In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Before your child even comes home from the hospital, you should perform a thorough sweep of each bedroom, the bathroom, the kitchen, and any other rooms such as storage closets or garages for potential weapons. Your child will discuss means in the safety plan with their provider. Nonetheless, to minimize the possibility of reattempt, remove guns, knives, rope, sharp objects, and medications from the home. If medications must be kept in the home, keep them locked up or available in limited amounts. Talk to your entire family openly about suicide. Refrain from acting like it's a shameful secret that should be pushed under the rug. Emphasize that all of you will get through this by sticking together. Speak to each family member separately and either delegate tasks or ask what each person can do to help out during the current situation. For instance, an older sibling might volunteer to watch a younger sibling (not the attempt survivor who should be under adult supervision as much as possible) while the parents take the other sibling to therapy or support groups. Do what you can to minimize arguing and keep the emotional climate of the household calm and encouraging. Plan entertaining family activities like game nights or movie night to stimulate bonding. Remind your child of their importance in your life and in the family. When your child finally feels up to talking to you, listen without judgment. Avoid statements such as "You have nothing to be depressed about" or "Other people in the world have it worse off than you"; these are very invalidating.   Periodically check in with your child to monitor progress in treatment and to ask how they have been coping. These constant check-ins may help you notice those warning signs in advance if your  child tries to attempt suicide again.  In the younger years, kids are "open books". However, once they are in elementary school, they start to become tight-lipped. Avoid asking close-ended questions if you want to get your child talking. Also, refrain from using "why" in a question as it can lead to them clamming up or becoming defensive. Instead, use open-ended questions that require a more lengthy answer beyond "yes" or "no". For example, "What was good about your day today?" is more likely to get your child to open up rather than "How was your day?", which could lead to a one-word response such as "fine" or "good" that is a conversation ender. It may also be a good idea to start a dialogue with your entire family. Get everyone comfortable talking about their day-to-day interactions at school or work. Doing so can make it easier for your children to discuss potential problem areas, such as problems at school, bullying, or their sexual orientations, which will aid immensely in preventing future suicide attempts. Recovery after a suicide attempt can be a long, arduous process. When you notice your child exhibiting signs of depression or suicidal ideation, motivate them to get out and do some exercise. Physical activity can serve as a distraction from negative thought patterns. Plus, getting active provides your child with much-needed endorphins, which are feel-good chemicals produced in the body after exercise. These chemicals help alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression. They also improve your child's outlook. New research shows that bullied students demonstrate a 23% decrease in suicidal ideation or attempts when they engage in physical activity at least four days per week. Journaling has a multitude of mental health benefits from relieving stress and lowering depression to helping the writer identify triggers and negative thought patterns. Talking about their problems - or writing them down on paper - can be cathartic and actually help reduce suicidal thoughts and symptoms.
Summary: Remove any and all weapons. Create a supportive environment at home. Let your child know that they can talk to you. Encourage your child to become active. Buy your child a journal.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Use a bit of dish soap dissolved in water to scrub it down with a sturdy brush. Rinse it off with a hose. Once it dries enough that it doesn't feel rough to the touch, use heavy sandpaper to smooth down any edges that are too splintery.  Sanding the edges isn't absolutely necessary, but it will keep you from picking up as many splinters in your hands. You can find free pallets at may retail locations, such as pet stores, farm and tractor stores, liquor stores, and even schools. You might also find them at construction sites. Always ask before taking a pallet. Also, never take a pallet that's marked with "Property of..." or a company name. You can also purchase pallets at home improvement stores. Turn the pallet over and lay the garden fabric out over the back. Cut it large enough to completely cover the back, leaving enough room to go up the sides of the pallet, too, to help keep the soil in.  The "back" of the pallet will be the side that has the most slats. You want the openings on the front/top of the pallet. "Garden fabric" is also called "weed barrier" fabric, as it's meant to suppress weeds when you layer it over an area. You can find it at most home improvement stores and garden centers. On the back of the pallet, place a staple in the middle of one side of the pallet. Stretch it out and put a staple in the middle on the opposite side. Do the same for the other 2 sides and then fill in the rest of the edges with staples, stretching it a little as you do. You don't need to stretch it very taut, but you should try to tighten it a little so it doesn't have too much slack. Flip the pallet over. Pull the fabric up each side. Staple it in place near the top of each side. At the corners, fold the fabric flat into a triangle shape and lay it flat against the pallet to staple it in place. If you need to, trim off the fabric around the top edge. Dump the soil in, working around the planks as you go. Add plants to each section of the planter by digging small holes and inserting the plants. Cover the bottom of the plants and then water the soil thoroughly. Make sure you have the planter where you want it before adding the soil or watering it.
Summary: Scrub down the pallet if it's dirty and sand any rough edges. Cut garden fabric to fit the back and sides of the pallet. Staple the fabric to the back of the pallet, starting on the outer edges. Attach the fabric to the sides with a staple gun. Fill the planter with soil and put your plants in the soil.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The following are general guidelines for fabrics in solid colors; patterns may need more in order to match the different pieces up. Note that fabric is sold by the yard, which is the measurement lengthwise. Bolts of fabric at the craft store have predetermined width, which you'll need to verify before purchasing. Typical widths range from 32 to 60 inches (81 to 152 cm), with 45 and 60 inches (114 and 152 cm) being the most common. The following measurements are based on fabric that is 54 inches (137 cm) wide.  For a two-cushion sofa, use 16 yards (16 m) For a three-cushion sofa, use 18 yards (18 m) For a six-cushion sofa, use 22 yards (22 m) For a two-cushion love seat, use 13 yards (13 m) For a four-cushion love seat, use 17 yards (17 m) You can purchase it at a fabric store or online.  Consider a fabric in a solid color. Matching patterns or stripes across large panels can be tricky, so unless you're ready to put in this extra effort, look for a cover material that's a single tone. Opt for a fabric with a lot of drape – this will be much easier to work with. This softens the material and also accounts for any shrinkage that may occur. Don't skip this important step: the beauty of a slipcover is that it can be easily removed and washed, but you need to make sure it won't shrink after you've made it. Be sure to follow care instructions for the particular fabric you're working with. Wrinkles could cause puckering in the finished product, so this ensures a smooth and accurate fit.
Summary:
Determine how much material you need. Buy the slipcover material. Wash and dry the slipcover material. Iron the material before attempting to begin work on the slipcover.