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Autism Information, Diagnosis, & Referrals
ASD criteria and manifestations in adults
Changes in autism-related criteria between DSM-IV TR and DSM-V
Risks and benefits of adult diagnosis
Diagnostic referrals
Referrals for therapies and assistive technologies
Caring for Patients on the Autism Spectrum
Legal & Ethical Considerations
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The DSM-5 specifies diagnostic critera for ASD.24 The following table summarizes the DSM-5 criteria, with examples of how these criteria may manifest in adults.22
DSM5 Criteria for ASD
Examples of how critera may manifest in adults
A. Persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts. (Diagnosis requires person meets all three criteria.) 1. Deficits in social-emotional reciprocity Difficulty initiating or sustaining back and forth conversation; tendency to monologue without attending to listener cues; unusual response to greetings or other social conventions.
2. Deficits in nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction Lack of eye contact; difficulty understanding non-verbal communication; unusual tone of voice or body language.
3. Deficits in developing, maintaining, and understanding relationships Challenges adapting behavior to match different social settings such as when interacting with family, friends, authority figures, or strangers; difficulty developing or sustaining friendships; greater than usual need for time alone.
B. Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. (Diagnosis requires person meets at least two of four criteria.) 1. Stereotyped or repetitive motor movements, use of objects, or speech Repetitive movements or "stimming" (e.g., rocking, flapping, pacing, or spinning for enjoyment or as a coping mechanism); arranging objects in a very precise manner; echolalia; continuously repeating sounds, words, or phrases.
2. Insistence on sameness, inflexible adherence to routines, or ritualized patterns of verbal or nonverbal behavior Greater than expected degree of distress with changes in routines or expectations; difficulty transitioning between activities; need to do the same thing in the same way each time; greater than usual reliance on rituals for accomplishing daily tasks.
3. Highly restricted, fixated interests that are abnormal in intensity or focus Intense special interests (e.g., looking at spinning objects for hours, learning the detailed schedules of an entire public transportation system, or becoming an expert in seventeenth century art) while having significant difficulty attending to topics outside of one's areas of special interest.
4. Hyper- or hyporeactivity to sensory input or unusual interest in sensory aspects of the environment Being hyper- or hypo-sensitive to sounds, lights, smells, or textures; having an abnormally high or low pain threshold; difficulty processing more than one sense at a time (e.g., not being able to understand spoken language while looking at someone's face); tendency to become confused or overwhelmed by sensory stimuli; challenges with body awareness or separating different types of sensations.
C. Symptoms must be present in the early developmental period (but may not become fully manifest until social demands exceed limited capacities, or may be masked by learned strategies in later life) Though characteristics should have been present throughout one's lifetime, a change in circumstances can disrupt coping strategies and make characteristics more pronounced; alternatively, environmental facilitators, supports, and coping strategies may make characteristics less noticeable.
D. Symptoms cause clinically significant impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of current functioning. Characteristics lead to difficulty obtaining or sustaining employment, doing basic or instrumental activities of daily living, maintaining social life, or integrating with community. For example, there may be significant mismatch between educational attainment and occupational history.
E. These disturbances are not better explained by intellectual disability or global developmental delay. Intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorder frequently co-occur; to make comorbid diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability, social communication should be below that expected for general developmental level. N/A
Though the DSM-5 conceptualizes ASD primarily as a social-communication disorder, there is a growing literature supporting the hypothesis that ASD is primarily characterized by differences in information processing.23 See, for example, the intense world theory of ASD.
Adults on the autism spectrum may display autistic traits differently from children. Most people, regardless of whether or not they are on the autism spectrum, mature and behave differently as they get older. As such, adults on the spectrum may not fit society's images of autistic children. In addition, adults often find coping strategies that help them function in the world, but that may make autistic traits harder to recognize.
There is great heterogeneity in the clinical presentation of ASD. Although anyone on the spectrum would be expected to have challenges with social communication, these challenges can show up in many different ways. For example, a person may not be able to speak, may misunderstand facial expressions and body language, or may take language too literally. A person may have difficulty starting a conversation, may need more time alone than most people, or may feel uncomfortable socializing with others without a planned activity.
Likewise, anyone on the spectrum would be expected to have restricted or repetitive patterns of behaviors, interests, or activities, but that can be different for each person. For example, a person may look at spinning objects for hours, learn the detailed schedules of an entire public transportation system, or be an expert in seventeenth century art. Many people on the spectrum appreciate structure and can find routines very helpful in understanding or coping with the world. For example, they may always need to take the same route to get somewhere or may use a very complex organizational system to function at work or remember to eat. Unplanned events or changes in routines may cause anxiety for people on the autism spectrum.
