To prepare for the scariest night of the year, when folklore determines that grisly ghouls, witches, warlocks, bats, goblins and bogeymen will vie with vampires, evil kings, wicked ogres, French maids and ugly buglies, who come to roam the earth in search of the dead - or living - here are some super cool costume ideas and tips that you can work into your Halloween party plans to have the blast of your life!
Though Halloween night is typically celebrated by kids and teens, there are many adults who also love the excitement of dressing up in their spookiest best, be it the Evil dead characters or those straight out of the House of Wax movie, getting their thrills from giving the chills to someone else, when they aim to blend straight into the shadows of the night to...have a load of fun!!
So, have you got yourself your Halloween costume as yet? No? Well, what are you waiting for - Christmas?
If its ideas you've run out of - or even hard cash - that's no reason to worry about not having a great Halloween costume. Not when you can make your own with a dash of imagination and some sewing or crafting skills!
Costume idea no. 1 - So, if you're not scared of spooks you could dress up as one yourself and roam the streets with them for one eerie spine-chilling night of the year and have a blast while you scare the heebie jeebies out of folks on your street with only a sheet between you and the cruel world!
This is a great time to get the better of your friends and neighbors by catching them unawares and scaring them all of ten inches off of the ground! That's what a good Halloween costume should help you achieve, so don't go for anything that doesn't deliver on this absolute thrill!
People are at their wits end with many of them believing that ghosts and goblins are roaming the streets. So they will take no chances trying to determine if you are really a ghost or a human dressed as one and this is where the fun begins!
Costume Idea no. 2 - Babe Magnet: all you need are some cheap, small, lightweight plastic dolls, snazzy clothes, a slick hairstyle preferably gelled down for good effect and card-board cuts out of magnet shape, painted grey with red edges stuck randomly to the dolls you can sew or hot-glue on a sleeveless jacket (if you don't want to spoil your party clothes)
Costume Idea no. 3 - Giant Jelly Bean Bag: invest in some broad plastic wrap or find a large clear plastic bag you can slip into with cut-outs for your arms, legs and neck. Fill this with small, round colorful balloons to resemble jelly beans and scrunch up the plastic around your neck comfortably to get a fast and cheap Halloween costume.
Costume Idea no. 4 - Tramp or Tinker: Old, baggy, worn out clothes, scruffy hairstyle (backcomb your hair for an unruly look), big toe cardboard cut out painted in skin color and highighted with glitter to stick to the front of old shoes, lightweight pots and pans to hang from your shoulder and dark face make-up to go with the entire look. Voila! You can live up your fantasy of letting it all hang loose, cussing and asking for free hand-outs as it all goes with the 'person'ality of a tramp!
How innovative you can be with the above ideas further will determine the level of success you can enjoy when it comes to scaring your gang witless - but never for a moment believe that they are not expecting you to outwit them, so prepare for a good scare yourself!
Jumat, 29 September 2017
Kamis, 14 September 2017
Idiopathic Insomnia - How to Tell If You Have it and What You Must Do About it Now
Idiopathic insomnia refers to a lifelong insomnia which usually begins early in childhood and continues throughout the rest of adult life. Unlike other forms of insomnia, this condition does not result from stress, medical, and psychiatric disorders or other sleep related disorders. In fact, it is quite difficult to determine its cause and is generally associated with imbalance in the patient's body, although nothing can be said about the actual cause.
The common symptoms of idiopathic insomnia are more or less the same as those for general insomnia, for example, difficulty in falling asleep, unexplained and frequent awakenings, not being able to get enough sleep, daytime fatigue, poor concentration and mood swings. Since this type of insomnia continues throughout life, the patient suffers from the symptoms every night. Moreover, the cause behind this disorder cannot be tracked. The patient generally has no neurological, psychological or any other medical problem which can explain the insomnia. If the insomnia cannot be accounted for due to medications, stress and other normal causes for insomnia, it is most likely to be lifelong insomnia.
As per the sleep disorder statistics, idiopathic insomnia is a very rare kind of insomnia. 1% adults and 0.7% kids and teens are known to suffer from it. The disorder might have its roots in the genetic make-up as it is known to be hereditary. It affects men and women equally and only 9% of all insomnia patients.
