Q: Getting your testosterone levels tested is a simple blood test. Your doctor will likely want to perform the test early in the morning because that's when your testosterone levels are highest. Wear a short-sleeved shirt when you go for the test so the technician who draws your blood will have easier access to your veins. When your blood is collected, you'll feel a quick pinprick on your skin. You may have some bruising on your arm around the injection site. However, this usually goes away after a couple of days. Your blood sample will be sent to a lab and analyzed. You'll likely find out the results of the test in a few days. If your testosterone is low, a vitamin deficiency might be to blame. Vitamin deficiencies can also cause other health problems. Your doctor can test your vitamin levels. You might also want to keep a food diary so you can analyze the nutrients you're getting from food. Your doctor can go over your food diary with you and recommend changes that will ensure you're getting adequate nutrition from your food. They might also refer you to a nutritionist. Generally, your body absorbs vitamins better from food than from a supplement. However, if you're significantly deficient in a particular nutrient, supplements may be the best way to improve your levels. It can take some time for changes to your diet and lifestyle to have an effect on your testosterone levels. Don't expect these changes to make a noticeable difference within a few weeks. However, if you've been living a healthy lifestyle for several months and your testosterone levels are still low, your doctor may want to put you on testosterone replacement therapy. With this therapy, you're essentially given testosterone. There are several different delivery methods used, including a skin patch, swallowing capsules, and injections. Your doctor may recommend a particular delivery method for you based on your condition.
A: Get your testosterone levels tested if you're worried they're low. Test your vitamin levels for deficiencies that can affect your testosterone. Talk to your doctor if natural approaches aren't working.

Q: Most moody teens are simply struggling with the many changes they are experiencing in their lives. Occasionally, however, teens experience more serious anger. If you recognize any of these signs of dangerous anger, immediately contact a mental health professional: Cries for help -- statements that your child intends to do some sort of harm. Extreme identification with one group or affiliation. If your teen expresses a desire to "go to war" with other groups, he's crossed the border into dangerous thinking. Complete lack of communication. It's normal to struggle to communicate well with your teenage child, but the situation has become dangerous if your child stops talking to you or her peers altogether. This is a sign of serious alienation. Violence. Pay attention to behaviors such as hitting or vandalism, as these behaviors can escalate. Dropping out, not only from school but from activities your child formerly enjoyed. It's one thing for your child to reach high school and decide he's tired of playing soccer, but a teenager who stops identifying with others altogether may become capable of doing them harm. Substance abuse, especially combined with any of the above behaviors. Remember that substance abuse can include misuse of common household items such as "sniffing" glue or stealing prescription drugs from your medicine cabinet. Watch for the following signs that your child needs treatment for depression: A depressed mood or feelings of sadness most of the time. Near-total lack of energy. Lack of interest or motivation. An inability to enjoy activities that he used to enjoy. Withdrawal from family or friends. Feelings of anger, irritability, or anxiety. An inability to concentrate. Significant changes in weight (loss or gain). Significant changes in sleep patterns, from insomnia to sleeping all the time. Feelings of guilt or lack of worth. Thoughts of death or suicide. Failing grades at school. The form of action you take will depend upon the gravity of your concerns. If you're concerned your child is engaging in destructive behavior short of dangerous anger or depression, approach her with information rather than a challenge. Provide literature and Web links. Doing so demonstrates respect and regard for his ability to make better decisions in the future. If you are concerned your child may be a danger to herself or others, seek help immediately. Contact your doctor, a mental health professional, or your child's school counselor.
A: Learn to differentiate moody behavior from dangerous anger. Recognize when your child is suffering from depression. Take action when you have serious concerns.

Q: Understanding where your dislike of the person comes from can help you avoid specific situations that may exacerbate your feelings. Ask yourself both, "What do I dislike about this person?" and "Why do those traits or behaviors bother me?" Consider whether those traits truly impact you. For example, if you find a coworker or peer to be arrogant, think about whether their attitude truly has a negative impact on you. Do they take credit for your work, for example? Or do they simply have trait you do not like? Make a concerted effort to not focus on traits that do not have a direct impact on you. Remind yourself, "This person's actions do not have any impact on me and it is not worth my time to negatively focus on them." Calm yourself by taking a deep breath and refocusing your attention away from that individual. Breathe in slowly for a count of three, hold your breath for two seconds, and breathe out for another three count. As you breathe, focus your attention back on your own goals and challenges for the day, and let that other person slip from your thoughts. Repeat the cycle as necessary throughout the day to help you keep calm. Do not sacrifice professional or academic priorities to avoid this person. However when the situation doesn't necessitate interaction, keep calm by simply disconnecting from the conversation. You may opt to not pick up the phone or respond to that person's email or text message at that time. Do make an effort to respond eventually when you have a clear head. If you must interact with this person on occasion, it is best to be polite. Do not lie or make excuses about why you waited to respond. Simply say, "I apologize that it took me so long to respond," and continue with your message. When you dislike someone, it can be easy to further upset yourself by trying to find things to dislike about the person. Remind yourself that you have the option to stay neutral regarding that person's actions or decisions. Do not let your dislike turn into a grudge. When you find yourself looking for more reasons to dislike this person, remind yourself that it is alright to not connect with someone, but it only hurts you to find other things that bother you. Keep your calm in the long term by simply addressing what you dislike directly if you think it can be resolved. If you dislike someone because they treated you poorly at some point, for example, let them know, "I would like to talk about this situation so that we can put it behind us." When you speak with this person, try to avoid accusing them or casting blame. Instead, stick to statements regarding facts and your own feelings. Rather than saying, "You tried to hurt me down by asking me to leave," let them know, "It was hurtful when you asked me to leave because I was excited about this activity, as well." Allow the other person to share their thoughts and feelings on the situation as well. Understand that your perception of the situation might not reflect their perception or intentions. Leave your mind open to hearing their side of the story, as well. Agree upon a resolution. Perhaps you want to be friends now. Perhaps you don't want to socialize, but you will agree to stop saying hurtful things about one another. Find a solution that works for you and the other person, and agree on it once you feel you have addressed the underlying issue.
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Evaluate your dislike. Take a breath. Disconnect yourself. Stay neutral. Resolve your dislike.