People on the autism spectrum may experience sensory input differently from other people. For example, a person might have very sensitive hearing, whereas another might have an extremely high pain threshold. Often people may have a very hard time coping with certain sensations, such as fluorescent lights, loud sounds, light touch, or particular textures or smells. They may not be able to process more than one sense at a time. For example, they may not be able to understand spoken language while looking at someone's face. They may also get overwhelmed when there are a lot of sensory stimuli happening at once.
Some people on the spectrum may have difficulty with motor skills. Examples may include difficulty with handwriting, catching a ball, or planning complex, multi-step actions like learning a dance sequence.
Traits of autism can be strengths or challenges, or sometimes both. For example, some autistic individuals develop great expertise in their areas of special interests, or capitalize on their need for routine and consistency to effectively self-manage chronic conditions. Not all people on the autism spectrum have stereotypical positive traits such as being good at memorizing things or using computers. Similarly, people on the autism spectrum do not always shy away from social interactions, and many can maintain strong friendships or relationships.
The DSM-5 significantly revised the criteria for diagnoses on the autism spectrum. Formerly, the DSM-IV TR had a category called Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD), which included separate diagnoses of autistic disorder, Asperger's disorder, Rett's disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder - not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). (See DSM-IV diagnostic criteria).
Asperger's disorder had similar criteria to autistic disorder in regards to impairments in social interaction and restricted interests, but it stipulated that individuals must not have clinically significant delays in general language development, cognitive development, or development of adaptive skills, other than in social interaction. PDD-NOS was to be used when there was a severe and pervasive impairment in the development of reciprocal social interaction associated with impairment in either verbal or nonverbal communication skills or with the presence of stereotyped behavior, interests, and activities, but the criteria were not met for a specific Pervasive Developmental Disorder.
Distinctions between autistic disorder, Asperger's disorder, and PDD-NOS were inconsistent in clinical practice, with great variation depending on clinical setting and diagnostician. The DSM-V unified the diagnoses of autistic disorder, Asperger's disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and PDD-NOS into one diagnosis called autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Rett's syndrome has since been found to be caused by mutations in the MeCP2 gene. Individuals with Rett's syndrome who meet the clinical criteria of ASD will now be classified as having ASD, with the label 'associated with Rett syndrome' or 'associated with MeCP2 mutation'. This approach is similar to what is used for individuals with fragile X syndrome or tuberous sclerosis who also meet clinical criteria for ASD.
Many adults who meet diagnostic criteria for ASD do not carry formal medical diagnoses of ASD, either because they have never come to medical attention or because they have been misdiagnosed with a differential condition (e.g., social anxiety, intellectual disability, obsessive-compulsive disorder). When deciding whether to refer an adult patient for a diagnostic evaluation for ASD, one should consider potential risks and benefits of a diagnosis, and should discuss these possibilities with the patient and, if applicable, their supporters.
Potential benefits of a formal diagnosis are as follows.
Would confer legal rights to accommodations in school, at work, in healthcare, or in other settings.
May assist the individual in developing a better understanding of self.
May provide peace of mind through the professional confirmation of life experiences.
May provide means to experience better coping or quality of life by more directly helping in recognizing strengths and accommodating challenges.
May provide others means to understand and support the individual.
May qualify the individual for benefits and services for people who have an ASD diagnosis.
May qualify the individual for programs for people with disabilities, such as scholarships or incentives that are meant to increase workplace diversity.
Potential risks associated with seeking an ASD diagnosis are as follows.
The process of seeking and being evaluated for the diagnosis may be stressful.
The person may perceive the interaction with the diagnostician or provider as negative, disrespectful, or otherwise uncomfortable.
The interpretation of ASD criteria and subsequent diagnosis varies by provider, particularly in the adult presentation.
Information about an individual's ASD could potentially negatively impact child custody cases.
Others in individual's life may still not be supportive, even with the diagnosis.
Finding a provider who is qualified to diagnose ASD in adults may be challenging. Professionals who commonly diagnose individuals on the autism spectrum include psychiatrists and psychologists. Providers who predominantly work with children, however, may or may not accept adult patients or have a full understanding of how autism manifests in adults. Similarly, many psychiatrists and psychologists who primarily work with adults may not have expertise in autism. It is best to contact potential providers to assess their willingness and expertise in working with adult patients on the autism spectrum. In general, diagnoses should be made using input from a variety of sources including standardized diagnostic instruments such as the ADOS or ADI-R.