This sleep disorder is hard to diagnose as it is not caused by factors responsible for other types of insomnia. The key to recognizing this disorder is in the fact that it usually starts early on in childhood, sometimes even during infancy. People with this sleep disorder feel normal despite the symptoms because they have been used to it since an early age and therefore do not consider seeking medical help.
If you feel that you are suffering from lifelong insomnia and obvious causes cannot explain it then it is advisable that you consult a doctor. Diagnostic tests like overnight sleep test and thyroid blood tests can give some cues. Treatment of idiopathic insomnia generally involves correcting your sleep patterns, using cognitive behavioral therapy by using relaxation techniques, and use of medications like hypnotics, anti-depressants and sleeping pills.
The common symptoms of idiopathic insomnia are more or less the same as those for general insomnia, for example, difficulty in falling asleep, unexplained and frequent awakenings, not being able to get enough sleep, daytime fatigue, poor concentration and mood swings. Since this type of insomnia continues throughout life, the patient suffers from the symptoms every night. Moreover, the cause behind this disorder cannot be tracked. The patient generally has no neurological, psychological or any other medical problem which can explain the insomnia. If the insomnia cannot be accounted for due to medications, stress and other normal causes for insomnia, it is most likely to be lifelong insomnia.
As per the sleep disorder statistics, idiopathic insomnia is a very rare kind of insomnia. 1% adults and 0.7% kids and teens are known to suffer from it. The disorder might have its roots in the genetic make-up as it is known to be hereditary. It affects men and women equally and only 9% of all insomnia patients.
This sleep disorder is hard to diagnose as it is not caused by factors responsible for other types of insomnia. The key to recognizing this disorder is in the fact that it usually starts early on in childhood, sometimes even during infancy. People with this sleep disorder feel normal despite the symptoms because they have been used to it since an early age and therefore do not consider seeking medical help.
If you feel that you are suffering from lifelong insomnia and obvious causes cannot explain it then it is advisable that you consult a doctor. Diagnostic tests like overnight sleep test and thyroid blood tests can give some cues. Treatment of idiopathic insomnia generally involves correcting your sleep patterns, using cognitive behavioral therapy by using relaxation techniques, and use of medications like hypnotics, anti-depressants and sleeping pills.
Senin, 28 Agustus 2017
The Top 10 Signs a Child or Teen Needs Professional Counseling
Many think of childhood and adolescence as a carefree time. For some, it is. Others however, do not seem to go through childhood and adolescence carefree at all. Below are some guidelines on when a child or teen may need counseling and a referral to see a licensed counselor.
1. Long Periods of Sadness.
The child or adolescent may seem to be sad for several days or weeks. Nothing helps them feel better. Even if you try to entertain or distract them, nothing works. The child may cry over both little and big things and not be able to stop. Children and adolescents do not normally talk about being sad; they show sadness through their actions. They may get in trouble and break rules to show they are sad.
2. Withdrawn Behavior.
Withdrawn kids and teens have little or no interest in playing or being with friends. They want to be by
themselves instead of being with friends or family.
3. Feeling Angry.
Some children or adolescents may be angry all the time. They may get into fights with other kids. They may take their anger out on adults in authority. It is often tantrum-like behavior. These kids are disruptive in the household.
4. Feeling Anxious and Worried.
Some kids and teens may worry a lot. They worry about their parents when they are away from home. They worry about their parents getting physically hurt. They worry that another death will occur or that they will have to move again. They create things to worry about all the time.
5. Feeling a Sense of Responsibility or Guilt.
This is sometimes a problem with older school-aged children. This is often a problem with children who have experienced divorce, or a death in the family. They may think it is their fault. They may feel responsible for taking care of other family members.
6. Problems with Separating.
A child or teen may not want a parent to leave to do their normal routine of the day. A young child may cry in school to get in touch with his or her parent. A teen may call or text a parent several times a day to be in contact. This is a problem.
7. Cannot Concentrate.
Some children or adolescents may have a hard time getting things done. They may be easily distracted. Maybe they cannot settle on any one activity or job you give them. They may not follow instructions well.
8. Living in the Past.
The child or adolescent may seem to think more about the past than the present. Many will talk about the past when their family was together, when their loved one was still alive, or when times were different.
