In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your teen may be unsure about whether or not they can turn to you when there is a problem or when they just need to talk to someone. You can make it clear to your teen that you are willing to listen by simply saying something like, "I am here if you ever want to talk." Keep in mind that you may need to remind your teen now and then. For example, if you teen seems like they are struggling with something, you might give a gentle reminder like, "You can always talk to me about it if you want to." . Being available to listen also means listening actively. Active listening shows the speaker that you are present and hearing what they are saying. Some things you can do to be an active listener include: Removing distractions. Facing your teen and making direct eye contact. Nodding your head and making neutral statements, such as "Yes," "I see," and "Go on." Rephrasing what your teen says now and then to show you are listening. Asking for clarification if you need it. For example, if your teen tells you about something that happened between her and her friend Sarah, and she has more than one friend named Sarah, then you might ask, "Sarah B. or Sarah H.?" Judging your teen for what he or she says may cause them to shut down and decide not to open up to you in the future. Therefore, it is best to stop yourself from voicing any judgments about what your teen shares with you. For example, if your teen confides in you that she is thinking about asking someone she likes to the prom, you should not use this as an opportunity to say that you think she could do better. Your teen is not going to change her mind about someone just because you do not approve. It is especially important to reserve judgment if your teen shares something troubling with you, such as that she has committed a crime, that she is feeling suicidal or that she is being bullied at school. If your teen shares something like this with you, then it is normal to be upset and worried. However, telling your teen what she should do or feel is not going to help. Sometimes your teen will not feel like talking to you right away, or at all. Teens often need to try to work things out on their own or calm down before they can share what is going on. This can be frustrating for you, but pushing too hard to try to get your teen to talk can make matters worse. If you push too hard, then your teen may feel like you are invading her privacy and decide not to talk at all. To reduce your chances of getting the silent treatment, you may need to learn how to say less and be patient if your teen does not respond right away. For example, instead of asking your teen lots of questions right when they walk in the door, try saying something like, "Hi honey. I hope you had a nice day. If you feel like telling me about it, just let me know. I'd love to hear all about it." Then just go about your business and allow your teen to talk if he or she wants to talk.
Summary: Tell your teen that you are willing to listen. Listen actively Reserve judgment. Accept some silence.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If the accident happened in sight of pedestrians, a shop, or other drivers, ask them to stay on the scene until the police arrive so that they can provide statements. If possible, get their name and phone number. After the police officer has finished taking statements and completing the report, you should get the other driver's information. Make your information freely available as well; people might think you're at fault if you try to hide anything. The following information should be exchanged: Full name, address, contact information Driver's license numbers License plate number Insurance company and policy number Make, model and color of the vehicle Write down any information you receive from the police officer and the other driver. Take pictures of the scene with your phone. You'll want to get pictures of the location itself, including stop signs, traffic lights, and other elements you think might have played into the accident. The insurance company will ask many questions, and you can use these pictures as a reference. Make sure to get pictures of the damage to the vehicle as well.
Summary: Look for witnesses. Exchange information with the other driver. Document the incident.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: requently. You should also keep your living area clean and tidy by picking up dirty clothing on the floor and making sure it ends up in the laundry bin. Then, make it a habit to do your laundry frequently, preferably on a weekly basis. This will ensure you have clean clothes available every day and that your living area is not cluttered with dirty clothing. You should also make a point of washing your bed sheets and your bath towels once a week to ensure they stay clean and free of germs. You should also wash any blankets, rugs, or cleaning rags once a week so they stay fresh and dust free. You may designate one day of the week "laundry day", such as Sunday, so you always do laundry once a week. . Whether you live in a house, an apartment, or you have a room at your parent's place, you should make an effort to keep your area clean. This means doing daily cleaning like dusting, sweeping, and mopping the floors so they do not collect dust or dirt. You should also pick up after yourself and put any items you have been using away so they do not create clutter. You may decide to organize your area if it has become too messy and cluttered. Having a space that is organized will make it easier to keep it clean and tidy. When you are cleaning your area, you should use effective cleaning products. Make sure you use cleaning products to wipe down surfaces and to mop the floors. You should also use carpet cleaning products to clean any rugs or carpet in your area. You can also stay organized and on top of your household chores by making a schedule and sticking to the schedule. A schedule for chores may be ideal if there are multiple people living in your household, such as roommates or siblings. You should assign different chores to each person or rotate chores so they get done. For example, you may have chores like "cleaning the kitchen", "taking out the garbage and the recycling", "cleaning the bathroom", and "sweeping the porch." You should then agree to rotate the chores with the people in your home or assign each chore to one person. Try to hold yourself and others accountable for getting the chores done. Working together to do the chores as a team will make them much easier to tackle than having to do them on your own. You should also schedule in "deep cleans" of your home or living area. Doing a deep clean once a month will ensure your home stays clean and prevents the build up of dust and dirt. Start by decluttering any areas in your home. You should also start high and move your way down, focusing on cleaning your ceilings, your walls, and your baseboards. You may also vacuum your home from top to bottom and wash the windows inside and out to remove dust and dirt. You can also clean any blinds, drapes, or curtains with the brush attachment on the vacuum. You should also dust all surfaces in your home. Move any items on shelves or ledges and make sure you dust the entire surface. Sweep and mop the floors if you have hardwood, focusing on all the crevices and cracks in the floor. You should use a professional carpet cleaner for carpeted floors.
Summary:
frequently. Keep your area tidy and clean Make a schedule for household chores. Do regular "deep cleans".