Health insurance coverage for ASD diagnoses can vary. Clinical history and observation within the context of a billable clinical visit may be sufficient to make the diagnosis. Coverage for mental-health visits varies by plan. Complete testing may or may not be covered by certain payers, and may require prior authorization. Vocational rehabilitative services may provide assessments that are indicated to help an individual in his or her desire to achieve employment.
Though there is greater attention to, and controversy about, therapies intended to treat ASD in children, providers often under-utilize referrals for therapies, services, and assistive technologies for adults on the autism spectrum. Such therapies, services, or technologies are not meant to treat or cure autism, but can potentially help adults on the autism spectrum improve function or quality of life. The aim is to help patients address challenges, increase coping strategies, treat co-occurring conditions, or obtain needed accommodations or supports. Participation in therapy should be the patient's choice.
The following are a few examples where providers may consider referring adult patients on the autism spectrum for additional therapies, services, or assistive technologies.
Many individuals who have limited speech can benefit from the use of assistive and augmentative communication (AAC) technology, such as picture boards or text-to-speech devices. There are countless examples of individuals who could not communicate effectively until they learned to use assistive technology as adults. Typically, such patients' intellectual capabilities are under-estimated. Patients also may continue to develop and mature well into adult life. Failed attempts to use assistive communication in the past should not preclude reconsideration of a referral for adult patients with limited communication skills.
The benefit of AAC is not limited to individuals with minimal speech. Many people on the autism spectrum report that their ability to communicate using speech varies significantly from one time to the next, or in different situations. Similarly, even people who sound as if they have fluent speech may find that they communicate much more effectively using AAC devices such as text-to-speech programs. Conversely, patients who have difficulty writing may benefit from speech-to-text or word completion programs. AAC and assistive writing technologies can be used with free-standing devices, computers, or smartphones and other mobile devices. When caring for patients on the autism spectrum who report challenges with spoken or written language, consider offering referrals to Speech and Language Pathologists or Occupational Therapists who have experience with these technologies. Other assistive technologies that may be useful to adults on the autism spectrum include electronic organization or reminder systems.
Many patients on the autism spectrum experience mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. One should not assume that mental health problems are inherent to autism. Identifying and addressing co-occurring mental health issues is important. In some cases, patients may respond well to typical therapies such as antidepressants. In other cases, it may be critical to find a therapist who understands how to work with adults on the autism spectrum, because typical assumptions about how to communicate effectively with patients or foster strong therapeutic relationships may or may not apply to individual patients.
Mental health therapists may also be able to offer strategies or ideas for accommodations to help with communication, organization, or sensory sensitivities. Some mental health therapists can help patients learn ways to understand and manage social situations. Patients may find therapy helpful in finding ways to understand and respond to negative emotions or to help prevent melt-downs.
Speech language pathologists and occupational therapists can potentially help adult patients find effective strategies for improving social communication and increasing independence in activities of daily living. Vocational rehabilitation services are often available to help patients on the autism spectrum obtain or sustain employment.
Local autism centers, autism organizations, developmental disability programs or offices, or professional organizations may have names of therapists who have expertise working with adults on the autism spectrum. Autism NOW lists many national and local resources for individuals on the autism spectrum.
There is scare data on the health status of autistic adults. However, some studies show that autistic adults have high rates of chronic medical conditions including epilepsy, gastrointestinal disorders, metabolic syndrome, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance and exposure to violence and abuse.1,2,3,4 Autism is associated with reduced life expectancy, especially for those with epilepsy, moderate to severe intellectual disability and female sex. Preventable causes such as accidents, trauma and barriers to accessing medical care may also contribute.5,6,7
Roughly 20-30% of autistic adults have epilepsy. Prevalence is higher for autistics with intellectual disabilities.8,9 Heartburn, constipation, food intolerances and feeding problems are common. These problems can cause agitation and distress.10,11 There is no specific diet recommended for autistic adults, but many people have sensory sensitivities to flavors, textures or smells. Some people require support to remember to eat or to prepare meals. Autistic adults have higher-than-average prevalence of high blood pressure, cholesterol, obesity and diabetes.12,13 Risk can be reduced with healthy diet, exercise and minimizing the use of medications that cause problems with metabolism.14,15,16 Anxiety and depression appear to be more common in autistic adults.17,18 These mental health issues may be worsened by stress, trauma lack of effective communication and lack of agency. Sleep disturbances are often associated with unrecognized medical problems or side effects of medications. Diagnosing and addressing these problems improve sleep. Also, in autistic people, the best evidence supports treatment of insomina with good sleep habits and melatonin 30 minutes prior to bedtime.20,21
Autistic people are also at risk for physical and sexual violence from partners, supporters and peers. Other forms of abuse include neglecting to provide needed care, economic abuse or withholding an assistive device.
