Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Stay calm. Establish boundaries and stick to them. Enforce consequences. Be reasonable. Handle conflicts. Use effective communication.

Answer: If you are angry, take a moment and gather yourself. Take a few deep breaths or walk away and come back when you're calmer. This way, you're more likely to give fair and reasonable consequences. Especially if your teen knows how to push your buttons or set you off, it's especially important to keep your cool and not discipline them out of frustration or irritation. If you feel anger or upset coming on, tune into your body. Notice where you feel upset: do you have knots in your stomach, feel shaky, or start sweating? Notice these signs and recognize it's time to back off. Keep a journal of how you feel when you're upset. This can help you blow off steam and reveal patterns in you or your child's behavior. The teen should know what is expected of them. Set some boundaries around when they can go out, what time they need to come home, and what their role is in the home. Teens will want to push the boundaries, so remain firm when you set a limit. Discuss these boundaries with your teen, and let them have a say in how they work. They are more likely to follow rules that they helped establish. Put boundaries and rules in writing so that there's no confusion as to what's expected of your teen. Have the teen sign off on the agreed rules. If they break the rules, you can bring out the signed document. For example, you may decide that your teen is not allowed to do extra activities without completing their chores or housework. If your teen makes a request, say,, "Oh, that sounds fun, but you never did your chores this week. I'm so sorry you can't go." Make it clear that they can go once their chores are complete. Learning to navigate problem behaviors can be tricky. If you're too lenient, your teen may think they have no limits or you don't take their behavior seriously. However, if you're too strict, your teen may grow to resent you or they may rebel. Be firm in enforcing consequences, and don't let your teen sway your decision. When your teen breaks a rule, calmly tell them what they did and why they are in trouble. When deciding on a consequence, make sure it's proportional to the behavior and not given out of anger. Do not become a dictator. This can cause your teenager to rebel and become resentful. If they do something wrong, don't criticize or insult them as a person. Simply state the facts and the consequences as agreed upon previously. Assign your teen more housework or take away privileges (such as television time or computer time) as a consequence. Consider setting rules and their accompanying consequences beforehand. That way, when your teen breaks a rule, they know what they did and what consequence will result. Don't set impossible rules. It's not reasonable to tell your teen to go to bed at 7:30 or that they cannot hang out with friends. Teens want freedom and independence, so be reasonable in allowing them these things. One of the best ways to be reasonable is to listen to your teen's perspective. Ask them what time they think is appropriate to go to bed on school nights. When they're in trouble, ask them what a reasonable consequence might be. Get their input and consider their perspective. Ultimately, the decision lies with you. Consider your teen's strengths and limitations. If your teen is naturally messy, it may be unreasonable to demand a spotless room. If your teen needs some chillout time after school, let them do so before starting their homework. Sometimes, your teens may want to prove themselves to you or test their independence in your home. Refuse to fight with them. You can avoid major conflicts by monitoring your own reactions to your teen, even if you think they're being outrageous. If either of you are having a hard time managing your anger, count to ten or take some deep breaths. If things get too heated, take some time out before talking. Speak calmly, and if need be, agree to disagree. Let them know it's not worth fighting over petty things. Using empathy in your voice, develop one-liners, such as, "I bet it feels that way" or, "I know this is difficult for you." Avoid yelling at your teenager. If your teenager has done something they are not allowed to, explain calmly and rationally what they have done and why it broke the rules. Teenagers may need some space to handle conflicts, especially if they are upset or stressed. Often emotions can get in the way of rational thinking. Try to pick your battles, and let them calm down before you discuss a conflict. If you keep the lines of communication open, you may help them make positive, informed choices or come to you when they need help. Keep a path of open communication between you whenever possible so they can ask questions, admit mistakes, and reach out when they need help. Instead of jumping to conclusions about your teen's behavior, ask questions. Try to understand their position without assuming they've been doing something wrong. Learn to make compromises with your teen. That way you retain much of the control and neither of you will end up completely dissatisfied. If your teenager doesn't talk to you, communicate through texts or notes. You don't have to get upset with them; just show that you're available.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Identify the signs of a learning disability. Recognize that learning disabilities are common. See an education specialist. Talk to your doctor.

Answer: You may not be sure that you have a learning disability. You may also not know typical symptoms if you do have one. Figuring out if you have specific signs allows you to actively and positively address them. It can also help you more easily accept any learning disability. Some of the most common symptoms of learning difficulties in adults and children are: Short attention span Poor memory Difficulty following directions Inability to differentiate between or among letters or reversing letters Poor reading and/ or writing Poor coordination Disorganization Restless or easily distracted Difficulty understanding words or concepts If you have a learning disability or suspect one, you may feel alone or even embarrassed. You're neither alone nor do you have anything about which to be embarrassed. In fact, learning disabilities are very common: up to 20% of Americans have one. Understanding how normal it is to have a learning disability can help you more readily accept your learning disability. Look around a room in which you're sitting. Count ten people and say, "Two of those people have learning disabilities." Then expand this to the whole room. This can help you realize that many of the people sitting with yousome you may knowhave learning disabilities like you. Focus on others if you're feeling down about your disability. For example, say, "I don't get these instructions. Actually, Kate said she was having a hard time with them, too. Maybe she also has a learning disability. We could figure this out together!" Education specialists or psychologists can identify learning disabilities. Scheduling an appointment with either can identify your specific learning disabilities and ways to navigate them. This may help you overcome your disorder and accept it. The specialist or psychologist may: Monitor your progress Establish benchmarks for learning Explore developmental, social and school or work performance Discuss family history Test for academic achievement Assess your psychological state If you suspect or have a learning disability, schedule an appointment with your doctor. A medical examination can identify or rule out possible causes of learning disabilities. This can help you get treatment as well as accept and work with your learning disability. Give your doctor any relevant information from your own assessment or professional opinions. This can help your doctor identify possible underlying causes of your disability. Recognize that your visit may include a neurological and/ or psychiatric exam. These test for brain diseases or dysfunctions and emotional disorders.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Rinse your hair with cool water, then shampoo and condition.

Answer:
Once you've let your mask soak in, get in the shower and rinse it out with very cool water to prevent the egg from cooking in your hair. Wash your hair with warm water and a cleansing shampoo, and then conditioner it and rinse with cool water. This will help to remove all the product and revitalize your curls. Apply your mask about once a week for healthy, bouncy curls.