Q: Therapy can be beneficial for many people as they work through symptoms of depression. Therapy can help build coping skills, alter negative thought patterns, and help to discover ways to live a fulfilling life. Therapy can also help work through the frustrations of losing mobility and independence, loss, and grieving. Consider counseling for dealing with long-term illnesses or health issues that contribute to feelings of depression. Counseling is also beneficial for dealing with fears, such as death and dying. For more information, check out How to Encourage Someone to See a Therapist or How to Choose a Therapist. If you think medication may be a beneficial way to treat depression, talk to your medical practitioner or a psychiatrist. You can explain your symptoms and he or she can determine whether a depression medication is right for you. Not all medications can be mixed with other medications. Make sure you have your medical chart available and write down all current medications. If you're currently on medication, ask your medical practitioner if depression is a side effect. If so, ask if there are alternatives. ECT is sometimes used in older adults who cannot take medications for depression due to side effects or other drug interactions, or for those significantly affected by depression that cannot perform daily functions. ECT uses small currents delivered to the brain in order to create tiny seizures. These seizures can trigger rewiring of the brain, and help with severe symptoms of depression. While ECT may have some side effects, current practices use anesthesia (while past treatments did not). It is much safer than it was when first introduced as a treatment approach.
A: Talk to a psychotherapist. Ask about medication. Check out Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Q: Bacteria in your cat's mouth forms plaque, which sticks to the surface of your cat's teeth. If this bacteria-laden plaque is not removed by a good brushing, it begins to mineralize into tartar, a substance that essentially cements to the teeth and can only be removed by dental scaling at the vet's office. There are a number of conditions that can develop if you don't properly care for your cat's oral hygiene, so keep a close eye on plaque and tartar buildup. Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums which appears as a dark red line along the gum/tooth line. Just like in humans, gingivitis is a sign of poor dental health and needs to be addressed by a veterinarian before it becomes a more serious problem. This is caused when gingivitis is left untreated. Periodontitis develops deep below the gum line and infects the tooth socket. This can cause painful abscesses and loosen the teeth. When gingivitis goes untreated, painful mouth ulcers can occur. These will appear as bright red sores in the cat's mouth. Oftentimes, these ulcers will bleed. Rodent ulcers look similar to mouth ulcers, but the sore or swelling will form on the cat's upper lip. Stomatitis is an incredibly painful inflammation of the mouth. The cat will have a lot of trouble eating or even refuse to eat. The inside of the mouth will appear reddened and raw. In addition, there are a number of conditions that can develop if you don't properly care for your cat's oral hygiene. There is mounting evidence that various body organs can be affected by the bacteria and toxins which can travel from the mouth to the body via the bloodstream. Chronic inflammation in the mouth can contribute to problems, such as elevated liver enzymes, heart disease, kidney disease and diabetes.
A: Know the difference between plaque and tartar. Identify gingivitis. Know the signs of periodontitis. Look for mouth ulcers. Identify rodent ulcers. Look for signs of stomatitis. Be aware of other medical conditions.

Q: Rabbits are naturally prey animals, so they experience more stress more than other animals. This means that your wild rabbit will likely run from you if you try to approach it. Its first survival defense is to run away to a place of safety. Do not attempt to stop the rabbit from running away. This will only make it more stressed. This can lead to its death, since rabbits can suffer a heart attack or go into shock, which causes its gut to go into stasis, which will cause its starvation. In order for the rabbit to get used to you and not see you as hostile, you should decrease your height when approaching it. This will make it seem less threatening to it. If she does approach you, do not react to it at first. Sit immobile for as long as it takes, which may be hours. It may also take multiple tries over many days, as she gets used to you. If you smell like other animals that are predators of rabbits, such as dogs or cats, she may not approach you. Put on freshly washed clothes and wash your hands before going outside to ensure you don't smell like any other animal. When you are trying to get the rabbit to trust you, leave a trail of tasty food the rabbit will like to lead it towards you. This includes leafy green like arugula, dandelion leaves, and carrot slices. This will help it trust you and go towards taming it. When you are trying to tame it, talk to the rabbit in a calm, gentle, low voice. This will help soothe it and not cause extra alarm. Never shout at the rabbit or make loud noises. This will cause it to run away and hide. If you do manage to scare the rabbit, she may completely freeze. A rabbit uses this reflex to fool predators into thinking she is dead or to help it hide. If the rabbit approaches you in this manner, she is not happy to see you and does not want you to pick it up. She is actually terrified. You may be tempted and be able to pick it up in this catatonic state, but this is not a good way to help the rabbit. This will likely send it into shock and cause major problems for it. This can cause a heart attack or shock and eventual death. If you do pick it up, do not lift the rabbit in the air. Since rabbits are ground dwellers, picking it up is extremely terrifying. This can also lead to heart attack or shock for it. You may also permanently injure the rabbit's legs if you pick it up.
A: Be ready for it to run. Lie down with it. Avoid smelling like other animals. Leave a trail of food. Talk gently to it. Deal with a scared rabbit. Avoid lifting them up.

Q: Moccasins are the best option, but a simple flat, brown slip-on shoe would coordinate with the look. Basic brown suede boots would also work as long as they have a flat sole. Fur-lined or fringed boots can add some flair to your costume. If you do not expect to walk through mud puddles, you can also wear moccasin-style slippers. Simple brown sandals could also work as long as they are not embellished with other decorations. Start with a brown cloth headband that wraps around the head rather than over it. Use a hot glue gun to attach one to three feathers to the inside of the headband. Position them so they are at the side of the head and behind the ear. If you cannot find a brown wrap-around headband, cut a strip of stretchy brown fabric that is long enough to fit around the wearer's head and add an extra 1-inch (2.5-cm) to the length. Loop the strip of fabric around to create a band, using fabric glue or hot glue to secure the extra 1-inch (2.5-cm) of fabric over the other end of the band. If you want to give your headband extra flair, decorate it with wooden beads, colorful seed beads, or craft paint. If you want to add a little extra shape to your tunic, tie a braided leather sash around the wearer's waist. If you can't find a sash or belt without a buckle, cut a strip of brown leather, canvas, or brown rope that is long enough to wrap around the waist. Make sure to cut enough extra material so you can tie the belt into a loose bow at the front of the costume. A fringed leather belt can add an attractive touch to your costume too.
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Wear brown flats or boots. Create a feather headband. Add a belt, if desired.