1Doshi-Velez F, Ge Y, Kohane I. Comorbidity Clusters in Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Electronic Health Record Time-Series Analysis. Pediatrics. 2014;133(1):e54-e63.
2Tyler CV, Schramm SC, Karafa M, Tang AS, Jain AK. Chronic disease risks in young adults with autism spectrum disorder: forewarned is forearmed. American journal on intellectual and developmental disabilities. 2011;116(5):371-380.
3Kohane IS, McMurry A, Weber G, et al. The co-morbidity burden of children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders. PloS one. 2012;7(4):e33224.
4Hughes RB, Lund EM, Gabrielli J, Powers LE, Curry MA. Hughes, R. B., Lund, E. M., Gabrielli, J., Powers, L. E., & Curry, M. A. (2011). Prevalence of interpersonal violence against community-living adults with disabilities: A literature review. Rehabilitation psychology. 2011;56(4):302.
5Woolfenden S, Sarkozy V, Ridley G, Coory M, Williams K. A systematic review of two outcomes in autism spectrum disorder-epilepsy and mortality. Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology. 2012;54(4):306-312.
6Shavelle RM, Strauss D. Comparative Mortality of Persons with Autism in California, 1989-1996. Journal of Insurance Medicine. 1998;30(4):220-225.
7Shavelle RM, Strauss DJ, Pickett J. Causes of death in autism. Journal of autism and developmental disorders. 2001;31(6):569-576.
8Woolfenden, S., et al. (2012).
9Viscidi, E. W., et al. (2013). "Clinical characteristics of children with autism spectrum disorder and co-occurring epilepsy." PLoS One 8(7): e67797.
10Buie T, Campbell DB, Fuchs GJ, et al. Evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders in individuals with ASDs: a consensus report. Pediatrics. 2010;125(Supplement 1):S1-S18.
11Charlot L, Abend S, Ravin P, Mastis K, Hunt A, Deutsch C. Non?psychiatric health problems among psychiatric inpatients with intellectual disabilities. Journal of Intellectual Disability Research. 2011;55(2):199-209.
12Tyler CV, et.al. (2011).
13Kohane, IS, et.al. (2012)
14de Kuijper, G., et al. (2013). "Determinants of physical health parameters in individuals with intellectual disability who use long-term antipsychotics." Res Dev Disabil 34(9): 2799-2809.
15Bobo, W. V., et al. (2013). "Antipsychotics and the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus in children and youth." JAMA Psychiatry 70(10): 1067-1075.
16de Kuijper, G., et al. (2013). Effects of controlled discontinuation of long-term used antipsychotics for behavioural symptoms in individuals with intellectual disability. J Clin Psychopharmacol 33(4): 520-524.
17Davis III TE, Hess JA, Moree BN, et al. Anxiety symptoms across the lifespan in people diagnosed with autistic disorder. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. 2011;5(1):112-118.
18Allen D, Langthorne P, Tonge B, et al. Towards the Prevention of Behavioural and Psychiatric Disorders in People with Intellectual Disabilities. Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. 2013.
19Rossignol, D. A. and R. E. Frye (2011). "Melatonin in autism spectrum disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis." Dev Med Child Neurol 53(9): 783-792.
20Hylkema, T. and C. Vlaskamp (2009). "Significant improvement in sleep in people with intellectual disabilities living in residential settings by non-pharmaceutical interventions." J Intellect Disabil Res 53(8): 695-703
21Hughes RB, Lund EM, Gabrielli J, Powers LE, Curry MA. Hughes, R. B., Lund, E. M., Gabrielli, J., Powers, L. E., & Curry, M. A. (2011). Prevalence of interpersonal violence against community-living adults with disabilities: A literature review. Rehabilitation psychology. 2011;56(4):302.
22Nicolaidis, C., Kripke, C.C., Raymaker, D.M. (2014) Primary Care for Adults on the Autism Spectrum Medical Clinics of North America. 98;1169-1191.
23Kapp, SK (2013). Empathizing with sensory and movement differences: Moving toward sensitive understanding of autism. Frontiers in Integrative Neuroscience. 7(38)
24American Psychiatric Association. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Association; 2013.
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Podgorica (montenegrinsk: Podgorica eller Подгорица ; tidligere navne Ribnica og Titograd) er Montenegros de facto hovedstad med 156.169(2011) indbyggere. Podgorica ligger ved floden Morača, i det tidligere Jugoslavien var byens navn Titograd.

