Problem: Article: Use a paper towel to clean up the urine spot. If the spot is dry, then wet it with clean water and dab the area with a paper towel. of dish soap and 2 cups (470 mL) of cool water on a clean, white cloth. Use hydrogen peroxide or vinegar to blot any remaining stain, then blot up excess moisture with a dry cloth.”|}} Green dish detergents are recommended for spot cleaning recent pet urine accidents. Put a dollop of green dish detergent on a wet paper towel. Blot the area with the soapy towel to clean up the urine. While the carpet is still wet, pour a layer of baking soda over it. The baking soda may get damp, but that is okay. The baking soda and soap will need several hours to work. If you’re working on a small spot, cover it with paper towels while it treats. Don’t remove the baking soda. It’s normal for the area to foam as the baking soda and vinegar react to each other. This reaction between the two substances helps remove the bad smell.  You can also clean the area with a mixture of water, white vinegar, and baking soda. Simply mix one cup (237 milliliters) of water, one cup (237 milliliters) of vinegar, and two tablespoons (30 milliliters) of baking soda into an empty spray bottle. This cleaner has a shelf life of 2-3 months.  If the smell still lingers, hydrogen peroxide can be applied to the urine spot; however, you should test it on your carpet in a hidden area first as it can discolor carpet. Products that use enzymes to break down the smell are commercially available and require no extra cleanup. Monitor the vinegar as it treats the carpet. Make sure that your pets and/or children are kept away from it. If you’re using hydrogen peroxide, it should sit for 10-15 minutes. Wipe away the remaining baking soda and blot the area dry. Once it’s dry, smell the carpet to determine if the smell remains. If it does, then you may have to use a carpet steam cleaner. If your carpet pad is soaked with urine, then you may have to replace it to get rid of the smell. If you have a lot of set-in pet odors, you may need to treat the entire carpet with a carpet cleaner, such as a Green Machine or a Rug Doctor. You can use a commercial odor removing cleaner, or you can mix your own cleaner with white vinegar and water. Run the cleaner over the entire carpet and then let it dry. You may need to make several passes to get out the odor. If you have set in odors, an enzymatic cleaner can help deactivate the odor-causing bacteria. You simply soak the carpet in your cleaning and let it dry, so they’re easy to use.
Summary: Soak up any remaining wetness. Apply a green dish detergent. Coat the spot with baking soda. Allow it to sit overnight. Spray white vinegar onto the dried urine spot. Allow the white vinegar to sit for five minutes. Soak up the cleaning agents with a soft cloth. Use a carpet steam cleaner.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: When you’re around your friend or family member, model positive thinking and optimism for them. Offer to help them come up with some mantras or affirmations to use when they start to feel paranoid.  For instance, the person might find it helpful to repeat something like, “Everyone is too busy worrying about themselves to think about me,” or “Even though I feel scared, I’m not really in danger.” Encourage the person to write down the mantra and keep it with them so they can read it when they need it. Invite the person to share their thoughts with you or someone else they trust if they need a reality check. Encourage them to give people the benefit of the doubt if they aren’t sure about someone’s intentions towards them. This strategy works best for people with mild paranoia who can accept that their judgment is sometimes unsound. Severely paranoid people may not be willing to ask for other people’s perspectives. A healthy lifestyle can make mental health issues easier to manage. Help your friend or family member find ways to cut down on stress, get enough rest, and maintain good diet and exercise habits. For example, including physical activity as a part of their daily routine can help improve their mood and boost cognitive functioning that may be impaired with paranoia. Many people with paranoia-related issues have unique talents or a successful career. Recognize the areas where your friend or family member shines, and encourage them to keep doing things they enjoy and are good at. Let's say your friend is really creative. You might encourage them to submit their artwork to a local art contest to keep them occupied and focus on positive activities. If your friend or family member has an illness like schizophrenia, help them come up with an emergency plan when they’re stable. Gather important contact information like their doctor’s phone number, and discuss who will take care of any children or pets they have if they are hospitalized. Have the person keep this information with them at all times, such as written on a card or on a piece of paper.
Summary:
Help the person maintain a positive state of mind. Help the person put their paranoid thoughts into perspective. Encourage the person to adopt balanced habits. Encourage the person to contribute in areas of life where they excel. Prepare for crisis situations.