Lifestyle

Overview Nowadays thousands of plastic products ranging from heavy-duty containers to plastic film bags are made, and the use of plastic continues to grow. According to the Beverage Marketing Corporation, U.S. water consumption from 2000 to 2005 increased over 50…
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Overview Long Beach Island, New Jersey attracts visitors with its diverse beaches, family-friendly events, adult nightlife and simplistic natural parks. During the summer, visitors flock to take advantage of its historical setting as well as many outdoor activities. Conveniently located…
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1. Encourage Tactile Stimulation You can have a lot of fun finding activities that are appropriate for tactile stimulation. A little creativity and a willingness to get on the floor and play are all that is required. In the beginning,…
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Overview When Colorado’s legislature created the state’s divorce laws, the legislators intended to create an amicable settlement to the disputes that arise between two spouses during divorce. The legislature realized that it was in the best interest of each spouse…
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“Moving too fast” in a relationship can cause discomfort and awkwardness and prevent you from making rational decisions about your future. When you meet a potential partner, and that partner quickly becomes the center of your social, economical and professional…
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In the face of soaring heating bills, many Americans have opted to turn down the thermostat and supplement their central heat source with portable space heaters. Although strategic use of portable space heaters may lower your heating bills and improve…
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A lot of confusion regards what items can and cannot be recycled, and it doesn’t help that the rules vary depending on where you live. But don’t get frustrated and simply throw away your soda bottle or peanut butter jar…
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Recycling can be a little confusing, particularly with plastic containers. They all have the chasing arrow logo and a number, but the general public doesn’t have much of a clue what those mean. Environmentalists say it deceptively indicates the container…
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Overview While the words “loneliness” and “solitude” are often used interchangeably, these are two very different concepts. Both loneliness and solitude are states of being alone; however, if you are lonely, you feel isolated and may even experience loneliness when…
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Saving water is a good idea for a number of reasons. First, it will save you money, as your water bill will get smaller. You will also be doing your part to lessen the impact on the environment and on…
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Saving water is not only good for the environment, it saves you money. The average U.S. household, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, uses 27 percent of its indoor water for toilets, 16.8 percent for the shower, 21.7…
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Overview More than 20 million people use online dating websites every month, according to Online Dating Magazine. Most people use the sites to find compatible partners to date. But the sites also attract scammers, who prey on others for money,…
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Overview All marriages are not perfect. While some couples may try to resolve their issues, sometimes that is not always possible. When all efforts have failed, it could lead to legal separation or divorce. There are situations you may want…
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Parents are concerned about the safety of baby crib mattresses. Researchers in New Zealand have determined that flame-retardant chemicals used in mattresses are the cause of sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS. Research has proven that plastics emit toxic gases,…
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Adults and children are confronted with many tough issues from terrorism and natural disasters to divorce and the death of loved ones. Grownups are often able to express their worry or grief in words, but youngsters may find it harder…
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Overview Everyone wants to be able to say they love their job and really mean it. The factors that go into making an enjoyable workplace vary widely. Of course, salary and benefits are important. But for some, a healthy, active…
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Every household should take steps to conserve water. A plentiful supply of water is important to protect the future of our planet and ensure human health and safety. In addition to protecting the water supply, water conservation reduces greenhouse gas…
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Your ecological footprint is the impact that your personal actions have on the environment. Reducing your ecological footprint requires making daily changes in everything from the type of car you drive and the way you drive it, to how often…
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The decision to end a marriage can be traumatic for both spouses, as well as children, friends and family of the divorcing couple. An important aspect of conducting a divorce is obtaining legal representation. Asking the proper questions of a…
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Solar is often touted as a “green” energy source because the only pollution it generates is the pollution that comes from the manufacture, transportation, installation and disposal of solar panels. Once a solar energy system is in place, you benefit…
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Solar power uses the sun’s radiation to generate electricity or heat for buildings. The most common solar power systems use photovoltaic cells or solar thermal arrays installed on the roof of a building, where they have direct exposure to the…
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1. Vitamin E, Moisturizing Therapy and Micro Abrasion By infusing the area around the scar tissue with moisturizer on a regular basis and utilizing systematic daily micro abrasion, you can significantly wear down scar tissue over time. This process can…
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Standard incandescent light bulbs have long been a staple in the average American home. With the push toward more energy efficient living, however, consumers now have the option to purchase energy saving fluorescent light bulbs, also known as “CFL” bulbs….
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Overview Two forms of marital separation exist: the kind where a husband and wife live separately, but this is not recognized in the eyes of the court, or a legal separation, where a legal decree of separation has been recognized…
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Overview A healthy baby is born with all of the basics necessary for sensory skills, and these skills continue to develop in the early months of his life. Some of his senses may be more mature than others, but they…
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Overview Grief means you have lost someone or something you love. Everyone’s response to loss is different, from the mental, emotional and physical effects to the duration of bereavement. There is no timetable for how long it should take, nor…
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Teens who suffer from depression are overwhelming sad, have trouble sleeping, feel hopeless and worthless, gain or lose significant amounts of weight, have difficulty concentrating and have trouble maintaining healthy relationships. Many teens who are depressed also have a low…
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Overview A backyard swimming pool offers fun and fitness for family and friends. But it’s also a magnet for accidents if you aren’t careful. It can be especially dangerous for young children or those who can’t swim. But by following…
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Overview Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross published a paper about the “Five Stages of Grief” in 1969, providing a universal tool for understanding what grief is and how to cope with it. More than four decades later, Kubler-Ross’s work in this field…
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A newborn baby sleeps approximately 16 hours a day, but the Mayo Clinic states that these hours are not all at once. In fact, your newborn may only sleep for a couple of hours at a time and not develop…
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