Ifølge Montenegros forfatning fra 1993 er landets "hovedstad" Cetinje, mens Podgorica er "regeringsby". Præsidentens residens, nationalbiblioteket, -museet, -arkivet og -teatret ligger således i Cetinje, mens parlament, regering, domstol, ministerier og ambassader ligger i Podgorica, der også er uddannelsesmæssigt og økonomisk centrum.

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Nothing Ever Dies: Vietnam and the Memory of War
Viet Thanh Nguyen (Author)
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Finalist, National Book Critics Circle Award
Finalist, National Book Award in Nonfiction
A New York Times Book Review "The Year in Reading" Selection
All wars are fought twice, the first time on the battlefield, the second time in memory. From the author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Sympathizer comes a searching exploration of the conflict Americans call the Vietnam War and Vietnamese call the American War--a conflict that lives on in the collective memory of both nations.
"[A] gorgeous, multifaceted examination of the war Americans call the Vietnam War--and which Vietnamese call the American War...As a writer, [Nguyen] brings every conceivable gift--wisdom, wit, compassion, curiosity--to the impossible yet crucial work of arriving at what he calls 'a just memory' of this war."
--Kate Tuttle, Los Angeles Times
"In Nothing Ever Dies, his unusually thoughtful consideration of war, self-deception and forgiveness, Viet Thanh Nguyen penetrates deeply into memories of the Vietnamese war...[An] important book, which hits hard at self-serving myths."
--Jonathan Mirsky, Literary Review
"Ultimately, Nguyen's lucid, arresting, and richly sourced inquiry, in the mode of Susan Sontag and W. G. Sebald, is a call for true and just stories of war and its perpetual legacy."
--Donna Seaman, Booklist (starred review)
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5.4 X 8.2 X 1.1 inches | 0.75 pounds
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Viet Thanh Nguyen is Aerol Arnold Chair of English and Professor of English and American Studies and Ethnicity at the University of Southern California. His novel The Sympathizer won the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
In Nothing Ever Dies, Nguyen has written a powerful meditation on the manner in which memories are produced, cultivated, even empowered and subdued...He's a lucid and robust voice for the forgotten--forgotten people, forgotten places, and forgotten memories most of all...Nothing Ever Dies is one man's powerful entreaty to a country which has seen nearly endless conflict (one war running upon the next) for generations.--Matthew Snider"PopMatters" (05/25/2016)
This thought-provoking book is recommended for all students of the Vietnam War and those interested in historical memory.--Joshua Wallace"Library Journal" (03/01/2016)
Is there hope for an ethics of memory, or for peace? Nothing Ever Dies reveals that, in our collective memories of conflict, we are still fighting the Forever War. Nguyen's distinctive voice blends ideas with family history in a way that is original, unique, exciting. A vitally important book.--Maxine Hong Kingston, author of To Be a Poet
Inspired by the author's personal odyssey, informed by his wide-ranging exploration of literature, film, and art, this is a provocative and moving meditation on the ethics of remembering and forgetting. Rooted in the Vietnam War and its aftermath, it speaks to all who have been displaced by war and revolution, and carry with them memories, whether their own or of others, private or collective, that are freighted with nostalgia, guilt, and trauma.--Hue-Tam Ho Tai, editor of The Country of Memory: Remaking the Past in Late Socialist Vietnam
Nothing Ever Dies provides the fullest and best explanation of how the Vietnam War has become so deeply inscribed into national memory. Nguyen's elegant prose is at once deeply personal, sweepingly panoramic, and hauntingly evocative.--Ari Kelman, author of A Misplaced Massacre: Struggling over the Memory of Sand Creek
Beautifully written, powerfully argued, thoughtful, provocative.--Marilyn B. Young, author of The Vietnam Wars, 1945-1990
In Nothing Ever Dies, his unusually thoughtful consideration of war, self-deception and forgiveness, Viet Thanh Nguyen penetrates deeply into memories of the Vietnamese war...[An] important book, which hits hard at self-serving myths.--Jonathan Mirsky"Literary Review" (07/01/2016)
Nothing Ever Dies is an account of humanity at its darkest, a realm of war, memory, identity and pain that ventures from the jungles of Vietnam to the killing fields of Cambodia.--Jeffrey Fleishman"Los Angeles Times" (11/14/2016)
[A] gorgeous, multifaceted examination of the war Americans call the Vietnam War--and which Vietnamese call the American War...As a writer, [Nguyen] brings every conceivable gift--wisdom, wit, compassion, curiosity--to the impossible yet crucial work of arriving at what he calls 'a just memory' of this war.--Kate Tuttle"Los Angeles Times" (02/16/2017)
Impassioned yet forensic.--Peter Pierce"The Australian" (02/18/2017)
