INPUT ARTICLE: Article: SSA will give you forms to fill out. There will be a few lines for you to explain why you should win your appeal. You should write, "see attached page" on these lines. Generally, you'll fill out the following forms: Disability Report of Appeals Request for Reconsideration (Form SSA-561) You want to keep a copy of your letter and all forms you submit. Gather everything in an envelope and mail it to the office address provided to you. If you want, you can mail it certified mail, return receipt requested. You can also call one or two weeks after you submitted your appeal to see if it was received. You have a right to several appeals. If you're initially denied, then you must appeal to an administrative law judge. You should hire a lawyer at this stage. About 80% of all claimants have a lawyer, and you'll increase your chances of success. Contact your local or state bar association and ask for a referral to a Social Security attorney. Call them up and schedule a consultation. SSD lawyers are paid on contingency, which means you don't pay them unless they win your case. If you win, then the attorney will get 25% of any past-due benefits up to $6,000.

SUMMARY: Complete the required forms. Mail in your appeal. Hire a lawyer if you are denied again.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Place the pieces of acrylic together as you want them to be joined. They should meet at a 90-degree angle. You can then use a combination square to guarantee that the pieces are angled correctly. Once set up, use your hands or a clamp to hold the sections together. Always do a dry run first, making sure the pieces fit before applying any glue. It helps to assemble the object together with adhesive tape. Then the adhesive can be placed accurately without juggling the parts. Turn the bottle upside down and place the needle above the edge where the two pieces of acrylic meet. Squeeze the bottle with mild pressure as you move along the joined edges. You want to pull the bottle towards you. The acrylic cement should run in between the joined edges and fill in any seams or spaces as you move it along. Try to lightly squeeze the bottle and move it without stopping, this will ensure you don't over-glue the acrylic. If you are gluing for a box corner joint, apply the acrylic cement to the inside edge of the sheeting. However, if you are gluing for flat joints, apply the cement to both sides of the sheeting. Do not allow the acrylic cement to touch any piece of the acrylic you do not want to be glued. Acrylic cement will permanently damage any surface it touches. If you do drip acrylic cement onto the acrylic, allow the cement to evaporate. Do not wipe it off. Most acrylic cement will take around 10-15 minutes to set initially. During this time you can use your hands or a clamp to hold the edges together. Once they are secure, they should take 24-48 hours to cure to full-strength. If the pieces have been adhered well, the dried acrylic cement will be clear. Before this time, the acrylic should appear as a cloudy white. If there are any excess or overlapping pieces of acrylic, you can cut these off with a router (a power tool with a shaped cutter). However, be careful of heat generation, which could melt the acrylic. You should also make sure the acrylic is properly set before you try to manipulate it in any way.

SUMMARY: Join the acrylic pieces. Position the applicator bottle and apply glue. Allow the acrylic cement to set. Trim the acrylic.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If a child's "fight-flight-or-freeze" mechanism has activated, they may not be able to control themselves, even though they know that it's not good to hit people or scream in public. The best way to stop it is to prevent it from getting that far. Never get drawn into a power battle. Forcing control upon a child will make them afraid of you, and it won't make them respect you more. When stressed, a child may have trouble with auditory processing, and not be able to understand what you are saying. In these circumstances, talk less, and instead focus on de-escalating. Try to use nonverbal communication. For example, instead of asking "Do you want your bunny?", show them the bunny so they can grab it if they want. Instead of saying "Let's go outside," point to the door and have them take your hand so you can lead them out. When stressed, the child might lose the ability to speak, while still being able to use AAC. Handing them a device shows that you aren't going to pressure them to speak, and that you'll listen if they advocate their needs. Watch for deteriorating speech abilities. If an ordinarily articulate girl points to a peanut shell and cries "bug," then she might be having trouble processing things, and may communicate better with AAC. If they have several forms of AAC, let them choose. If they are more overwhelmed, a simpler form will do better. For example, maybe your student is too frazzled to type, but can show you the picture card for "too loud." For example, if a boy knows that when he gets into the car, he will get a tasty snack, and he can play a game at home, he might be more willing to leave the park. Implement the strategy if you see stress building. (You can always come back later, once the child is calmer.) Explain the exit strategy beforehanddon't wait until the child is mid-meltdown. Use visual supports, like a keyring with pictures, if needed. Tailor the rewards to the child's favorite things. Make sure that they are available; if you run out, the child may stop trusting the routine and stop doing what you want. Older children might be able to self-monitor, initiate the exit strategy when needed, and do it without rewards. Younger children might need you to watch their mood, and reward them more for following through.

SUMMARY:
De-escalate if you see stress building up. Minimize talking. Give them an AAC device. Have an exit strategy ready, including scheduled rewards if needed.