Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Own up to your actions. Ask for help. Ask for extra credit. Show remorse.

Answer: Don’t try to dodge the issue if you cheated and your teacher caught you because it likely will not prevent you from getting into trouble. Instead, explain why you cheated. Be clear about why you made that choice. For example, if you didn't have time to study or couldn't grasp the material, be straightforward about it. You can say something like, "I made the choice to cheat because I didn't have time to study, which was in error. Next time, I will give myself more time to properly prepare." Be clear about which assignment or test you cheated on. If it was just on one assignment, you will want to clarify that you did not cheat on other assignments. Be aware that your teacher will probably want to review your previous work or keep a closer eye on your future work to make sure cheating is truly a one-time incident. If you cheated because you were struggling in the class, tell the teacher you need some additional help in the subject. Be specific about which elements of the course material you don't understand. They may be able to recommend a tutor or some additional resources. You could say: "I am not sure I understand how to measure the surface area. This was one of the reasons why I cheated on the test. Do you know of any tutors who might be able to help me understand this topic?" If you received a failing grade for cheating on a test or assignment, ask for a makeup assignment or extra credit work to start salvaging your grade. Your teacher might be able to give you a make-up assignment or have you do more problems than other students so that you can catch up. Being apologetic may lessen the consequences and punishment from cheating, but you will need to be genuine. You will need to take personal responsibility to move on from the incident. Tell your teacher the cheating was out of character for you and not something you intend to do again in the future. Although you will still likely be punished for cheating or plagiarizing, being remorseful can help minimize the lasting effects to your academic reputation. You could say: "I am very sorry that I cheated on last week's test. I understand that this was a wrongdoing and that my actions have consequences that I will need to face. At the same time I also want to reassure you that this was a one-time incident and it will not happen again."


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take regular short breaks. Be careful with caffeine. Try working on homework with other people. Give yourself a treat when you're done.

Answer: Instead of one super long break, take a few short breaks in between different assignments. Maybe have a five minute break for a snack after 30-60 minutes of work.  Take five minutes to stretch, pop outside for a walk, or do something active, instead of just sitting and checking Facebook. It's important to make sure that you aren't sitting at a desk for hours and hours at a time. When you don't take breaks, the work can seem kind of endless. Productivity and concentration suffer, because you end up wasting some time doing other things like going on social media, doodling, or just doing poor work. Caffeine gives some students a much-needed jolt of concentration juice. For others, it's a fast-track to jittering around like a squirrel on speed. Don't drink more than the normal amount of coffee or caffeinated drink you usually consume. It will make concentrating harder. Better than caffeine is just staying hydrated. Drink water or juice instead to make sure your brain is functioning on all levels. It can be kind of hard to focus if you’re alone in a tiny room with just your books and papers. Sometimes it can be helpful to work out in the open where there are other people, or to study in a big group. They can be helpful in keeping you accountable. If you say that you’re working on an essay and they see you browsing Tumblr, they can point it out and keep you in check. As long as you're not sharing answers, working on homework together isn't cheating. Really, it's just smart time management and study skills. It's important to give yourself a reward for the hard work you're doing, each time you finish a task. Working toward a fun activity, treat, or some leisure time helps to motivate you to finish your work quickly, which means you'll have to concentrate.  Try this: Cut some colored paper into strips or squares and write all of your assignments you have for that day. Put these in one pile. Create another pile with an equal number of rewards. Put checking your phone or Facebook page on one, playing a game for 10 minutes, watching the new episode on TV, or anything that you want to do or would do in your free time. When you finish one task, pick a treat from the pile of rewards. This is a great way to get work done and enjoy the things you like to do. Don't get too carried away with the rewards. Only one episode TV, not the rest of the season.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take oral antifungal medications. Trim and thin your nails. Apply Vicks VapoRub. Try herbal remedies. Use creams and ointments. Paint your nails with medicated polish. Consider other procedures. Prevent nail fungus.

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Often topical therapies can't fully eradicate fungus and you will need an oral antifungal medication to get rid of the infection. These drugs, including terbinafine (Lamisil) and itraconazole (Sporanox) can help a new, infection-free nail grow, replacing the areas with nail fungus.  Take this treatment for six to 12 weeks. Be aware that it may take four months or longer to kill the infection.  Understand you may have side effects including skin rash and liver damage. Speak to your doctor about other medical conditions before taking oral antifungals. Cutting your nails and thinning them out can help relieve pain and pressure on your nails and nail beds. This can also help any treatment more easily penetrate and heal the infection.  Soften nails before trimming or thinning them. You can do this by applying urea cream to the affected nails and covering it with a bandage and then washing off the product in the morning. Use this procedure until the nails soften.  Protect the area around your nail with petroleum jelly. Some studies have found that rubbing Vicks VapoRub on nail fungus may help treat it. Apply a thin layer of the product every day to help kill nail fungus.  Use a cotton swab to apply the VapoRub to your nail.  Put the product on at night and leave it on overnight. Wipe it off in the morning. Repeat the process until the infection subsides. There is some evidence that alternative herbal remedies may help treat nail fungal infections. Two herbal remedies that may kill nail fungus and keep it at bay are:  Snakeroot extract, which comes from the sunflower family. Apply every third day for one month, twice a week the following month, and once a week for a third month. Tea tree oil. Apply twice a day until the fungus disappears. If you notice white or yellow markings or patches on your nails, apply an over-the-counter or prescription nail cream or ointment. For more severe cases, have your doctor prescribe a medicated cream. This may help nip the infection in the bud before it spreads or gets more serious.  File off the surface of the nail, soak the affected area in water and dry it before applying the treatment.  Follow packaging and doctor’s instructions to most effectively kill the infection. Your doctor may suggest applying a medicated polish to your affected nails. This can help kill the infection and prevent fungus from spreading. This must be done consistently for months to have any effect.  Apply ciclopirox (Penlac) to your nails once a day for a week and then remove and repeat the polish.  It make take a year of this type of treatment to control the fungus. Severe fungal infections may require more invasive treatments. Speak to your doctor about other procedures such as nail removal or laser therapies to help kill your nail fungus.  Your doctor may want to remove your nail if the fungus is particularly severe. In this case, a new nail may grow back within a year.  Some studies have shown that laser and light-based therapies can help treat nail fungus, either alone or in conjunction with other medication. Be aware that these therapies may not be covered by insurance and are expensive. You can help prevent the spread or re-infection by nail fungus if you take prophylactic steps to minimize risk of the condition. Adopting the following habits can help minimize your risk for nail fungus:  Keep hands and feet clean and nails short and dry Wear absorbent socks Wear shoes that promote ventilation Get rid of old shoes Apply antifungal spray or powder inside of shoes Avoid picking skin around the nails Wear shoes in public spaces Remove nail polish and artificial nails Wash your hands and feet after touching an infected nail