9. Changes in Daily Habits.
Kids and teens may change what they normally do. Some may wake up in the morning, but have difficulty getting out of bed. Or they may start having problems going to sleep or having nightmares while sleeping. Eating habits may also change, whether that is eating much more or much less than before.
10. The Parents Cannot Help the Child.
Methods that have worked previously are not currently effective. At this point, the parents are having difficulties with their own feelings and feel that helping the child is beyond their control.
1. Long Periods of Sadness.
The child or adolescent may seem to be sad for several days or weeks. Nothing helps them feel better. Even if you try to entertain or distract them, nothing works. The child may cry over both little and big things and not be able to stop. Children and adolescents do not normally talk about being sad; they show sadness through their actions. They may get in trouble and break rules to show they are sad.
2. Withdrawn Behavior.
Withdrawn kids and teens have little or no interest in playing or being with friends. They want to be by
themselves instead of being with friends or family.
3. Feeling Angry.
Some children or adolescents may be angry all the time. They may get into fights with other kids. They may take their anger out on adults in authority. It is often tantrum-like behavior. These kids are disruptive in the household.
4. Feeling Anxious and Worried.
Some kids and teens may worry a lot. They worry about their parents when they are away from home. They worry about their parents getting physically hurt. They worry that another death will occur or that they will have to move again. They create things to worry about all the time.
5. Feeling a Sense of Responsibility or Guilt.
This is sometimes a problem with older school-aged children. This is often a problem with children who have experienced divorce, or a death in the family. They may think it is their fault. They may feel responsible for taking care of other family members.
6. Problems with Separating.
A child or teen may not want a parent to leave to do their normal routine of the day. A young child may cry in school to get in touch with his or her parent. A teen may call or text a parent several times a day to be in contact. This is a problem.
7. Cannot Concentrate.
Some children or adolescents may have a hard time getting things done. They may be easily distracted. Maybe they cannot settle on any one activity or job you give them. They may not follow instructions well.
8. Living in the Past.
The child or adolescent may seem to think more about the past than the present. Many will talk about the past when their family was together, when their loved one was still alive, or when times were different.
9. Changes in Daily Habits.
Kids and teens may change what they normally do. Some may wake up in the morning, but have difficulty getting out of bed. Or they may start having problems going to sleep or having nightmares while sleeping. Eating habits may also change, whether that is eating much more or much less than before.
10. The Parents Cannot Help the Child.
Methods that have worked previously are not currently effective. At this point, the parents are having difficulties with their own feelings and feel that helping the child is beyond their control.
Jumat, 18 Agustus 2017
Great Gift Idea for Kids or Teens: Secrets of the Master Magician
When it comes to exceptional gifts and toys for children, one idea that never goes out of style is the concept of magic. If, like most children, your kids are fascinated by magic tricks, you should probably take a look at Secrets of the Master Magician: An Apprentice's Manual.
Without question, magical illusions have always been a draw for kids. Being able to complete jaw-dropping feats of magic just never gets old. Secrets of the Master Magician contains loads of fantastic illusions and magic tricks that will keep children on the edge of their seats, regardless of whether or not they're on stage or in the audience.
To start with, the kit comes with a number of the conventional magical accessories: a magic wand, a deck of cards, a handkerchief, etc. It also includes the Apprentice's Manual - a book containing instructions for performing illusions. (Actually, the kit itself is contained in a box crafted to look like a magical spellbook.)
More specifically, the book offers detailed explanations on how to execute a wide variety of tricks and illusions, including coin tricks, card tricks, rope tricks, what have you. In addition, the instructions for each magic trick appear alongside color photos which detail every single step of the illusions discussed. In brief, kids are spoon-fed the techniques for every trick.
As previously noted, the kit contains numerous tricks, and it'll take time to become proficient with all of them. Moreover, kids are usually chomping at the bit to show off a brand new illusion as soon as they learn it. In short, this really is a gift not only with substantial entertainment value, but parents can rest assured that it's going to be quite a while before a child starts to become bored with it - assuming that day ever comes.
Although there are numerous pros to this product, I've discovered only one con - if it can be described as such: basically, although the book provides youngsters with the requisite skill set to become magicians, it doesn't give them the traditional appearance of such. There's no cape, no white gloves, no top hat, and so on. But to be honest, those items are stylistic rather than functional. Simply put, Secrets of the Master Magician is a really cool magic kit - whether for those just starting out, or those who've already learned a thing or two. It will probably keep kids entertained for quite some time, and give you far more than your money's worth.
