Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Gather your supplies. Locate where to measure your dog's girth. Measure your dog's girth. Write down the measurement. Locate where to measure your dog's length. Measure your dog's length. Write down the measurement.

Answer: Since you'll be measuring the dog's girth and length, you'll need a measuring tape, pencil, and paper. It may also help to have someone assist you in holding the dog steady while you take the measurements. Have plenty of treats available that you can use to reward your dog and encourage him to hold still. Get your dog to stand up so that you can measure the circumference around his ribcage (the girth). Try to measure the widest part of the dog's chest, which is generally located just behind the points of the elbows. Ask a friend to feed your dog treats by holding the treat just above your dog's nose. This will get your dog standing as tall as possible. Hold one end of the measuring tape on your dog's spine, just behind his shoulders. Roll the free end of the tape down along his side until it reaches the bottom of the widest point of the ribcage. Wrap the tape underneath the rib cage and back over the opposite side of the body to join the tape where you started. Make sure the tape is snug, but not tight against the skin. The widest point of the rib cage is just behind the front legs behind the points of the elbows. This is equivalent to the part of the elbow a person leans on, when resting her elbows on a desk. Once you've wrapped the measuring tape accurately around your dog's girth, write down the final measurement. Use the measurement you see at the point where the free end of the measuring tape touches the beginning edge. Get your dog to stand upright in order to measure the length of your dog's body between the base of the neck and beginning of the tail. Your friend may want to feed treats to your dog to encourage him to stand upright. Place the beginning edge of the measuring tape at the base of the neck, where it joins the shoulders (the nape of the neck). Extend the free end of the measuring tape along the length of the spine until it reaches the base of the tail. If you are not certain where this is, it helps to visualise where you want the coat to sit around the dog's neck and measure from that point to the base of the tail, since this is the length of coat you wish to purchase. Once you've extended the measuring tape across your dog's spine, use the number you see where the free end of the measuring tape touches the base of the tail. This is your dog's length measurement.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Talk to your doctor. Learn about rehab. Be honest with yourself. Try rehab.

Answer: Although it can be embarrassing to admit to using prescription drugs illegally, you should talk to your doctor about the best approach for safely getting off of a prescription drug that was not prescribed to you. Keep in mind that doctors hear about all sorts of problems and bodily concerns every day; this is routine for them, it is just a part of their job, so you should not feel embarrassed. If you are worried about bringing it up because you are taking the prescription drug illegally, try speaking in hypotheticals. For example, you could start the conversation by asking "if I were on a prescription drug illegally, would you be able to help me get off of it safely? Or would you be able to point me into the direction of some helpful resources?" Look into checking yourself into a drug rehabilitation facility as a way to get yourself off of a psychiatric drug. Do your research to find the right facility for you. Some rehab centers specialize in treating people addicted to certain drugs, so you should find a facility that suits your needs. In addition, there are both inpatient and outpatient rehab facilities. It is also very important to talk to your doctor about what type of rehab you would benefit the most from. Inpatient (i.e., residential) programs last at least 28 days. They are a good choice if you have tried, on your own or through outpatient care, to get off drugs before but failed. They are a good choice if you are in need of detoxification (the safe, supervised withdrawal from using a drug). Outpatient programs provide more freedom to patients. This is a good choice if you are unable to get time off of work or need to be around consistently for commitments to family. This option is less ideal for you if you are really struggling with self-control, however, given that you will be left to your own devices and could return to using the drug you are trying to stop taking. Both types of programs will involve treatment options that include therapy, which may involve a group therapy component; however, inpatient programs are often more tailored to the individual since they involve living in the facility. Keep in mind that if you are addicted to a psychiatric drug, you may be biased in your assessment of whether inpatient or outpatient care would best suit your needs. Ask your doctor, and consult with a trusted family member, friend, or loved one to help you make this decision, as they will most likely have less biased views than you. To help yourself be honest, try asking yourself what kind of treatment you need when you are at your calmest and least stressed, and, if applicable to you, when you are least feeling pangs of withdrawal from the psychiatric drug you are addicted to. Keep in mind that your decision to try a specific kind of rehab program should be based on your doctor's recommendation (most importantly) and family's suggestions for the kind of help they think you need and would benefit the most from. Take your rehabilitation very seriously; give it your best attempt. If you feel that you are wavering in your resolve to stay the course, keep in mind that, like a rough sea eventually calms, it is often the case that so, too, do the negative symptoms associated with discontinuation from psychiatric drug use.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Find your ideal homework routine. Break up your work time. Study material in chunks. Keep track of your long-term assignments on your calendar.

