This website contains resources to assist you in reporting and recovering from identity theft. Even better, the resources are free. Many companies have identity fraud departments. Speak to this department or, if there is not an identity fraud department, then speak to a manager. Explain that you did not make the purchases and that someone stole your identity. Request that any account be closed. If you have an account with the business, then change your logins, passwords, and PINs. If you do not already have a fraud alert or a credit freeze on your accounts, then you should request that one or the other be put in place. Call the credit reporting agencies to request. Go through the credit report to see if any charges have been made or if new accounts have been opened in your name. You will want to know the full extent of the fraud so that you can respond appropriately. You should report your theft to the FTC. You can do so by visiting the FTC Complaint Assistant and selecting "Identity Theft" under "Select a Category." You can then choose your sub-category: Identity Theft, Attempted Identity Theft, Data Breach, or Lost Wallet or Purse. Answer the Complaint Assistant's questions. If you need to chat with a tech specialist, you can click on the icon in the upper-right corner. Someone is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm Eastern Standard Time. Once you answer the questions, you should be given an Identity Theft Affidavit. Save this and print it off. You can also complain to the FTC by phone. Call 1-877-438-4338 to make your report. You should go to your local police department and request to make a report of identity theft. When you finish, you should get a copy of your police report. Take the following to the police department: any proof of the identity theft, such as bills, statements, IRS notices, etc. a valid photo identification issued by the government a copy of your FTC Identity Theft Affidavit proof of your address the FTC's Memo to Law Enforcement available for download at http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/articles/pdf/pdf-0088-ftc-memo-law-enforcement.pdf.

Summary: Visit Identitytheft.gov. Call the companies where the fraud took place. Place a fraud alert on your credit report. Request a credit report. File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). File a report with your police department.

A dimmer switch allows you to control the brightness of a light fixture. Use a marker or colored tape to uniquely label each wire so you can tell them apart. Mark the wire connected to the brass screw terminal or to the hole on the same side as the brass terminal as the "hot" wire. Mark the wire connected to the silver screw terminal or to the hole on the same side as the silver terminal as the "neutral" wire. Finally, mark the green or copper wire connected to the green screw terminal (on the other side of the switch from the brass and silver terminals) as the "grounding" wire. The switch may have either screw terminal connectors, which will be located along the side of the switch, or push-in connector holes, which will be located at the back of the switch. If the wires are connected to screw terminals, turn each screw counter-clockwise with a screwdriver to loosen and slide the wire out with a pair of needle-nose pliers. If the wires are connected to push-in connectors, the holes that the wires are pushed into will typically have a small slot beneath the hole. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and push forward to release the wire. Most dimmer switches come with wires already attached. You will see two black lead wires and one green grounding wire. Strip 1/2 inch of insulation from each to expose the wire. Pair one of the black lead wires to the black hot wire in the switch box. Pair the other black lead wire to the white neutral wire in the switch box. Pair the green grounding wire with the bare or green grounding wire in the switch box. Wrap the ends of the paired wires together and secure with a wire nut. You should see the word "top" written on the switch indicating the side of the switch that should be vertically oriented toward the top. Do not over tighten the switch plate, since it may crack under too much pressure. Go back to the new switch and flip it on and off several times to ensure it's in working order.

Summary: Mark each wire in the switch box. Disconnect the wires from the old switch. Connect the wires to the new switch. Double-check that the switch is properly oriented. Carefully push the wires back into the box and then push the switch up against the edge of the box and tighten the mounting screws into place. Replace the switch plate and tighten the screws into place. Return to the breaker box and turn the power to the light switch back on.

Your approach (your sprint down the runway) will make a big difference in how far you end up jumping. You want to get up to speed in your first few sprints and then maintain your speed until you jump. Practice this by doing approach runs on a track. Don't actually go through with the jump, just focus on getting up to speed and maintaining your velocity. Designate a take off spot on the track and then stop when you reach it. Go back to where you started after you finish and try again. Practice doing jumps without the approach. Stand in place and bend your knees, placing one foot in front of the other. Bend your body so your upper torso is parallel with the floor. Hold your arms at your sides and extend them straight back so they're also parallel with the floor. When you're ready, lift your body and propel yourself into a jump. Raise both of your arms up and over your head. Land with both feet flat on the floor. Each time you do the drill, mark where you landed. On your next attempt, try to beat your last mark. Find a long jump pit to practice in. Do a short 2-3 step approach down the runway and jump when you reach the takeoff board. Work on getting your legs up and out in front of you. You want your heels to be the first part of your body to make contact with the pit. Repeat the drill until you feel comfortable with your landings.

Summary: Practice your approach with approach drills. Do jumping drills. Work on your landings.

Stand up for others who are being harassed online, whether they are your friend or not. There are lots of ways to help out, from small-scale stuff to broad actions. For instance: Offer encouraging messages to anyone you see being harassed online. Be open about how you don't support or accept bullying. Encourage someone you know has been bothered online by telling them hello, eating lunch with them, or just trying to be their friend. If someone you know posts something mean, offensive, or harassing, don't like, repost, or share it. The same goes for gossip--keep away from it. Drawing attention to inappropriate content contributes to the problem of cyberbullying and can even make you a target of bullying. Think twice before liking/sharing something, even if you think it's funny. Ask yourself: would it seem funny if the inappropriate content was about you? You can be a role model for others and help prevent cyberbullying at the same time. When you comment on other people's posts or respond online, aim to be encouraging, friendly, and supportive rather than aggressive or sarcastic. You can even take formal steps to stand against bullying. Talk to your school, neighborhood, or group about signing a pledge not to bully. You can then post this online to let others know your principles. When people see others reject bullying, it reduces its power. Talk to others in your community if you think cyberbullying is a real problem. As a group, you can work together to raise awareness of the issue, create no-bullying pledges, and offer support to anyone who has been hurt online. If you are a parent or adult worried about a child being cyberbullied, talk with them about the problem and how to be safe online. You can also set limits on a child's screen time or monitor their use of computers, phones, and other devices to reduce their risk of being bullied.
Summary: Help others who are being bullied. Don't support inappropriate content. Spread positivity. Be part of the solution, not the problem. Mobilize your community to combat cyberbullying. Teach youth about making good decisions online.