[Nguyen] produces close readings of the novels, films, monuments, and prisons that form 'the identity of war' in Vietnam, 'a face with carefully drawn features, familiar at a glance to the nation's people.' Nguyen draws insights from Levinas, Ricoeur, and other philosophers, and his approach has affinities with that of hybridists such as W. G. Sebald and Maggie Nelson. The book is also notable for its inclusivity, addressing Cambodian, Laotian, Hmong, and Korean experiences and the competition for narrative dominance in bookstores and box offices.-- (05/09/2016)
Readers will discover the roots of Nguyen's powerful fiction in this profoundly incisive and bracing investigation into the memory of war and how war stories are shaped and disseminated...Ultimately, Nguyen's lucid, arresting, and richly sourced inquiry, in the mode of Susan Sontag and W. G. Sebald, is a call for true and just stories of war and its perpetual legacy.-- (04/01/2016)
Nguyen's work is a powerful reflection on how we choose to remember and forget.--Kirkus Reviews (01/15/2016)
[An] eloquent...narrative of the Vietnam War's psychological impact on combatants and civilians...This is primarily a work that comes to grips with memory and identity through the arts...Nguyen succeeds in delivering a potent critique of the war and revealing what the memories of living have meant for the identities of the next generation.--Publishers Weekly (05/16/2016)
By taking the reader on a sweeping and sobering global tour of artifacts, places, art, texts, and monuments associated with Vietnam, Nguyen argues that our cultural need to reflect accurately upon our history and fully absorb its lessons is forever at war with the impossibility of ever fully knowing the truth, or retelling it accurately...Cautioning that we cannot remember what we do not see, he lists the ways in which the U.S. has failed to fully recognize its own role in Vietnam, let alone the Vietnamese citizens it ostensibly went to Vietnam to protect...It's fitting that Nothing Ever Dies has emerged at a moment when the U.S. and most of Europe are fiercely questioning America's ability to reconcile with the past. Nguyen might say that the only way we can truly acknowledge the past is to contend with how fallible our memories actually are.-- (11/16/2016)
A penetrating analysis by the Pulitzer Prize-winning Nguyen on how the Vietnam War has been remembered by the countries and people that have been most affected by it.--Listener (11/26/2016)
In this elegantly written book, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Nguyen offers a comprehensive, balanced analysis of how the Vietnam War has been remembered and forgotten--both privately and collectively...Examining a medley of cultural forms--novels, monuments, cemeteries, souvenirs, video games, photography, museum exhibits, and movies--Nguyen calls attention to the inequality in the industrial production of memory and to the power of art to disable future wars. One of the book's most original--and perhaps controversial--arguments is that to avoid simplifying the other, people need to recognize both their humanity and their ever-present inhumanity and those of others as well.-- (11/01/2016)
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When you decide to understand your current financial status and want to analyze and do it on your own, make a statement and keep this framework for your entire future. This can be helpful to understand your profits and losses and also to make better future plans.
This becomes crucial when you are in the plan to start your own business soon. So the decision to create your income statement is clear to define your business route. Let us take a quick look at the easy steps to do one.
Choose and decide your format: this is the first step to make a comfortable format that you can easily understand and work with. The easiest one is a spreadsheet like excel which can give you all formula and calculations made better. There is no need to worry if you are not computer oriented, a good notebook and pen will do to make a handwritten version. You could also look at options like taking a software to make the financial statement.
Create a balance sheet: if you are a non-accounts person, learn the basics of a balance This will contain the complete details of your assets and liabilities in a systematic format. It is a two column one, with assets on the left and liabilities on the right. list out the actuals from your record of finance and when you subtract your liabilities from assets you can obtain your network.
Create an income statement: another format which gives you the details of the revenues and expenditures that you have come across so long. This will contain all the details relating to your finances as salary received, bonus received, rent paid, utility bills paid etc. so when you get the difference between the revenue and expenditure you get your net income from this. A quick and simple process.
Update this statement regularly: once you have created the statement as per your convenience, make it a habit to keep updating what will you do afterward with income and expenses. Thus, you can look at it at the time of need and save it for a long time.
Include descriptions: at places where necessary, you can add some descriptions along with just numerical to show the exact reasons for the income or expense or any description which you need to keep in mind.
Take advice from a financial expert: when you are done with all the above, have a meeting with a financial advisor to just understand that you are on the right.


