Problem: Article: Sometimes you might be spoken to spontaneously by other patrons and it's important to listen and answer to the best of your ability. While answering and speaking to people, you don't need to be to thick-skinned and snap back a response. It's highly likely that you will never see this individual ever again. If asked where certain places are or what the time is, help the person reach the answer they seek and then be on your way. This shows that you are welcoming and approachable. Find the comfortable median between being a push-over and conceited. Finding the middle digit will show that you are a well rounded person. You won't be used, but you won't be cruel. It's important to be smart when speaking to other people, because as harsh as it sounds, everyone is guilty unless proven otherwise. With today's technology and refined pick-pocketing tactics, by the time you arrive and board your bank account can be emptied or identity could be stolen. The gangs that run these assignments are professional and seasoned criminals that target large scale airports with one focus in mind. It's important to be mindful of people around you and where their hands and eyes are. See the 'Warnings' for important tips in regards to criminal activity. If someone asks you where you are from or other questions that have personal connotations to them, you can kindly decline answering them. Also keep passports and documents hidden well when sitting near or around people, It only takes someone 2 to 3 quick questions or glances, to search you up on a very handy database for a criminal called; Facebook.
Summary: Speak Nicely. Be Mindful. Avoid Personal talk.

Problem: Article: Find some hobbies that occupy your mind and that you find fun. Reading, drawing, writing, listening to music, cooking, or watching movies.  Activities that require you to think or use your hands are best. Your mind will be occupied, and you will not miss having a phone. You may join an after school club or some sort of extracurricular activity that you find fun. This is a great way to socialize with other people who have your same interests. Volunteering is a good way to show your parents that you are responsible and reliable. This is also an opportunity to give back to your community and help other people. Try to find volunteer opportunities that match with your interests. For example, if you enjoy reading, you may volunteer at a local library. If you were interested in health care, you could volunteer at a local hospital or nursing home. Get outside and explore nature. You will have a more positive attitude and feel less stressed. Go for a walk, a hike, or exercise outside. Sit at the park and read or hang out with a friend. Take the time to really absorb the sights and sounds of nature while you are out there.
Summary: Do activities you enjoy. Become a volunteer. Spend time outdoors.

Problem: Article: Medical and psychological researchers are still in the process of learning how to correctly diagnose the disorder, as well as how it should be treated. You are likely to see different doctors and therapists take different approaches to treatment, and that can be very confusing. Reading up on your own will help you better understand the varying approaches and make decisions as to which ones are best for you or your family member.  Read things written by autistic people. There is a lot of misinformation about autism, and autistic people can offer the deepest insight about how it works and which treatments are the most effective. Read literature from autism-friendly organizations. Organizations like the National Autistic Society or MAAP publish up-to-date information about diagnosing, treating and living with Asperger's. Reading a book written by someone with Asperger's about that experience is a good way to get insight into the disorder. Try Nerdy, Shy, and Socially Inappropriate by Cynthia Kim or Loud Hands: Autistic People, Speaking, an anthology of essays by autistic writers. Everyone exhibits social awkwardness and some of the other symptoms of Asperger's from time to time, but if you keep a diary and take note of each instance, you'll start to pick up on patterns. If the person really does have Asperger's, you're likely to see the same symptoms happening again and again, not just once or twice.  Write down detailed descriptions of what you observe. That way, you'll be able to give potential doctors and therapists as much information as possible to help get a correct diagnosis. Keep in mind that many symptoms of Asperger's are shared by other disorders, like OCD or ADHD. It's important to be open to the possibility that it's something else (or multiple things), so this person can receive the right kind of treatment. There are several online tests designed to determine whether a person might have Asperger's. The test taker is asked a series of questions related to their social activities, favorite ways to spend time, and strengths and weaknesses to see if the common symptoms of Asperger's seem to be present. The results of an online test for Asperger's syndrome are in no way the same as a diagnosis. Rather, it's a way to determine whether further testing might be necessary. If the test reveals a tendency towards autism, you might want to make an appointment with the family doctor to find out more. After you've taken an online test and you're reasonably sure that a disability is present, start by making an appointment with your general practitioner. Bring your symptom journal and share your concerns. The doctor will likely ask you a series of questions and ask you to elaborate on the specifics. If the doctor shares your feeling that Asperger's or another developmental disability might be at play, ask for a referral to a specialist. Having that first conversation with a professional can be an intense experience. Thus far, you may have kept your concerns mostly private. Sharing them with a doctor might change everything. But whether the person you're concerned about is yourself or your child, you're doing the right thing by acting instead of ignoring what you've observed. Before the appointment, do research on the psychiatrist or psychologist to whom you are referred. Make sure the person specializes in working with the autism spectrum. The appointment will probably consist of an interview and a test with questions similar to the questions on the online tests. Once a diagnosis is given, the specialist will give recommendations as to how to proceed.  During your meeting, don't be afraid to ask a lot of questions about the person's experience, diagnosis and treatment approach. If you aren't completely confident that the diagnosis is correct, seek a second opinion.
Summary: Read up on Asperger's Syndrome to help you make decisions. Keep a diary of symptoms you observe. Take an online test. Get your family doctor's opinion. See a specialist for a full evaluation.

Problem: Article: The sound hole should be facing upward. Ensure that the floor around you is free of grates, nooks, or other spots in which your pick could get lost. Also be sure that you've got clearance to move your instrument around without knocking over a nearby object.
Summary:
Hold the guitar flat on your lap.