Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Be friendly and approachable. Join an extracurricular activity. Open up your friendship circle.

Answer: Though you may not be used to being around boys, remember they are people just like you. Casual greetings and small talk can go a long way! Don’t get too discouraged if boys don’t always respond positively. Boys are stereotyped at a young age, and are taught to be "manly", so it may take more time for a boy to warm up to you. Remember that if boys are rude to you when you are just being friendly, it says a lot more about them than it does about you. Boy-girl friendships are most likely to occur outside of school so take this as an opportunity to pursue something you like and hopefully find some new friends in the process! Find an activity that you genuinely enjoy. For example, join an intramural soccer team if you like playing soccer, but don’t do it just to meet boys! Boys are everywhere and, though there is a stereotype that they're only interested in sports, they have a wide range of interests too. So join a movie club or volunteer at the local animal shelter. Chances are, there will be at least a couple boys there who are interested in the same thing and you’ll be able to bond over a genuine shared interest. See if any of your other girl friends are also interested in becoming friends with boys and invite them to do simple things, such as sitting together to eat lunch. After all, there’s no law saying that friend groups need to be divided by gender. If your girl friends ask you why you want to be friends with boys, explain that you are looking for platonic friendships. After all, boys make up about half the human population, so you are all going to need to learn how to interact with them in a healthy and positive manner sooner or later!


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Fill out form DS-82. Attach the passport photo to the application. Provide your old passport and any documentation of a name change. Include a check or money order made out to the “United States Department of State. Mail the application with your documents through the United States Postal Service (USPS). Receive your passport in 6-8 weeks.

Answer: On the first page, there will be a checklist with a series of conditions for renewing your passport by mail. If you answer “no” to any of these, you must apply in person. Read the instructions on pages 1-3 carefully before filling out the form.  Make sure to check the box on this form stating whether you want a passport book, card, or both. You will need to provide your name, address, Social Security Number, and other identifying information. You can find the form here: https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds82.pdf There is a box on the application for the passport photo. Attach the photo with 4 staples as close to the edge of the photo as possible. The box will show you where to put the staples. Do not use glue or tape to attach your photo. You must include your most recent passport with your application. Furthermore, if you have changed your name since your last passport, include documentation of this change. Documentation includes a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or a name-change document from a court.  You do not need proof of citizenship or a copy of your ID with your renewal. Your old passport will count as both for you. If your old passport is badly damaged or lost, you must apply in person. ” Do not send cash, as it will not be accepted. On the front of the check or money order, make sure that your name or the name of the applicant is clearly written in the memo line. As of 2018, the fees for renewing are:  Passport book: $110 Passport card: $30 Passport book and card: $140 Only the USPS can deliver your passport renewal application to the proper PO box. Get certified mail so that you can track your package and make sure it gets to the right place.  If you live in California, New York, Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, or Texas, mail your application to this address:  National Passport Processing Center Post Office Box 640155 Irving, TX 75064-0155. If you live in any other state or Canada, mail your application to this address: National Passport Processing Center  Post Office Box 90155  Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155. Your passport will arrive in the mail. They will send it to the address you listed on your application. It may take longer or shorter based on how many applications they are processing.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Prevent dental bone loss by maintaining excellent oral hygiene. Visit your dentist regularly to have thorough teeth cleaning done. Use fluoride toothpaste when brushing. Increase your intake of calcium to support bone health. Make sure you get enough vitamin D to absorb your calcium properly.