Without question, magical illusions have always been a draw for kids. Being able to complete jaw-dropping feats of magic just never gets old. Secrets of the Master Magician contains loads of fantastic illusions and magic tricks that will keep children on the edge of their seats, regardless of whether or not they're on stage or in the audience.
To start with, the kit comes with a number of the conventional magical accessories: a magic wand, a deck of cards, a handkerchief, etc. It also includes the Apprentice's Manual - a book containing instructions for performing illusions. (Actually, the kit itself is contained in a box crafted to look like a magical spellbook.)
More specifically, the book offers detailed explanations on how to execute a wide variety of tricks and illusions, including coin tricks, card tricks, rope tricks, what have you. In addition, the instructions for each magic trick appear alongside color photos which detail every single step of the illusions discussed. In brief, kids are spoon-fed the techniques for every trick.
As previously noted, the kit contains numerous tricks, and it'll take time to become proficient with all of them. Moreover, kids are usually chomping at the bit to show off a brand new illusion as soon as they learn it. In short, this really is a gift not only with substantial entertainment value, but parents can rest assured that it's going to be quite a while before a child starts to become bored with it - assuming that day ever comes.
Although there are numerous pros to this product, I've discovered only one con - if it can be described as such: basically, although the book provides youngsters with the requisite skill set to become magicians, it doesn't give them the traditional appearance of such. There's no cape, no white gloves, no top hat, and so on. But to be honest, those items are stylistic rather than functional. Simply put, Secrets of the Master Magician is a really cool magic kit - whether for those just starting out, or those who've already learned a thing or two. It will probably keep kids entertained for quite some time, and give you far more than your money's worth.
Sabtu, 22 Juli 2017
Parents And Teens - Reclaiming Trust And Repairing Damaged Relationships
Your troubled teen is running with the wrong crowd and has become alarmingly defiant and rebellious ... again. The messy hair, dingy clothing, and body piercings continue to be the norm. Since your teen has "experimented" with drugs and alcohol in the past, you're certain that he or she is back to the same old tricks, even though he or she swears things are different now.
Some parents assume their kids are continuing to abuse drugs or alcohol and end up treating them as if they've done something wrong while those assumptions couldn't be further from the truth. Those wrong assumptions end up fueling resentment instead of giving kids the means to prove their trustworthiness.
Your teen wants your trust and you want to give it. Unfortunately, neither of you knows how to give what the other wants.
When it comes to substance abuse, there's a relatively new way to separate fact from fiction, and it's becoming more popular than most people think. One of the reasons you may not have heard of it is because of its private and confidential nature. It provides the foundation for reestablishing trust based on truth. If a child wants to prove that he or she is drug free and a parent needs solid evidence rather than verbal assurances, then a home drug testing program may be the answer.
Critics of this emerging trend of home drug testing claim that the act of testing teens for drugs is an irresponsible abuse of trust and only drives a wedge between parents and their teenage children, who already have a strained relationship. However, who can argue against relationships based on facts over fiction, especially when the bond of trust has already been destroyed?
Some parents assume their kids are continuing to abuse drugs or alcohol and end up treating them as if they've done something wrong while those assumptions couldn't be further from the truth. Those wrong assumptions end up fueling resentment instead of giving kids the means to prove their trustworthiness.
Your teen wants your trust and you want to give it. Unfortunately, neither of you knows how to give what the other wants.
When it comes to substance abuse, there's a relatively new way to separate fact from fiction, and it's becoming more popular than most people think. One of the reasons you may not have heard of it is because of its private and confidential nature. It provides the foundation for reestablishing trust based on truth. If a child wants to prove that he or she is drug free and a parent needs solid evidence rather than verbal assurances, then a home drug testing program may be the answer.
Critics of this emerging trend of home drug testing claim that the act of testing teens for drugs is an irresponsible abuse of trust and only drives a wedge between parents and their teenage children, who already have a strained relationship. However, who can argue against relationships based on facts over fiction, especially when the bond of trust has already been destroyed?
