake the same way you normally would.

Write an article based on this "Understand puberty. Set clear boundaries and consequences. Take a break. Get help for destructive behavior."
article: Teenagers experience huge hormonal shifts; acute stress in their interpersonal lives due to budding romances, friendship turmoil, and bullying; and a growing sense of independence. Unfortunately, they still lack emotional maturity and their brains are still developing to understand long term consequences of their behaviors. These factors make a volatile environment for many parents of teens, who struggle with their children's stubborn and rebellious attitudes on a regular basis. Puberty is a process lasting several years, not a one-off experience, and it usually starts between the ages of 10 and 14 for girls and 12 and 16 for boys. During that time, changes in behavior are typical for both genders. Just like toddlers and children, teenagers thrive in an environment with clear expectations and boundaries for their behavior. While many teens will test the limits, they crave consistency on your part. Create and enforce family rules with clear consequences. Let your teen give input on the rules and consequences, and put them in writing. This helps your teen to feel like you take his opinions seriously and that he has some personal investment in behaving well. For example, if your child runs up his cell-phone bill by using too much data, the consequence might be that he has to pay the bill or that he loses his cell phone for the following week. Be consistent, but be willing to make adjustments as necessary. If your set of rules and consequences is not working for the family, sit down with your teen and reconsider other options. Also, be willing to relax your rules on occasion if your child is responsible and respectful (for example, letting him stay out late for a special event). The teenage years can be especially trying to a parent's emotions. Volatile, emotional teenagers often do and say things to hurt those they love and get a reaction. But yelling at one another and letting your emotions get out of control is counterproductive to effective discipline. Prepare responses ahead of time. If your teenager tends to say hurtful things during arguments, prepare your response ahead of time to prevent yourself from saying something hurtful back. For example, you can simply say, "That was hurtful. Let's take a break and revisit this issue when we're calmer." Take a time-out if you need to. If you find yourself becoming overwhelmed with your teen, tell her you need to take a break and come back to the discussion later. Be sure to follow through and sit down with her when you are more clear-headed so she knows that you will not let issues slide. If your teenager's behavior is not just stubbornness but veers into the area of self-harm or harming others, it is vital that you seek help from professionals. A psychologist can help you determine the best course of action for a self-destructive or otherwise troubled teen, who may be experiencing early symptoms of mental illness or depression.

Write an article based on this "Don't straighten your hair with an iron. Don't bleach your hair. Protect your hair from the sun. Rinse your hair thoroughly after swimming."
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Using an electric hair straightener can change and damage the structure of keratin fibers in your hair. If you're trying to improve and increase keratin, blow dry your hair straight on a cool setting rather than using a straightening iron. Bleaching your hair damages keratin and your hair's cuticles. Using gentle dyes are okay, but avoid bleaching your hair if you want strong, healthy keratin. Protect your hair from those strong summer rays, which can act like bleach on your hair and damage keratin. Wear a wide brimmed hat or cover yourself with an umbrella if you'll be outdoors. Fine, light-colored hair is more vulnerable to sun damage than thicker, coarser hair. Protect your skin from sun damage by covering up or wearing sunscreen on exposed skin. Pools and hot tubs contain a lot of chlorine, a chemical that dries out your hair and damages keratin. If you're going to swim in a pool, rinse your hair well with clean water afterwards.