Q: Though it can be difficult to cut ties with a close friend or family member, you may need to give yourself some distance from a person suffering from antisocial personality disorder. This can be for your own emotional or even physical safety. Maintaining a relationship with an individual suffering from antisocial personality disorder can be quite difficult. If you cannot avoid an individual with APD, you should set clear boundaries for what you consider to be acceptable interaction with the individual. Due to the nature of the disease, those suffering from APD are likely to test and violate boundaries. It is important that you stand your ground and seek counseling or support groups to help you manage the situation. If you have a relationship with an individual with APD, particularly if the individual also practices substance abuse, you need to recognize the warning signs of violent behavior to protect yourself and others. No prediction can be 100% accurate, but Gerald Juhnke recommends watching out for warning signs with the acronym DANGERTOME: Delusions (or violent fantasies) Access to weapons Noted history of violence Gang involvement Expressions of intent to harm others Remorselessness about harm inflicted Troublesome abuse of alcohol or drugs Overt threats of harm to others Myopic focus on harming others Exclusion from others or increased isolation If you notice an escalation in threats or feel as though a threat of violence is imminent, contact your local police department. You may need to take steps to protect yourself or others.
A: Avoid contact when possible. Set appropriate boundaries. Anticipate signs of potentially violent behavior. Contact the police.

Article: Turn on a faucet and dampen a paper towel very lightly. Avoid using a paper towel that is sopping wet. Flooding the Smoke Buddy with water won't help clean it, and you can get pieces of the towel stuck inside it. Baby wipes are okay to use, but avoid using alcohol-based products. Lower the paper towel through the container's open end. If you're having trouble, use a small tool, such as a pencil, to guide the paper towel. Move the paper towel to clean off the inner portion of the plastic. Avoid attempting to clean the filter. Unfortunately, it's disposable, so the unit has to be replaced when it stops working. Drag the paper towel out of the Smoke Buddy. Use it again or get another towel to clean the outer portion. Wipe the towel over the plastic to remove any lingering debris. You can use a dry towel to absorb most of the moisture. Wipe down the Smoke Buddy's exterior, then use the pencil again to push the paper towel through the interior. Absorb as much moisture as you can, then let the Smoke Buddy sit in open air until you need it again.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Moisten a paper towel with clean water. Wipe the inside of the Smoke Buddy. Clean the outside with a moist towel. Dry off the Smoke Buddy in open air.

Problem: Article: . Find a quiet spot away from your household's hustle and bustle to study or do homework. Put your phone in a drawer or otherwise out of sight so you won't be tempted to check it. Some people focus better when they listen to music. If it helps you sink into your studies, try putting on some classical or instrumental tunes. Your brain can only stay focused for so long. Take 15 minutes to get up, stretch, go to the bathroom, get a snack, or another activity that gives your brain a rest. Try to schedule regular breaks between assignments or sections instead of just getting up in the middle of doing a homework problem. Keep your notebook handy when you do your assigned reading. Make a rough outline of the textbook chapter by writing the section heading, summarizing the main ideas, and defining key concepts. You'll be better prepared for class, and you'll appreciate your notes when it's time to study for the big test. Highlighting or underlining as you read isn't a very effective technique. It's one thing to only highlight a section's thesis, or its one major argument. However, coloring a bunch of text throughout the section won't help you retain information. Instead, try flash cards. Studies prove that flash cards are more effective than any other technique of memorizing. A study group can help you and your friends stay focused and motivate each other. Further, everyone learns and picks up information differently. Someone might get a concept that's giving you trouble, and you might be able to help another student with a tough topic. Ask 3 or 4 classmates to set up a group study time after school, on the weekends, or during a free period.
Summary: Remove all distractions while studying Take a break after 45 minutes. Take notes as you read. Start a study group.

Q: The procedure will start with the doctor using a deep cleaning gel or foam to remove any make up, dust, or natural oils from your skin. A device will be applied to your face to abrade the uppermost layer of skin, i.e. rubbing it away via friction. This takes 30 40 minutes for the face and about 20 minutes for the neck. Afterwards, a moisturize will be applied. There are two types of device: The more common has a tip that shoots out tiny, rough aluminum oxide crystals that abrade your face before being vacuumed back up along with dead skin cells. It works something like a miniature sandblaster. The other type has an applicator that applies a fine diamond tip to scrape the skin from your face before the dead cells are sucked up in a vacuum. Microdermabrasion is gentle, non-invasive, and proven to make skin look younger and smoother. It can be used to treat a dull complexion, uneven skin tone or texture, age spots, acne scars, sun-damaged skin and wrinkles, though it has limited effectiveness in combating serious acne or hyperpigmentation (patches of dark skin). You may not be a good candidate for microdermabrasion if you have: Active rosacea Fragile capillaries or vascular lesions (appearing as red splotches on the skin) Active acne Warts Eczema Dermatitis Open sores Psoriasis (patches of thick, scaly skin) Lupus Uncontrolled diabetes The average cost of a procedure in the United States is $143, but it may be as low as $15 $40 in India and other Asian countries. Multiple sessions usually between 5 and 16 are required to achieve desired results. Many doctors offer financing plans to make the treatment more affordable for their patients. Microdermabrasion is performed by plastic surgeons and dermatologists, and also in spas and salons. Aestheticians at spas and salons may perform effective microdermabrasion, but these providers are unregulated, so you will minimize your risks by choosing a doctor. Doctors can examine your skin to be sure that microdermabrasion is safe for you. To pick a doctor: Talk to your friends. A referral is the best way to find a good clinic. Ask your physician for a recommendation. Read online reviews, but be careful. Reviews may be posted by clinic employees. You should have a consultation before scheduling your procedure to make sure you are comfortable with the facility, that microdermabrasion is safe for you, and to ask the doctor any questions you might have, such as: Are you certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or the American Board of Dermatology? How many treatments will be needed? What are the possible side effects? Is the procedure safe for me? Do you have any before-and-after photos? How much will it cost? Do you have payment plans?
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Know what to expect during the treatment. Decide if the procedure is right for you. Learn the costs. Decide where you will have the procedure performed. Schedule a consultation.