Selasa, 04 Juli 2017
Children and Teens Looking for Easy Halloween Costume Ideas on a Budget
Every year, people buy hundreds of dollars worth of outfits and add-ons to make a big splash when the spookiest night of the year rolls around. I'm referring to Halloween, of course. But why pay all that money particularly if you're on a budget? If you want to keep back some of that hard-earned money, then read on because this article will help you do just that. Teenagers can benefit from these easy to make Halloween costume concepts and you won't have to take out a loan to do it.
When I say "easy" I'm talking about readily available components that are fast and with very little cost. Fantastic costumes can be developed with things you just might currently have available at your house. In fact, these ideas for costumes can likely be supplied by your kids.
For the younger age bracket, you may very well need two costumes, which may come as a shock to most of you. But the simple fact of it is that some kids like dressing up as one personality for their school Halloween party and a wholly different one when it comes time to going through the neighborhood Halloween night to get hold of their candy. Another reason why is that it may be a school's dress code that prevents the child from wearing what they truly want to wear. All the more motive to acquire something that is inexpensive yet something that the kid will take pleasure in. After all, part of the enjoyment of Halloween costumes is the surprise, right?
To start with, look within your child's closet. If your child is like most others, then you should have no difficulty finding a wide selection of play garments. Items that may be found include princess dresses, tiaras, cowboy hats, lassos, themed pajamas, and the list goes on and on. Dress-up bins and closets are basically treasure chests of ideas.
Perhaps you have a young girl who has taken a liking to be a princess. What girl doesn't? Chances are good that you have known about this for a while and have previously acquired a princess dress or a tiara. This will provide you with the basics of the costume. From there you can apply an appropriate amount of makeup, which will most definitely make her feel special. For accessories take into consideration a wand, clip on earrings, perhaps even some shoes that you would not mind spraying with glitter paint. The great thing about this costume is that if you don't have much to put one together, you can easily find what you need at your dollar discount store.
For the girl who is a teen, a princess will not likely be her costume of choice. They're more interested in characters they see in movies (think Twilight), or who they read about or see on TV. Rock stars are always a good standby. In these situations, they're more likely to go through your closet than their's. Finding some old T-shirts and tearing off the sleeves will help with the rock star look. Have a pair of old jeans you don't mind cutting or shredding up a little? Not only is a wig fun, but it also offers the most significant way to alter the teen's look which is what they are going for, naturally.
When I say "easy" I'm talking about readily available components that are fast and with very little cost. Fantastic costumes can be developed with things you just might currently have available at your house. In fact, these ideas for costumes can likely be supplied by your kids.
For the younger age bracket, you may very well need two costumes, which may come as a shock to most of you. But the simple fact of it is that some kids like dressing up as one personality for their school Halloween party and a wholly different one when it comes time to going through the neighborhood Halloween night to get hold of their candy. Another reason why is that it may be a school's dress code that prevents the child from wearing what they truly want to wear. All the more motive to acquire something that is inexpensive yet something that the kid will take pleasure in. After all, part of the enjoyment of Halloween costumes is the surprise, right?
To start with, look within your child's closet. If your child is like most others, then you should have no difficulty finding a wide selection of play garments. Items that may be found include princess dresses, tiaras, cowboy hats, lassos, themed pajamas, and the list goes on and on. Dress-up bins and closets are basically treasure chests of ideas.
Perhaps you have a young girl who has taken a liking to be a princess. What girl doesn't? Chances are good that you have known about this for a while and have previously acquired a princess dress or a tiara. This will provide you with the basics of the costume. From there you can apply an appropriate amount of makeup, which will most definitely make her feel special. For accessories take into consideration a wand, clip on earrings, perhaps even some shoes that you would not mind spraying with glitter paint. The great thing about this costume is that if you don't have much to put one together, you can easily find what you need at your dollar discount store.
For the girl who is a teen, a princess will not likely be her costume of choice. They're more interested in characters they see in movies (think Twilight), or who they read about or see on TV. Rock stars are always a good standby. In these situations, they're more likely to go through your closet than their's. Finding some old T-shirts and tearing off the sleeves will help with the rock star look. Have a pair of old jeans you don't mind cutting or shredding up a little? Not only is a wig fun, but it also offers the most significant way to alter the teen's look which is what they are going for, naturally.
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