Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Be a good example. Make sure to give your child plenty of positive attention. Talk to the child about ways to handle emotions. Remove a child from a stressful situation if you can tell they are struggling. Try redirecting an antsy or agitated child. Don't stress about the small things. Make sure your expectations are reasonable. Praise the child for positive behavior. Explain the relationship between good behavior and its positive consequences.

Answer: Children look at adult role models to help them understand how to behave. Demonstrate good behavior in your actions, even when you aren't sure the child is watching. If kids feel neglected, they may act out in the hopes you'll pay attention. You can reduce the chances of this happening by making sure that they get positive attention without needing to resort to bad behavior. If you think that the child is seeking attention, work on teaching them assertiveness skills. Teach them phrases like "I'm lonely," "I want attention," or "Will you hang out with me?" Reward this behavior by paying attention when they say this. That way, they learn that asking for attention is more effective than acting out. Kids may not know how to recognize and cope with their feelings. Autistic kids may need extra guidance. Talk about characters. Feel free to ask questions like "What do you think he should have done to handle his anger, instead of yelling?" If you can tell that the child is reaching their boiling point, get them out of the situation. You might suggest that they leave, or you could assign them a solitary task that you know is very easy or enjoyable for them. This way, they can take time to calm down and re-center themselves. "You look stressed. Why don't you go to your corner for a while? We can finish your homework in half an hour from now." "It's a nice day. Ella, will you go get the mail for me?" "The dog hasn't been walked yet. Will you please go walk him?" "Justin, I think we might be running low on toilet paper. Will you go to the bathroom and count how many rolls there are? Here's a post-it and a pencil so you can write things down if you want." "I can see you getting frustrated. Let's take a 10 minute break and then come back to this. Sound good?" Kids get restless sometimes, and that can lead to less-than-ideal behavior. Here are some examples of things you could say: "Are you bored? Would you like to draw some pictures with me?" "We have 3 more aisles left in the store. Will you count them with me?" "I can tell you have lots of energy right now. I'm going to start running! I bet you can't catch me!" Autistic kids are going to be quirky, and that's okay. And all kids have bad moods and bad days, just like adults do. You don't need to turn every instance of unusual or imperfect behavior into a battle. Make peace with imperfection. Autistic kids have developmental delays, and that means they'll be slower to learn certain things sometimes. If they're repeatedly failing to meet your expectations, it may be that your expectations are too high, or that something else is getting in their way. Try talking about the issue with... The child (e.g. "Why do you think chores are so hard for you?") Other caregivers (of your child, and of autistic/disabled kids in general) Teachers Therapists Autistic adults Offer praise when the child does something well. This makes the child feel like you notice their efforts, and makes them feel proud of themselves and eager to keep behaving. Praise can be a strong motivator. Try to find something good to praise at least twice a day, if not more. Say things like... "Thank you for putting away your toys so quickly! I'm really impressed." "Good job being so gentle with your baby brother! You're such a good big sister." "Thank you for listening to me on the first try. That was really cool." "Wow, you are studying really hard! That's a sign of a good student." "I'm proud of you for being so assertive with me today." This helps motivate the child, and teaches them why the behavior matters. If you want, you can also explain a reward that is linked to the good behavior. "When you pick up your toys, your floor is a clean place to play. Everyone can walk and move around easily, and your room can be a fun place to hang out." "When you're gentle with the dog, it makes her enjoy spending time with you. She might even come to you more often, because she knows you will treat her gently." "It makes me happy when you listen to me on the first time I give you a reminder. It lets me know that you do listen to me, and it means I don't have to think of a punishment for you. I like it when that happens." "When you use your inside voice, it makes it easy for your brother to study and your mom to get work done. People enjoy having a quiet house. It is nice for all of us."

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Learn the symptoms of pericarditis. Seek immediate medical attention. Ease the pain by sitting up and leaning forward. Take aspirin or ibuprofen. Get plenty of rest.

Answer:
Pericarditis occurs when the pericardium (a membrane around the heart) is swollen or irritated, usually from viral infection. The resulting chest pain usually feels like a sharp, stabbing pain in either the center or the left side of your chest. In some patients, though, the pain is more of a dull pressure that spreads to the jaw and/or left arm. This pain can worsen with breathing or movement. Some of the symptoms of pericarditis look a lot like those of a heart attack: Shortness of breath Heart palpitations Low-grade fever Fatigue or nausea Cough Swollen legs or abdomen Though pericarditis is often mild and resolves on its own, it's difficult to distinguish between its symptoms and those of a heart attack. It can also develop into more severe cases that can require surgery to relieve the symptoms. You need immediate supervision and diagnostic tests to find out what's actually causing the pain. Call emergency services or ask someone to take you to the nearest emergency room. Just like with heart attacks, early treatment is the best way to prevent the condition from worsening. The pericardium has two layers of tissue that rub together when inflamed, causing the chest pain. By sitting in this position, you can reduce the tissue friction and its resulting pain while waiting for medical attention. Taking a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug like aspirin or ibuprofen will reduce the tissue inflammation. This, in turn, reduces the friction between the two layers of the pericardium and eases your chest pain. Consult your doctor before taking these medications. With physician approval, take these medications three times a day with food. You should take a total of two to four grams of Aspirin per day or 1200 to 1800 mg of ibuprofen per day. Pericarditis is usually the result of a viral infection. You can treat it like the common cold to speed up your recover and eliminate the pain quickly. Rest and sleep will help your immune system function more efficiently, speeding up the healing process.