Q: It is important that your child learn how to insert her lenses for herself. Many optometrists will request that your child practice inserting a trial pair of contacts at their office. If your child inserts her contact lenses herself, this will also reduce her desire to blink during the application process. A recent study found that children between the ages of eight and nine were all successfully able to insert their own contact lenses. Make sure your child knows that he should never clean his contacts with water or saliva; instead, he should only use solutions and disinfectants that have been recommended by his optometrist. He must also properly store his contact lenses in an optometrist-approved solution overnight or when not in use. If your child is wearing daily disposable contacts, make sure that she is properly disposing of the pair each evening and not wearing them over a longer period of time. You should ensure that your child is not sleeping in a pair of contact lenses unless the contacts have been approved for overnight use. If your daughter is wearing make up, make sure she knows that she must insert her contact lenses prior to applying cosmetics. You should also look into using hypoallergenic cosmetic and skincare products for your child when she wears contact lenses.
A: Help your child insert her lenses only on a temporary basis. Monitor your child's cleaning habits for his contacts. Watch your child's wearing habits. Discuss the proper methods of contact lens insertion with your child.

Q: Therapy can be beneficial for many people as they work through symptoms of depression. Therapy can help build coping skills, alter negative thought patterns, and help to discover ways to live a fulfilling life. Therapy can also help work through the frustrations of losing mobility and independence, loss, and grieving. Consider counseling for dealing with long-term illnesses or health issues that contribute to feelings of depression. Counseling is also beneficial for dealing with fears, such as death and dying. For more information, check out How to Encourage Someone to See a Therapist or How to Choose a Therapist. If you think medication may be a beneficial way to treat depression, talk to your medical practitioner or a psychiatrist. You can explain your symptoms and he or she can determine whether a depression medication is right for you. Not all medications can be mixed with other medications. Make sure you have your medical chart available and write down all current medications. If you're currently on medication, ask your medical practitioner if depression is a side effect. If so, ask if there are alternatives. ECT is sometimes used in older adults who cannot take medications for depression due to side effects or other drug interactions, or for those significantly affected by depression that cannot perform daily functions. ECT uses small currents delivered to the brain in order to create tiny seizures. These seizures can trigger rewiring of the brain, and help with severe symptoms of depression. While ECT may have some side effects, current practices use anesthesia (while past treatments did not). It is much safer than it was when first introduced as a treatment approach.
A: Talk to a psychotherapist. Ask about medication. Check out Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Q: Purchase dahlia tubers online or at a local garden center. Dwarf and low-growing varieties are best for container growing. Some varieties can grow as tall as 5 feet (1.5m), so you'll need a much larger pot if you choose a tall species. Small to medium varieties include Bednall Beauty, which grow up to 2 feet (61cm), and Bishop of Llandaff, which grow up to 3 feet (0.91m). Larger varieties include Hadrian's Sunlight and Twyning's After Eight, which grow 4 feet (1.2m) or higher. A single tuber needs about 1 to 2 feet (30 to 61cm) of space, so you'll probably only need 1 per container. Go for a heavy pot that's at least 12 inches (30cm) deep with a diameter of at least 12 inches (30cm). Pots this size usually hold around 5 to 7 gallons (19 to 26L) of soil. For the largest varieties, go with a 24 by 24 inch (61 by 61cm) pot, which usually holds around 25 gallons (95L) of soil. Varieties that grow 3 to 5 feet (0.91 to 1.52m) can become top-heavy, and a lightweight pot may not be sturdy enough to support their weight. Additionally, tall varieties require a stake, which will add even more weight. Plastic containers are lightweight, so go for sturdy ceramic or terracotta pots instead. Keep in mind terracotta and unglazed ceramic pots absorb water, so they can freeze and crack if they're left out during the winter. This step may not be necessary if the container already has several drainage holes that allow excess water to drain. However, if your pot has small holes or only has 1 center hole, drill a few extra holes to improve drainage. Dahlias grow best in well-drained environments. While they require lots of water, their fine roots are prone to rotting if the soil is too waterlogged. Fill the bottom with 2 inches (5.1cm) of gravel for improved drainage. A dirty pot could spread disease, and hidden insect eggs may be lying in wait at the bottom of the pot. Remove these threats by cleaning the container before you plant. Gentle soap and water will do the trick. Be sure to thoroughly rinse away all soap residue. It's particularly important to wash the pot if you've used it for other plants in the past. Standard potting soil alone is too porous and may lead to pour bud formation. For a good potting mix, combine 2 parts potting soil with 1 part peat moss or well-aged manure. Note that garden soil isn't suitable for container plants. Be sure you purchase potting soil labeled for potted plants.
A: Select a species of dahlia that suits your space. Pick out a pot that's at least 12 by 12 inches (30 by 30cm). Choose a heavy pot if you've chosen a tall variety. Drill drainage holes, if necessary. Clean the pot with mild soap and warm water. Choose a rich, well-draining potting mix.

Q: This is in the top left corner of the screen. Take care not to forget this password; if you lose it, you won't be able to open your file. If prompted, click Save Changes first. You should see a field that reads "(YourFile).xlsx is protected". If you typed in your password correctly, you should now have access to your document!
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Open your Excel document. Click File. Click Protect Workbook. Click "Encrypt with Password". Type in a password. Click OK. Re-enter your password. Click OK. Close your document. Re-open your document. Type in your password. Click OK.