Q: Smiling is an open invitation to other people, and it tells them you're friendly and positive. If you're in class or walking down the hall and you meet someone's eyes, smile at them before you look away. Simply smiling at someone can draw them to interact with you. You only have to smile for a second or 2 when you meet someone's eyes. Smiling at them for too long without saying anything might seem a little odd. If your body language is closed off, it can make you seem less approachable. Try uncrossing your arms and legs whenever you think about it. Other ways to have open body language include keeping your head up and making eye contact with people when you're talking to them. You may also want to consider wearing brighter colored clothing. Not only will it make you seem more approachable, but it could actually affect your mood and make you happier. Be available to people when they need you. Friendship should never be one-sided, and friends should make us feel good. In order to really make a friend, try to give as much to the other person as you are getting from them. Always treat other people the way you want them to treat you. Practicing the golden rule is key to cultivating a compassionate, long-lasting friendship. Encourage the other person. Let them know that you believe in them and support their achievements in their school work and their life goals. Keep in mind that other people have their own lives to focus on, even if they're your friend. Don't be too clingy or expect too much of their time and attention. Be there for them when they need you and continue to extend invitations, but don't be offended if they turn you down because they are busy or need some alone time. For instance, if you text someone and they only text back a one-word answer, they might be busy or in a bad mood. Try to talk to them again in a few days and see if they're more receptive to chatting. Other people likely have the same fears about approaching others and making friends. If someone else is new or seems shy, be the one to approach them and start a conversation or show them around. Chances are, the other person will really appreciate that you took the time to talk to them.
A: Smile whenever you make eye contact with people. Avoid crossing your arms and legs when you're around other people. Be a kind and encouraging friend. Give other people some space. Take the lead instead of waiting for other people to befriend you.

Article: When you are a teenager, there are many things you might want to do. You might want to play a sport or be the star or the musical. Set goals as to what you would like to accomplish and give your energy proportionately to those activities. You must not be the star of every activity. Take the time to discover what you do best. Then, do your best at that activity! Create a mini schedule for each week and day. Plan out your time wisely and do not try to load too much into one day. There are some priorities that are necessary--like completing your schoolwork. Staying fit and healthy should also be a top priority. That means sleeping enough and eating well. Although you might be busy with many activities, it is important to schedule some time to be with yourself. Try to grant yourself thirty minutes a day to do a favorite activity, whether reading the newspaper, playing the piano, or doing yoga. Aim to use this time to de-stress so that you can return to your activities with more energy. You could have a half hour or quiet time before school. You could reserve a half hour of time to unplug from devices before sleeping. Moving forward in your teenage years, setting goals will help you feel in control even when your emotions might be making you feel the opposite. Aim for your goals to be "SMART," which stands for specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely. This means that you should define your goals clearly and be able to see whether you achieve them or not. For example, a "SMART" goal might be do finish your level 5 piano book by January. If you are half-way through your book in September, this is an achievable goal. You can create a practice plan and divide your goal into mini steps. For example, you could aim to finish two pages per week. You will know you did it by whether you finish the book or not.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Set priorities. Schedule alone time. Practice "SMART" goal-setting.

Q: It can be challenging to identify emotional and mental abuse, as there may be no physical marks or indications that abuse is happening. Though it can be difficult for the elderly to discuss their abuse, you can try to ask the person if she feels threatened or scared by a caretaker or a person she is in contact with. Do this one on one, out of the vicinity of anyone else, so the elder feels safe and able to discuss any emotional and mental abuse she may be experiencing. Start by asking, "Are you being treated well?" or "How do you like your caretaker?" You can also let the person know you are available to talk about any issues she may be having, noting: "Please know you can reach out to me if there are any issues with your care." Sometimes the elderly person cannot verbally express their experience of abuse and may instead withdraw from others out of fear or anxiety. She may also appear depressed and refuse to leave her room or go outside to socialize with others. Any negative changes to the person's demeanor should be taken as a sign that something is wrong and you should consider if the person is being neglected or mistreated. This could be a refusal to go for daily walks, a change in appetite, or turning down visits and contact with others. These disruptions in routine could be a sign that the person is suffering from emotional and mental abuse and is too afraid to let anyone know what is going on. Note if the person appears frightened around certain individuals, with wide eyes, nervous ticks, or a lack of eye contact. These signs could indicate that the person is fearful around someone due to abuse. The person may also express other signs of agitation, such as biting her nails, pulling at her hair, fidgeting with her clothing, or stuttering on her words when she speaks to you in front of her abuser.
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Ask the person if she feels threatened or scared. Note if the person appears withdrawn or depressed. Pay attention to any changes in the person's routine or demeanor. Check for signs of anxiety, agitation, or fear around others.