A Home Inspection is a comprehensive and detailed visual inspection of system and major accessible component defects and safety issues. The inspection is not technically exhaustive. Home inspections are designed to reflect, as accurately as possible, the visible condition of the home at the time of the inspection. A Home Inspection may take as much as 2-3 hours on site to complete.
Home Inspection time is an exciting time for you as you're one step closer to realizing your dream home. A Home Inspection is not a pass or fail. All the findings are to benefit YOU, the buyer. You will save money knowing any safety concerns in advance and have a negotiating edge.
Most findings will be maintenance recommendations and minor imperfections. Correct them as soon as possible.
1. Major defects. An example of this might be a structural failure.
2. Things that may lead to major defects, such as a roof flashing leak.
3. Safety hazards, such as an exposed, live electrical wiring.
Often, a serious problem is inexpensive to correct to protect both life and property. Sellers are under no obligation to repair everything mentioned in an inspection report. No house is perfect so keep things in perspective.
After your home inspection is complete we will review our initial findings on site. We can address any questions or concerns you may have as well.
I will also help you devise an annual maintenance plan. Doing so will keep your family safe and your home in tip top condition for years to come.


The Popolari Uniti are a small Christian-democratic party, founded in 2008 as a split from UDEUR. It is mainly active in Basilicata. It received one seat in the Basilicata regional elections in 2010.
The logo combines the national colours, a few yellow stars and the party name in blue, all on a white field. The flag is white with the logo .


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Facebook and WhatsApp bug for more than six hours
After the flaws discovered last September, place a huge Facebook bug that paralyzes the social network.
Facebook is never done with its problems. Last September, Facebook teams announced that they had discovered vulnerabilities that had been open for about fourteen months, and that allowed hackers to connect to any account and to many services through the use of the Facebook button. Login. What to scare users away.
Bad luck, today, a new problem arises. Since around 5 p.m., an outage has completely blocked the use of Facebook in Europe and the United States. Indeed, it is impossible to post anything on Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatApp. Messages, photos, videos, no media can escape this bug. Sometimes connection to these services is also not possible. This Facebook bug is not regular. Sometimes the services return to normal and other times the outage returns with a vengeance.
Mark Zuckerberg, the boss of the four social networks mentioned above, indicates on Twitter that they are aware of the problem, that they are working to solve it, and that it is not a DDoS attack.
https://twitter.com/facebook/status/1105907126424109056
The downdetector site, which allows you to see fault reports around the world, will allow you to find information on the progress of the fault: https://downdetector.com/status/facebook/map/
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Courage/EnCourage chapters begin in diocese
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The history of hockey is just like that of golf as it principally is rooted from any sport that concerned a stick and a ball or rock which have all been played for thousands of years. As soon as a sport's energy score based mostly pointspread is decided, the oddsmaker will make changes to that line after considering every group's most recent video games played and previous games played against that opponent. Additionally, changes are made after studying every staff's local newspapers to get a way of what the coaches & gamers are thinking going into the game. Sports activities psychology has indeed proved to be a important tool for developing the requisite psychological toughness athletes need to perform effectively and be at their best.
Explosiveness can also be proven in the way in which hill sprints can increase your gamers' vertical jumps – a key measure of power. Leaping is admittedly the identical as sprinting – pushing your physique forward (or up) in opposition to gravity. The extra energy you possibly can generate from your legs when pushing, the farther or increased you will go. Michael Chang, who had received a Grand Slam, plans to open an academy for younger players in China. He as soon as said, "I have a want, which is to contribute my expertise accrued from playing in world tournaments to the event of tennis in China".
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Ladies's soccer is one of the less glamorous sports. But the 1985 Word Cup closing between the USA and China was watched by a document number of individuals. The USA won the nail-biting encounter, which was decided on penalty shootout, when Brandi Chastain calmly converted her penalty. Regular Basketball: Equally, double-dribbling is a commonly broken rule, whereby the player dribbles the ball, holds the ball after which begins dribbling once more. Henderson, as everyone anticipated, walked away from all the occasion among the many high gamers, bringing home $eight,000 in prize cash.
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Probably the most thrilling moment for the sport's fan is to see his favorite sportsman taking part in in entrance of him. Sports activities and hobbies in Kenya are embedded within the country's culture and are used to promote the extremely social existence and collectivist nature of the populace. By investing in sports as a culture (shown by way of the number of gold medals she has received), Kenya has additionally cemented its popularity as a house of sports activities champions. The Kenyan nationwide anthem is a frequent tune at international sporting events as sports activities men and women obtain accolades for his or her sporting achievements.