Answer: To avoid having to undergo expensive bone grafting procedures, prevent dental bone loss from occurring. Preventing it is fairly easy, provided you take the necessary steps. All you have to do  to maintain excellent oral hygiene is follow a few simple steps:  Brush your teeth thoroughly every after meal - Brushing your teeth at least twice a day can prevent gum diseases. Brushing removes the plaque that is responsible for gum diseases and dental bone loss. Floss after brushing. Flossing gets rid of plaque that isn't removed by brushing. It is imperative that you floss after brushing because there might be plaque that remained in your teeth that were not reached by the bristles of your brush. Tooth decay is one of the leading causes of dental bone loss. Tooth decay can be prevented by regular visits to your dentist to receive a thorough cleaning and comprehensive dental care.  To preserve your dental bone, you must also keep all your teeth healthy. Visit your dentist every six months for routine cleaning, a must in order to maintain excellent oral hygiene. Regular consultation with your dentist enables him/her to monitor your oral health and prevent developing gum problems. X-rays can be taken to clearly reveal areas of dental bone loss. If you miss your routine dental check-ups, you may only find out about bone loss at a stage when it might not be reversible. Fluoride toothpaste can protect your teeth and gums from bone loss by, providing necessary minerals to your bones and tooth enamel.  Excessive use of fluoride other than toothpaste is not recommended, as it may lead to other health problems. Use fluoride-based toothpaste once a day to brush your teeth, otherwise use normal toothpastes. Do not use fluoridated toothpaste in kids below the age of 10 years. Calcium is a critical nutrient to the health of all your bones, including your teeth. Calcium-rich foods and calcium supplements make sure your system receives the adequate amount of calcium needed to build up and strengthen your bones and teeth, increasing your bone density and reducing your risk of dental bone loss and bone fracture.  Foods like low-fat milk, yogurt, cheese, spinach and soy milk are rich in calcium and are important for the maintenance of strong teeth and bones. Calcium is also available in supplement tablets. Take 1 tablet (Caltrate 600+) after breakfast and 1 tablet after dinner. Should you miss one dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Take a vitamin D supplement or get some sun to ensure that you have the proper levels of vitamin D in your body. Vitamin D helps increase your bone density by helping your body absorb and retain calcium in your system. To determine if you are suffering from insufficient vitamin D, ask your doctor if you could have a blood test to measure the amount of vitamin D in your blood.  A result of less than 40ng/mL indicates insufficient vitamin D in your blood. The recommended amount of vitamin D in your blood is 50 ng/mL. Take 5,000 IU of a vitamin D supplement daily.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Acknowledge your male privilege. Practice active listening when a woman explains her perspective. Do not “mansplain” a feminist concept to a woman. Avoid making sexist jokes or sexist references. Continue to educate yourself through discussions with other feminists.

Answer:
Male privilege is the result of the patriarchal system we live in, where men are given more power and privilege than women.[citation needed] This means that as a man, you likely will earn higher wages than women, have a lower risk of sexual assault and sexual violence, and have access to financial and social support that is not extended to women. Because you benefit from male privilege as a man, it is important that you acknowledge this privilege in your discussions with feminists. This concept is also known as “checking your privilege”, where you recognize and acknowledge your male privilege before you respond to a woman who is speaking to you or to women that are in a shared space with you. This will allow you to keep in mind where you are coming from in relation to feminism and to be a positive ally to women. As a male feminist, it is important that you focus on active listening to women when they speak. This will show you are aware that women are the leaders in the feminist movement and that you are a supporting player in the movement. Though you may be used to asserting yourself in discussions with others, it is essential that you actively listen to women in discussions on feminism.  For example, perhaps you are in a conversation with a woman who identifies as a feminist. She may make a comment about the need for safe spaces for women to meet, talk, and hang out without heterosexual men around. You may feel that segregated spaces for women will feel exclusive to others. Rather than attack her point of view, ask her thoughtful questions about her comment and demonstrate you are actively listening to her. This means making eye contact with her, nodding your head as she speaks, and responding in an active way. For example, you may say, “What I am hearing you say is that safe spaces for women are important in our patriarchal society.” If she responds yes to your response, you can then present your argument. However, always check your privilege and acknowledge that you are viewing the situation from a male perspective. This will keep the discussion proactive and honest. It is also important in these discussions to recognize that you do not need to be right or win the argument against a female feminist. Instead, the idea is to foster discussion and communication between men and women in a safe, open way. Your male privilege does not mean you are automatically correct or have the right idea, and it is important that you recognize this during your discussions with women. “Mansplaining” is when a man explains a topic, such feminism, to a woman when she likely already knows and understands the topic. Mansplaining is often done by male politicians when they discuss women’s reproductive rights. But it can also occur in common conversation, where a male speaker “mansplains” a feminist concept to a woman or to a group of women in the room. Avoid doing this, as it indicates you are not supporting the feminist movement and are instead trying to assert your male privilege in front of women. You can avoid “mansplaining” by focusing on active listening to other women. Ask, “What do you think of this topic?” or state, “As a man, I am not qualified to talk about this but I look forward to hearing what you have to say.” Though sexist jokes or references may seem harmless to you, to women, sexist jokes only reinforce the gap between male privilege and women’s rights. Commenting on a woman’s physical appearance, such as calling a woman “hot” or sexualizing a woman, is offensive and disrespectful to women. Avoid making sexist jokes around your other guy friends, as this also indicates that it is okay to sexualize women and see them as sexual objects. Doing this works against feminism and the equality of the sexes. Being a feminist as a man is not like gaining entry into an exclusive club. Instead, it requires constant work and acknowledgment of your male privilege. Focus on educating yourself by talking to women who identify as feminists and to other men who are trying to support women as allies.