In most cases, you will apply for unemployment benefits in the state or country where you work. There are exceptions, however, if you live in one state or country and work in another. For example, if you live in one EU country and commuted to another for work, you can register with the country where you worked or the country where you live. Regardless, your benefits will be paid by the country where you live and you'll be subject to that country's rules and eligibility requirements. In the US, if you live in one state and worked in another, you can file for unemployment either in the state where you worked or in the state where you live. Generally, you'll be expected to seek employment in the state where you file. Generally, if your employer terminated you because of some misconduct on your part, you won't be eligible for unemployment benefits. To get the benefits, you have to lose your job through no fault of your own. If you were terminated for a minor infraction, such as too many tardies, you may still be eligible for some benefits. However, the amount of benefits you receive would be reduced. When your employer let you go, they likely gave you some paperwork that listed the reason your employment was terminated. This paperwork may include additional information, such as whether you're eligible to work there again. Even if you quit your job, you may still be eligible for unemployment benefits. However, you must be able to show that you quit for a "good" reason, such as ongoing harassment. Gather copies of any formal complaints you made to management or human resources, along with any evidence that shows the reason you quit. In most places, unemployment benefits act like an insurance policy you are only eligible for benefits once you've "paid into the system" for a period of time. The amount of time you've had to work varies among countries, but is typically measured by the number of hours you've worked in the last 52-week (1-year) period. For example, in Canada, you must have worked between 420 and 700 hours in the 52 weeks prior to the date you file your claim to be eligible to receive unemployment benefits. The number of hours you've worked may also be used to determine how many weeks you may receive unemployment benefits. For example, if you only worked 430 hours in the past 52 weeks, you could be eligible for a maximum of 30 weeks of benefits. However, if you had worked 1,200 hours in the same period, you could be eligible for as much as 41 weeks. Many states and countries do not provide unemployment benefits to anyone under 18, or anyone old enough to legally retire. However, there may be exceptions to these basic age requirements, such as if you are legally emancipated. Some countries have different maximum benefit amounts available depending on your age. For example, if you are unemployed in the UK, you are eligible for up to 57.90 per week if you are 24 years of age or younger. If you're 25 or older, you may get up to 73.10 per week. Once you've determined that you meet at least the initial eligibility requirements, get started with a written application. This application may be available online, or you may have to make a trip to your nearest benefits office for a paper copy. Your benefits office will have a toll-free number you can call to find the location, or you can search your state or national government's website for a location map. Simply do an internet search for "unemployment benefits" followed by the name of the appropriate government entity. For example, if you live in the US, you would search for "unemployment benefits" along with the name of your state, since unemployment benefits are administered at the state level. If you go to the office in person, take all of your employment and salary documents with you so you can fill out your application. Some benefits offices require an in-person interview before benefits are granted. Even if an interview isn't required of all applicants, you may have to attend one if there is some question about your eligibility. In the UK, an interview is required of all applicants. The interviewer will ask questions about the information in your application, and may require documentation to back up your statements. Take all of your paperwork related to your employment with you, including your pay slips or tax statements. If you live in the US, you'll typically have an initial interview over the phone. An in-person interview usually isn't required, unless there are questions about your application or eligibility.
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One-sentence summary -- Determine where you need to apply for unemployment. Gather documentation of your termination. Review your recent work history. Check age requirements. Complete an initial application. Attend an interview with a benefits worker.

Article: Keep your list with you and make sure you get through all of your points. If you or your mom gets sidetracked, look over your list and wait for a pause in the conversation. Then try saying, "Mom, I understand what you are saying. I still have a few more things I'd like to say." Your mom is more likely to respond positively if she doesn't feel like she's being blamed or attacked. Talk about how you feel and how her behavior is affecting you. For example, don't say, "You ruined my birthday party because you told all my friends' moms I got my period!" Instead try saying, "I felt really embarrassed when I overheard you telling all the moms about my period." Explain to your mom that your period is private. Period. Tell her you are not comfortable with her sharing personal information about you without your consent. Try saying, "Mom, I understand why you might have wanted to tell my friends' moms I got my period. But my period is my business and I am not comfortable with you telling others personal things about me." You could also say, "Mom, can you please ask me if it's okay before sharing my private business with others?" No matter what the outcome, let your mom know that you appreciate her listening to you and respecting your privacy.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Make it an intentional conversation. Use "I" statements instead of "you" statements. Ask your mom to respect your privacy. Thank her for the conversation.