Problem: Article: During a depressive episode, it may be hard for the person to accomplish large goals, so setting small manageable goals may help. Accomplishing a small goal may also help the person feel better. For example, if the person is complaining that she needs to clean her whole house, then you might suggest just tackling something small like a coat closet or bathroom. When someone is depressed, it may be tempting to turn to negative coping mechanisms, such as alcohol, isolating oneself, or not taking medications. Instead, try to encourage the person to use positive coping mechanisms. For example, you can suggest calling their therapist, doing a little exercise, or engaging in a hobby when a depressive mood strikes. Encouraging the person during depressive phases will help them to know that someone there cares. Make sure that you avoid making promises or relying on clichés when you encourage your friend or the person.  For example, don’t say, “Everything will be fine,” “It’s all in your head,” or “When life give you lemons, make lemonade!”  Instead, say things like, “I care about you,” “I am here for you,” “You are a good person and I am happy that you are in my life.” During depressive phases, the person may prefer to stay in bed, isolate themselves, or just watch TV all day. Do your best to help the person establish a daily routine so that they always have something to do. For example, you might establish a time for your the person to get up and shower, a time to go get the mail, a time to take a walk, and time to do something fun, like reading a book or playing a game. During depressive phases, people are more prone to thoughts of suicide. Make sure that you take any comments about suicide seriously. If the person is acting suicidal or indicating that they have plans to kill themselves and/or harm others, then call emergency services for help. Do not try to deal with someone who is suicidal or violent on your own.
Summary: Suggest working towards a small goal. Encourage positive strategies for dealing with depression. Provide genuine encouragement. Try to establish a routine. Watch for signs that the person may be suicidal.

Problem: Article: Your hair will be softer near the end of your shower, so it is better to hold off on shaving until then. To moisten the hair on your face, try washing your face with warm water first or give yourself a hot towel treatment. To give yourself a hot towel treatment, take a towel or washcloth and hold it under warm to hot running water until it is saturated. Then, wring out the excess water and place the towel over your face. Leave the towel on your face for about five minutes. Shaving cream can also help to soften up your hair and reduce the chance that an ingrown hair will form. Try leaving a layer of shaving cream on your hair for a few minutes before you start to shave. Giving yourself a close shave puts you at risk of developing ingrown hairs, so it is best to avoid using heavy pressure when you shave. Try to apply light pressure and avoid pulling your skin taut when you shave. You may have grown up shaving "against the grain," but this can cause ingrown hairs that result in pimples. Shave in the same direction as your hair grows (usually, downward) to help prevent ingrown pimples. Always use a sharp razor, and use as few strokes as possible. Electric razors may also help to reduce your chances of developing ingrown pimples. Just make sure that you do not use the close shave setting on your razor and avoid pressing the razor into your skin. You should also use your electric razor on wet skin only to reduce the chance of developing ingrown pimples. Chemical depilatory creams can also reduce the risk of ingrown pimples. Just keep in mind that these products can cause irritation as well, so it is best to test it on a small area of your skin before using it on a larger area. Make sure you choose a product that is appropriate for the area of your body that you want to use it on. For example, use only facial depilatories on your face.
Summary: Shave after you shower. Use shaving cream. Apply light pressure. Shave in the direction of hair growth. Get an electric razor. Use a chemical hair remover.

Problem: Article: There are many different types of soft lenses to meet your needs. Generally speaking, a soft lens is easier to adjust to than a rigid gas permeable lens. Soft lenses also tend to be more comfortable, especially when worn for prolonged periods of time.  Extended wear lenses — Can be worn overnight and left in continuously for up to seven days without removing them. In addition, Air Optix Night and Days are FDA approved for up to 30 days overnight wear.  Planned replacement lenses — Should not be worn overnight. Must be replaced regularly, usually every two weeks, four weeks, or 12 weeks. Silicone-based lenses — These lenses are highly breathable and prevent deposits from accumulating. This can result in a more comfortable lens with less risk of irritation, especially if you suffer from dry eyes.  Colored soft lenses — These soft lenses are colored with a tint. The tint may be functional (making it easier to find a lost lens) without altering the color of your eye, or it may be cosmetic, giving you a different eye color than your natural color. Though soft lenses are generally preferable for extended wear, they do not have the longevity that a rigid gas permeable lens has; however, there are some options as far as how long you can reuse a lens before it needs to be replaced.  Daily disposable lenses — These lenses will cost more money due to the frequency at which they are disposed of; however, changing your lenses on a daily basis carries the lowest risk of infection. These lenses are a good choice for people with dry eyes or are prone to allergies as deposits and allergens have less time to build up because you have a new lens each day. Two week/monthly disposable lenses — These are slightly less expensive than daily disposables, and still help reduce the risk of infection by using new lenses every few weeks. Some disposable soft lenses can even be replaced every three months, though you should always defer to your optometrist's advice. Many people choose contact lenses because contacts can be worn during sports without the risk of damage that eyeglasses carry. If you engage in outdoor sports, or if you generally spend a lot of time in the sun, you may want to consider talking to your optometrist about soft lenses with UV protection.  It's important to note that not all soft lenses provide UV protection, though many do. Talk to your optometrist about your options if UV protection is a factor in your decision. Full eye protection is important and UV protection in contacts only protects part of the eye. The rest of the eye should be protected too, so you should still wear sunglasses outdoors even if your contacts provide UV protection. For many people, soft lenses are more comfortable than rigid gas permeable lenses and better meet their needs; however, soft lenses usually don't correct vision as well as rigid lenses. There are some other disadvantages that are worth considering.  Soft lenses tend to absorb environmental pollutants more easily than rigid lenses. If you are around smoke or airborne particles on a regular basis, you may want to talk to your optometrist to determine if soft lenses would pose a problem. In addition to environmental pollutants, soft lenses also tend to soak up irritants from your hands, including lotion and hand soap. Washing your hands before handling lenses can reduce this risk, though it will not eliminate the chances of absorption. Because of their soft, porous nature, these contact lenses are much more fragile than rigid lenses. As a result, they may rip or tear more easily (though they are meant to be replaced more frequently).
Summary:
Learn the different soft lens options. Decide on a lens duration. Determine whether UV protection is important. Know the disadvantages of soft lenses.