There are a number of situations in which you should file an auto insurance claim. The most common type of situation in which you'd need to file an insurance claim is when your car is involved in an auto accident. However, you should also file a claim if your car is vandalized or stolen. The explanation and fine print of car insurance policies appear to be long-winded and often seem extremely complicated. The best thing to do before proceeding too deeply into the insurance claims process is to read and re-read your policy. You'll then understand the intricacies of what your own personal responsibility is in the event of an accident or other automotive mishap, and what your insurance company's responsibility is in such an incident. You might need to pay a deductible -- a fee to help cover the costs of the accident -- if you're found to be at fault. If you're not at fault, your insurance company might be able to help you recover the deductible from the driver who is at fault. Your insurance company's number should be on the front of your insurance card. You might also be able to find it among your insurance policy documents or on the insurance company's website. Contact the insurance company as soon as possible so you can find out what their specific claims process entails. Many insurance companies have online portals where you can file a claim, upload relevant documents, and check the status of your claim. Ask your insurance company about such an option.

Summary: Recognize when you should file a claim. Inspect your insurance policy. Contact your insurance company.

The symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy can be very frightening. If you are experiencing these symptoms and are feeling really overwhelmed or panicked, take a few moments to breathe deeply. Remind yourself that it's okay to feel scared or upset, and that what you are experiencing now will pass. The best thing you can do is get to the doctor as soon as possible so that they can figure out what is going on and give you appropriate treatment. If you suspect an ectopic pregnancy, whether or not you've already had a positive pregnancy test, get to a doctor or emergency room as soon as possible. An ectopic pregnancy can become life-threatening quickly if left untreated. Your doctor will have a better chance of diagnosing you correctly if you can give them a clear description of your symptoms. Let them know how long you have had the symptoms and whether they appeared gradually or suddenly. Provide as many details as possible. For example, if you are experiencing pain, describe the location, type, and intensity of the pain. You might say, "I got a sudden, sharp pain in my pelvis about an hour ago, and it hasn't gone away." In addition to asking about your current symptoms, the doctor may want to know details about your overall health and any recent history that might be related to your symptoms. They may ask about: The date of your last period. Whether your last period was unusual in any way. Any previous pregnancies. Whether you are sexually active or trying to conceive. What type(s) of birth control you are using, if any. Whether you have had in vitro fertilization. Your previous history of serious health conditions, if any. Any medications you are currently taking. A pelvic exam is usually the first step in diagnosing an ectopic pregnancy. Your doctor will check for any particular areas of pain or tenderness and feel for obvious masses. At the same time, they will check to see if there are any other visible causes of your symptoms. While your doctor will not be able to definitively diagnose an ectopic pregnancy based on a pelvic exam alone, this exam can help narrow down the most likely causes of your symptoms. If your doctor suspects an ectopic pregnancy based on the pelvic exam, they may wish to run lab tests to check your hCG and progesterone (pregnancy hormone) levels. Unusual pregnancy hormone levels can be a good indicator of ectopic pregnancy. Your doctor may draw some blood or ask you to provide a urine sample for testing. If your doctor suspects an ectopic pregnancy, they will probably recommend an immediate vaginal ultrasound. Your doctor or an ultrasound technician will insert a small device into your vagina to perform the ultrasound and look for evidence of an ectopic pregnancy. Occasionally, it may be too early for an ectopic pregnancy to show on an ultrasound. If this is the case, your doctor may monitor your condition and repeat the ultrasound at a later date. An ectopic pregnancy is usually clearly visible on an ultrasound by 4-5 weeks after the date of conception. In some cases, your doctor may wish to perform a culdocentesis. This test can help determine whether you have a ruptured fallopian tube. In culdocentesis, a needle is inserted into the top of the vagina to check for the presence of blood behind the uterus and above the rectum. If your symptoms are severe enough (e.g., if you are bleeding heavily), your emergency medical team may decide there is no time for diagnostic testing. In these situations, the best option may be emergency surgery to locate and treat the source of the problem as quickly as possible.

Summary: Try to stay calm. Seek medical attention immediately. Describe your symptoms. Tell your doctor about your health history. Let your doctor do a pelvic exam. Give blood or urine samples, if needed. Get an ultrasound. Have a culdocentesis done, if necessary. Consent to exploratory surgery if your condition is life-threatening.

Before you begin writing your history, think of what things you would like to discuss in your personal history. Try discussing those ideas with a friend or family member. You can also freewrite them in order to better flesh out the ideas on paper. Just sit down and start writing about yourself. There are no limits when it comes to brainstorming and freewriting. Just be creative and explore different organizational and thematic options. A journal might be useful for freewriting. It will allow you to jot ideas down if you are on the go. Once you finish brainstorming, gather any materials you might need. These can include letters of reference or your grades for your personal statement, or historical documents for a larger personal history. Since you will likely have to consult them regularly, make sure that these materials are easily accessible during your writing process. Keep your documents in a digital spreadsheet for quick reference. You could also organize them in folders if that is more convenient. Before you begin the writing process, write down an outline or a timeline of your history. An outline may be more useful for a personal narrative and a timeline for your personal history. Be sure to highlight any important events or relevant information. Think of the activity like a brainstorming exercise where you are trying to promote creativity, except that your trying to impose more structure on the project. Consider sharing your outline or timeline with someone who you believe will give you good feedback. If you have a solid deadline for completing your writing, it is important that you plan for meeting that deadline. The best way to do that is to create a schedule and stick to it. Set aside a certain amount of time each day for writing. This will help you meet your deadline and stay motivated. You space significantly impacts your ability to write. Be sure to find a space where you can focus and concentrate on your work. Try finding somewhere that is quiet, secluded and inspires your creative juices. Avoid loud and busy spaces. These can be audibly and visibly distracting. Although it might be cool to work in a coffee shop, it is not an ideal place to write.
Summary: Brainstorm and freewrite. Organize your materials. Create an outline or timeline. Develop a schedule. Find a place where you feel creative and motivated to write.