Many expenses come from having a child, but some of these expenses can be offset in the form of additional exemptions, deductions and credits when you file your taxes. Certain rules surround the definition of a child for tax purposes,…
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Overview Several everyday products can be recycled, and most notably, they are plastic, glass, aluminum and paper. Some of these products are easier to recycle than others, but all provide environmental benefits when recycled. Glass and aluminum can be recycled…
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When getting water is as easy as turning on the faucet, it can be difficult to remember that the Earth’s drinking water supply is small. About 1 percent of the earth’s water supply is drinkable, according to Evergreen State College….
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Through bankruptcy an individual or company can obtain legal debt relief by seeking help through the U.S. court system. Bankruptcy protects the filer from creditor lawsuits and allows the individual or company to discharge high amounts of debt or repay…
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Traditional Chinese medicines and herbal remedies have been and are still used not only in China but countries around the world to treat a variety of medical conditions and symptoms, including joint and muscle pain. Pain caused by injury, arthritis…
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Overview Healthy babies follow a pretty predictable timeline advancing through the stages of development. Most books will tell you exactly what your baby will be doing and when. Still, there is a fairly contentious debate surrounding a parent’s role in…
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Death can be a scary experience for a child or teenager. The finality of most grieving rituals, including funerals and wakes, may not soothe away your youth’s grief over losing someone she loved. She may need more time to grieve…
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Overview Divorce laws in Arizona are found in Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 12. These statutory provisions govern all aspects of marriage dissolution in Arizona, including establishing the two divorce options available to residents of the state. In addition, Arizona Revised…
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Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are small light sources that can be used in a variety of lighting applications. According to “The New York Times,” LEDs are about five times as efficient as compact fluorescent bulbs and last up to 10 times…
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Manerix, the brand name for moclobemide, is a prescription medication indicated to reduce symptoms associated with depression, a mental health disorder. This medication is part of a class of drugs called monoamine oxidase inhibitors or MAOIs, which work by limiting…
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Indoor air quality can be an important issue, especially for individuals with allergies, asthma or other concerns that make breathing in contaminants dangerous. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, one of the top five health risks stemming from the environment…
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Asian medicinal herbs are those heavily relied upon herbal remedies in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Asian society. Traditional Asian herbal remedies have been employed for centuriess to treat a variety of ailments. Today many clinical trials are testing and…
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Overview “Where have all the good men gone?” It’s a popular question on girls’ night out, around the coffee pot at work and especially when you are alone at night, wondering if he will call you for a second date….
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Bloodroot is a native American flower also known as Indian pain and Tetterwort. Various parts of the flower have long been used by Native American cultures to create insect repellents, sedatives and tonics. Today, some modern medications contain some form…
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Overview Aluminum is the material that holds soft drinks, makes gutters to drain the rain off of roofs, and is the main material used to build cars. Because it is used so frequently, it is important to know how to…
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Overview Herbs have been used for health for thousands of years. According to herbalist David Hoffmann in his book “The New Holistic Herbal,” herbs are used alongside acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine and in the Ayurvedic system of healing in…
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Clove oil is derived from the buds of an evergreen tree that is cultivated in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, parts of Africa and Brazil. The active ingredient in clove oil is eugenol. Eugenol is used in dentistry as…
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Overview Mortgage rates can fluctuate on a daily basis due to demand, changes in the Federal Reserve discount rate and prevailing economic conditions. Track mortgage rates when you are looking for a new home loan, or want to refinance your…
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Self esteem can be very volatile during adolescence. This can be a turbulent time where children develop physically at different rates. Much of a teenager’s self esteem can be influenced by performance in school and his relation to other children….
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Overview After the grounds for divorce are substantiated, the remainder of the divorce process is primarily resolving how to sever the marriage relationship before an official divorce decree is entered. The issue of child custody can be one of the…
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Overview Divorce is never really “easy.” After all, it represents the failure of a marriage and the breakup of a family. But some divorces are easier than others. If the spouses can put aside their emotions and come to an…
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If you’re concerned about your impact on the environment, conserving water is one way to make a difference. Small changes to your daily routine can have a big environmental impact. When you choose to conserve water, you can reduce your…
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Overview Defining “patchouli” requires more than simply consulting a dictionary, because the term means many things to many people. At its simplest, patchouli is a variety of plant. However, its fragrant leaves can be processed to produce an essential oil…
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Overview Children with cancer have emotional needs that require just as much attention as their physical needs. Young cancer patients experience fear, anxiety, depression and other emotions associated with serious chronic illnesses. Some medical facilities offer art therapy programs for…
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If you are one of those people who keep saying you’re incredibly stressed out and run down by all the demands placed upon your time and your life but, you just don’t have time to try a new “stress reduction”…
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The penalties for violating court orders are significant, including those associated with a failure to pay court ordered child support. Despite some minimal variations from one state to another, all jurisdictions in the U.S. provide a variety of sanctions imposed…
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The digestive system performs the vital function of breaking down large particles of food into molecules that the body then uses for nourishment and energy. The entire digestive tract consists of the mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine,…
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Basic child visitation laws and rights are similar in all U.S. states. These laws establish the circumstances in which a non-custodial parent is entitled to and denied visitation–or parenting time–with her minor child. The statutes also include provisions for enforcement…
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Overview Your credit score is used by lenders to determine whether you qualify as a good or bad risk when it comes to borrowing money. Lenders may use several types of credit scores, including FICO scores, which were developed by…
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Patchouli essential oil is extracted from the dry and fermented leaves of the patchouli shrub. This shrub grows in parts of India, Indonesia, China, Malaysia and the Philippines. It is believed by some natural health practitioners that patchouli oil has…
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