Problem: Article: . The savior and white knight often jumps from relationship to relationship, “rescuing” the helpless or damaged. If this describes you, it may be time to take a hiatus from relationships. If you are not in a long-term or committed relationship, take some time to enjoy being single and nurturing your own needs.  Spending some time single can help you gain more awareness into your compulsive helping/rescuing tendencies. It can also give you time to explore the parts of yourself that trigger this habit. You may want to set an amount of time that you remain single to help you keep this goal. For example, you might want to give yourself six months. During this time, set goals for your self-improvement. Compulsive helpers often allow their efforts to fix others to prevent them from doing any personal development of their own. What’s more, by viewing yourself as a savior you develop unrealistic goals that eventually wear away at your self-esteem. By creating realistic goals, you can rebuild.   Select a goal for yourself that allows you to focus only on you. This might include anything from losing weight to writing a novel. Make it a  SMART goal, which is specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound. You might say, “I want to lose 15 pounds in 10 weeks.” Then, map out how you will achieve this goal: “I will eat a serving of vegetables at every meal. I will exercise 5 days per week. I will drink only water.” Run through your goals with another person. They may be able to tell if you if the goals are realistic or not. They may also be able to give you ideas to achieve your goals. Individuals with a savior complex frequently dedicate all their time and energy to others, placing them in dire need of self-care. Balance your excessive helping of others by doing something nice for yourself. Create a routine that includes various nurturing activities.  You might create a  soothing nighttime ritual to help you sleep better. Adopt a new exercise habit such as running or yoga. Get your hair or nails done weekly. Or, simply run a warm bath and listen to relaxing music. Pour back into yourself. Ask a friend or family member to be an accountability partner. This is a person who will check in and make sure you're following through with your self-care. Ask them to check in with you often.
Summary: Be single Set objective goals for yourself. Create a self-care toolbox.

Problem: Article: You can type up your permission slips using a program like Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or Pages. For most cases, use a clear and standard font such as Times New Roman or Arial in size 11 or 12. Answer all the questions that pertain to the specific activity. These could include: who, what, when, where, why, how much, as well as the means of transportation. This information, which summarizes the trip, should be at the top of the document. Here is an example of how these questions can be answered in the permission slip:  Who: Mrs. Tucker’s English class What: The class will be taking a trip to the Alberta Street Library. When: 8:30 am - 11:30 am, Friday, May 10th, 2019 Where: The Alberta Street Library Why: The class will be going to take a tour of the library. Cost: No cost Means of Transportation: We will take a school bus. Include the contact information for your school so they can be contacted with any questions. You need to have a statement where the parent or guardian writes that they give permission for their child to take the trip. Here is an example of this line: I, (parent or guardian’s name), give permission for my child, (child’s name), to attend the field trip to (location of field trip) with (organization or adult’s name who is leading the trip). If a child has specific allergies or a medical condition, or if the trip is over an extended period of time, include space for the parent or guardian to give information about allergies and medical conditions. Write this as, “Relevant Allergies/Medical Conditions:_________.” Create a line for an emergency contact phone number on the slip. This is the person that can be called if something happens to the child and their parent or guardian can't be reached. You can write "Emergency Contact Name: _________" and "Emergency Contact Phone Number: _________." Perhaps the most important part of the permission slip is the parent or guardian’s signature. At the bottom of all the information about the trip, the parent or guardian needs to sign the paper! Write “Parent or Guardian Signature: _________” at the bottom of the slip.
Summary: Use a word-processing program on your computer. Include all of the relevant details for the activity. Create a line for the parent or guardian to give explicit permission. Include space for medical details. Add an emergency contact option. Ask for the parent or guardian's signature.

Problem: Article: Neurodermatitis is a skin condition characterized by chronic itching and compulsive scratching and can be caused by stress or over-scratching an initial irritation, which now remains itchy due to the repeated scratching. The repeated scratching and picking at the same area can create thick, scaly skin that itches even more. Signs of neurodermatitis include patches of red, scaly, or leathery skin and the inability to prevent yourself from scratching the same spot on your body. Reducing the amount that your skin itches can help you break the itch-scratch cycle that causes neurodermatitis. Pick up some over-the-counter antihistamines from your local pharmacy and take them as directed to get rid of the itch that compels you to scratch. Topical hydrocortisone creams can provide a similar soothing effect. Soft and comfortable clothes won’t make your skin itchy, which will help reduce your urge to scratch. Choose well-fitting cotton clothes that also allows your skin to breath so you don’t sweat. It can be hard to resist the urge to scratch the affected area when you’re asleep. Cut your fingernails short and wear gloves at night to prevent damage while sleeping. You can also bandage the area with a soft material to prevent you from scratching while you sleep. Use moisturizing creams and lotions to keep your skin hydrated so it can heal and won’t be as painful or itchy. Add 1/2 cup (40 g) of uncooked oatmeal to your lukewarm baths to soothe and hydrate your skin. Moisturize your skin immediately after you bathe or shower. Remember to pat yourself dry with a towel, don’t rub or abrade your skin further. If you aren’t able to control your scratching and your skin is really inflamed or painful, talk to your doctor about other treatment options. They may be able to recommend strategies or medications you can use to relieve your symptoms and control your scratching. They can also refer you to a therapist who can help you manage your scratching. A few possible treatment options include:  Psychotherapy Stress-relief techniques or anti-anxiety treatments Corticosteroids Light therapy Botulinum (Botox) therapies Anti-inflammatories
Summary:
Look for dry skin and a scratching compulsion to identify neurodermatitis. Take an oral antihistamine to help reduce itchiness. Wear soft cotton clothing to minimize irritation. Protect your skin from overnight scratching. Keep the affected area well moisturized. Consult a physician about further treatment if your symptoms get worse.