Q: If you’re a teacher or childcare worker, it’s natural to want to help a child who is struggling with depression. However, how you can help may be governed by federal and local laws as well as organizational policies. Keeping yourself abreast of any laws and protocols related to providing depressed children with help can ensure that you assist the child in a way that doesn’t violate their rights. It also minimizes the risk of a lawsuit for you or the organization.  Ask your school principal or other legal administrator what you are able to do. Make sure to inform the principal, school nurse, or counselor if you’re trying to help a depressed child. They may be unaware that the child is depressed and need to file for something such as an Individualized Educational Plan.  Avoid telling anyone other than someone in authority about your suspicions or knowledge of the child’s depression. Keep in mind that depression is a medical condition and falls under medical privacy laws in most countries. Even just telling a child who is depressed that you will help them can give comfort to get through the day. As far as you are able, tell the child that you are open to talk or will give them consideration when it comes to work, chores, or other activities and tasks.  Assure the child that there is no pressure to talk or ask for help. Just let them know that your door is always open to listen to problems and give help where you can. For example, say, “I know you’re struggling, Sara. You can come to me and talk any time you like. I’m also handy at helping with homework if you need that or a quiet space to work.” Offer to allow the student to stop by and help you with something during the day. This gives them the opportunity to address any problems in a safe environment but also gives you a chance to bolster the child’s confidence with some positive feedback. A depressed child may feel like the world is working against them and any little sign of impatience from another person may aggravate the depression. Reminding yourself that the child is depressed and needs a bit of a break can help you remain patient and understanding if they slip up occasionally.  Take a deep breath if you feel like you’re going to scold the child. This can help relax you and the situation. When a child is depressed, they may focus on negative comments rather than on anything positive. That is why it is important to avoid making negative comments and to deliver constructive criticism in a positive way. If you have constructive criticism for this child, then make sure that you “sandwich” it between two positive comments. For example, “Riley, you’ve done such a great job with these problems. Do you think you could try one or two more? That would give you the chance to show the other kids your knowledge!” Depressed children can become easily overwhelmed and anxious in situations such as school or intramural activities. Giving the child regular breaks to rest and relax can help calm them and boost confidence.  Allow the child to put their head on a desk in the back of the room. You can also let the child leave the classroom and go to the nurse if they ask. If you have assemblies, fire drills, or other activities that may make the depression worse, give the child a chance to take a break from them or go somewhere else. Give the child a colored card or something else to indicate they need a break without drawing attention to themselves. The child can put it on their desk, or even on yours. Some children with depression will have Individualized Education Programs, but others may not. Make sure to follow the IEP if you have it—these are specifically tailored to the child’s condition. If the child doesn’t have an IEP, make appropriate accommodation to help the child. This can be a broad range of things such as:  Seating the child in a place they comfortable Calling on the child only when it’s a topic with which they are confident Giving the child an alternative location in which to take tests Giving them alternative homework and testing assignments Offering extra support when the child has missed school
A: Stay informed of local and laws and organizational policies. Let the child know you are willing to help. Stay patient and understanding. Provide constructive criticism along with two positive comments. Provide regular breaks. Accommodate tasks to the child’s specific needs.

Article: Every cell phone is equipped with an electronic serial number. Depending on the type and model of cell phone you use, your phone's unique number may be called an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity), MEID (Mobile Equipment Identifier), or ESN (Electronic Serial Number). It's often located on a sticker under the battery, though its location will vary depending on your phone.  Find your cell phone's serial/identification number when you first purchase it. Write the number down and keep it in a safe place at home. If you ever lose your phone, you can report your serial/identification number to the police and to your wireless provider. Some online services, such as MissingPhones.org, allow you to register your cell phone with the website. This can help you in the future, should your phone become lost or stolen down the line. In order to register your phone, you'll need the serial number from your device. If you're prone to losing things, you may want to work on reducing the frequency of those losses, no matter what the item may be. Try getting into a habit of leaving things in particular places, which can help you know where to look next time.  If you tend to lose your phone at home, try to keep it on a nightstand or coffee table whenever it's not on your person. When your phone is on your person, give it a designated pocket and always check that you have everything when you get up to leave. For example, you might tap your pockets to confirm in a particular order that you've got your keys, wallet, and cell phone. There are certain precautions you can take to assist your efforts in the future, should you lose or misplace your phone again. You can register your phone for a GPS tracking service, either through your wireless provider or through an independent service like AccuTracking or Belon.gs. You can also keep a written record of your phone's serial/identification number in your wallet or at home.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Know your phone's serial number. Register your phone online. Have a designated place for everything. Prepare to avoid future losses.

Q: Avoid hard foods, as well as foods that require you to stretch your mouth open wide. These can include nuts, hard candy, hard baked goods, and larger fruits or vegetables like whole apples or uncut, raw carrots. You should also avoid chewing gum and other stretchy candy, such as taffy. If you sleep on your side and you're experiencing jaw pain, you may want to try sleeping on your back at night to remove pressure from your jaw. You may also want to invest in a mouth guard to keep from grinding your teeth at night, as this may contribute to jaw pain without your realizing that it is happening. Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help treat inflammation and other symptoms of jaw pain. Gels or mouth swabs containing Benzocaine or similar active ingredients can be found at most drug stores and provide topical pain relief to teeth and jaws. Move your jaw open and closed, then work the jaw from side to side. Gradually increase the frequency of these exercises. First try using a hot compress, but if heat does not alleviate pain or inflammation, try a cold compress.  Run a towel or wash cloth under warm-to-hot tap water. Wring out excess water. Once the towel is at a comfortable temperature that will not burn the skin, apply it to the affected area of your jaw. Hold the hot compress on for about five to ten minutes, and repeat several times each day. If a hot compress does not work, use a cold compress or an ice pack. Ice packs should be used for about 20 minutes on, then 20 minutes off. Make sure you wrap the cold compress in a t-shirt or other thin fabric so the cold doesn't damage your skin. You may also want to try alternating hot and cold compresses to maximize the benefits of each. Use a hot compress for five minutes, then a cold compress for five minutes.
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Change your diet. Change the way you sleep. Use medication to treat pain. Try a topical agent. Exercise your jaw muscles. Use a hot or cold compress.