With the advance of technology, electronics have become an essential part of our lives. Children are born into a world of technology. They can not fathom life without it. From televisions to computers, children are receiving a great deal of cognitive stimulation. They are less inclined to toss a ball, jump rope, play tag, or engage in some physical activity on a daily basis. Although technology is helping to stimulate the mind, keeping the body...more
Fluoride has been one the most important breakthroughs in preventative dental care in the entire history of general dentistry. It occurs naturally in the earth's crust and is present in almost all ground water to some degree.However, fluoride does not occur in sufficient natural quantities to protect teeth from decay. Many cities in the United States now add it to city water in order to raise it to levels that will help prevent tooth...more
It is not very uncommon to see withdrawn and shy kids in schools. These kids are aloof and somewhat indifferent to other children. Most likely, these kids seem unhappy because they are being bullied at school. Being bullied can be a total nightmare for any child. Although bullying can also be experienced by adults, this kind of social act frequently happens among kids or adolescents. Define bullyingBullying is different from an innocent teasing of a classmate, friend, or a sibling. Mere teasing is not harmful when done in a humorous or in an unintentional way. However, when teasing becomes extreme to the point that it is hurtful and turns into a habit on the part of the teaser, this act is then considered bullying. Generally, bullying is the purposeful or intentional act of an individual to verbally, physically, or psychologically torment another person. This act may be in the form of threatening, mocking, hitting, name-calling, and even soliciting money from the poor victim. Reasons why kids bullyThere are a number of reasons why kids bully their classmates or siblings. One of the major reasons for bullying others is...more
Some of the most challenging moments for any high school teacher may be handling disruptive teenagers. During the teen years, rebellion and finding one's self are the preoccupations of the masses - and this often results in a classroom filled with hormone-fueled bad boys and girls. Disciplining the teenager is a real challenge because they are no...more
Plastic surgery is not just popular among adult men and women. Many teenagers are also undergoing cosmetic treatments such as breast augmentation and rhinoplasty to ear reshaping and BOTOX injections. While most doctors recommend that plastic surgery patients are at least 18 years of age, some doctors will perform treatment on younger patients....more
Vinyl siding eventually needs to be cleaned. Weather, neighborhood kids throwing balls and shooting BB guns, tree limbs banging during storms and a multitude of other natural and man-made siding disasters occur. Though the obvious damage catches your immediate attention you may not notice smaller vinyl siding repairs that need to be made until you're cleaning your siding.Vinyl Siding Repair Inspection ChecklistDon't overlook the details while you're scrubbing and power spraying. Here's what you need to check.Vinyl siding panels. The most obvious damage will be on the long horizontal panels. Check them from the foundation all the way up to the soffit. Look for dents, cracks and loose pieces. Panels will sometimes inexplicably shift sideways and leave gaps between sections. Check for panels that are loose and not firmly connected to the wall. Vinyl soffit panels. Look up as you go. Make sure your soffit is all there and hasn't blown away. Check for drooping spots, insect nests and apparent water damage that indicates a water routing problem or at worst a leaking roof. Undersill trim. This is easily overlooked. Undersill trim is the horizontal piece bordering the top vinyl siding...more
Are you alarmed about your child's seemingly disrespectful behavior towards you and other authority figures? You may be perplexed because you're not sure if the behavior is really disrespect or if it's the child's way of expressing...more
The rise of false accusations of abuse in child custody proceedings is very disturbing. Courts often choose to "err on the side of caution," and refuse to grant custody to the accused parent. Sometimes, the accused parent cannot even obtain parenting...more
When you are in a lot of debt it might be hard to put food on the table. With all the different bills that have to be paid for, sometimes you are required to pick and choose--food this week, the mortgage the next. But in America, when people have...more
The birth of a new born is a miracle of life. A baby brings with it joy and happiness in our world which cannot be compared to anything. If your friend or a family member recently had a baby boy then you cannot wait to buy him something. Searching...more
Getting a child or a toddler dressed can sometimes be an ordeal. This article offer some tips to help carers and parents make this activity smooth and free from conflict.Should a parent or carer give the child choices regarding what to...more
Why does a child need and benefit from a daily routine?By having a daily routine running in your household your child will have a structure that will help them to focus and discipline their lives. If they do not have a daily routine they will not be...more