Answer: Designate a study space, and keep it clean and pleasant. If you like sitting there, you'll enjoy your homework time more. Make it a habit to get your homework done at the same time every day. For instance, you might come home, relax for half an hour, and then start your assignments. Experiment at first to see what time works best for you. For instance, do you come home from school full of energy? This might be a great time to study. Do you come home exhausted and perk up after dinner? As long as you don't stay up too late, you might do better studying in the evenings. You can probably concentrate well for about 45 minutes, but it may be a little shorter. Instead of trying to finish all your work in one go, plan a 15 minute break every 45 minutes. Be totally focused when you do work: if your attention wanders, tell yourself, "Wait till the break!" Always take your break, even if you didn't get as much done as you'd hoped. Stand up and move around during your breaks. If you need to learn a lot of new material, break it down into chunks. For instance, if you have 20 words in German you need to learn, break the list down into kinds of words, and memorize them a few at a time. For a big exam, break up the material you need to study and write a study schedule. Try to study 20-45 minutes a day over the course of a few weeks. Never cram for an exam! The night before a test, just rest. Unlike in elementary school, in middle school you will be in charge of working on papers and presentations over time. You may also have tests that determine a lot of your grade. Plan ahead for big assignments by writing reminders in your planner the weeks before they are due. Write down what you need to accomplish each day to be prepared. For a big paper, for instance, you may need to research at the library on one day, write an outline another day, and then spend an hour or two every day for the rest of the week writing the rough draft and the final draft.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Know that you have a choice. Decide if you believe the reasons. Understand that keeping a secret may cause extra stress. Strive for acceptance.

Answer:
Your feelings are just as valid as your partner's. If you are uncomfortable or unhappy with keeping the relationship a secret, understand that you don't have to stay in it. Don't sacrifice your happiness for someone else who doesn't consider your feelings. To get some perspective, talk to a trusted friend about what you are feeling. You might say, "Hey, I wanted to talk with someone about my relationship with Brandy. Will you listen?" Trust is one of the most important factors in a relationship. If you don't believe that what your partner is saying is the actual truth, then it may be time to move on. Your gut instinct is often right, but make sure to fairly assess the situation in its entirety before making any big decisions. Be mindful of your own insecurities and fears that may have carried over from previous relationship experiences. Don't let those affect your current relationship and the decisions you make. Discuss your doubts with your partner. Tell them what your fears and worries are and if they aren't able to make you feel better with what they say, then this may not be a relationship in which you should stay. Start the conversation with something like, "I really care about you and I like being with you, but I'm concerned. Can you explain why you want to keep us a secret?" Keeping a relationship a secret may be exciting at first, but over time, it could become a problem. You may not want to keep the charade going, which could lead to you feeling jealous, depressed, lonely, and insecure. Feeling like this in a new relationship usually isn't a good start. Reach out to a school counselor or another trusted adult to talk about what you're feeling. Discussing the matter with an impartial third party can help you clarify what you want and decide on what you want to do about it. If you have surveyed your partner's reasoning and decided that you trust them, then the next step is to move forward with love and acceptance. Honor your partner's wishes and know that keeping your relationship private--for the right reasons--does not detract from you building a healthy, satisfying union. In some situations, keeping a relationship secret is for the best until you decide where it's going or make a more serious commitment. Meanwhile, think of your secret relationship as something precious that the world can't yet know about.