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The worldwide appeal of hockey grew tremendously because of the Olympic Games. It was first performed on the Games in 1924 and solely allowed male groups. Canada was a protected bet to win the gold medal as they gained the primary six out of seven golds. From the mid fifties to the eighties the Soviet Union dominated. Although the US won its first gold medal in hockey history in1960 it was the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" the place our school newbie crew went on to beat the heavily favored Russians that spurred a growth in Americas appetite for hockey.
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Essentially the most thrilling second for the game's fan is to see his favourite sportsman playing in entrance of him. Having stated that, I encourage mother and father to remove the need to look at their eight year olds win the weekend event; I encourage coaches to remove there 'Lombardi' hats when they walk right into a practice or recreation scenario; I additionally encourage strength and conditioning coaches to take away there craving to 'take a look at' young athletes from a biomotor perspective and look only to increase a baby's skill from a performance outlook. A tennis match is happening within the open air mostly while the basketball matches happen solely in sport halls. The time of the basketball match is proscribed and glued while the time of the tennis match could also be totally different. The results of the tennis match is decided after two out of three won units by one of the participant (sometimes these values appears to be like like three out of 5).
The Asian country has had many famous sportswomen previously century: Kuo-tuang Jung (table tennis), Lu Li (gymnastics), Chen Yueling (track and field), Fu Mingxia (diving), Zheng Meizhu (volleyball), Gao Min (diving), Haixia Zheng (basketball), Yang Xilan (volleyball), Zhuang Xiaoyan (judo), Hong Qian (swimming), Gu Jun (badminton), Chuang Tse-tung (desk tennis), Wang Huifeng (fencing), Hsie-ting (table tennis), Wei Qiang (softball), Yong Zhuang (swimming), He Ying (archery), Ge Fei (badminton), Le Jingyi (swimming), Wang Junxia (track and discipline), Xu Yanmei (diving), Solar Fuming (judo), Li Duihong (shooting), Mo Huilan (gymnastics) and Qu Yunxia (athletics).
These are all valid questions that get answered, consciously or unconsciously, before most every registration. In some instances, there are few choices (i.e. you can't all the time select your coach) with restricted repercussions; nevertheless, as players become more specialised and play at a higher level, the choice from a mess of opportunities might dictate the direction and high quality of the expertise. On this case, mother and father should match goal with expectation to make the most effective decision, given the alternatives and circumstances. Like the whole lot else in life, there are not any ensures that intent will turn out to be reality; nonetheless, it's clearly the best place to start out.
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Sports activities and hobbies in Kenya are embedded in the country's tradition and are used to promote the highly social lifestyles and collectivist nature of the populace. By investing in sports as a tradition (shown by means of the variety of gold medals she has received), Kenya has also cemented its reputation as a house of sports champions. The Kenyan national anthem is a frequent tune at worldwide sporting events as sports activities women and men obtain accolades for his or her sporting achievements.
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Apart from doing "the necessities' of life, the on a regular basis Hawaiian commoner found a while to wile away the hours in pursuit of pastimes. Probably the greatest things concerning the cornhole game, nevertheless, is the benefit with which it may be performed. It is a good thing for any type of social gathering, as a result of just about anyone can play it with out worrying about the best way to perceive the foundations. The sport just isn't tough, and the rules usually are not complex, making the sport something that may be enjoyed by anybody, young or old, at any talent level. Folks can also make their own cornhole boards and cornhole units. There are plans available on the Web for almost everyone to make use of. The cornhole board might be made fairly easily with just a few easy tools by somebody with only a average stage of talent.
In the history of sports pictures the earliest of contributors had been more involved with the activities of the nation elite, but by the tip of World Battle I, readers of sporting journals had been changing into involved within the professional athletes of American baseball and tennis. The vast majority of these early photos had been of prominent gamers in posed conditions, giving te sense of action. Baseball gamers have been posed with bat in hand on the plate, teams had been lined up for group shots and so forth, however the 'action' shot was nonetheless not broadly seen.
Secondly, a high fiber diet also aids the physique in sustaining the best weight for peak efficiency in sports activities. Athletes who're carrying excess weight for his or her sports will do nicely to have excessive fiber diets as this will create a 'fullness' impact throughout the physique, thereby slowing down the consumption of different food classes especially carbohydrates and fat. It will mean that much less potential fats are fashioned as storage. After all the athlete have to be careful to soak up ample gas meals to make sure that their power level is ample to maintain their every day activities together with training.
I took a seat at one end of the auditorium. The place filled to standing room solely. Aside from a couple of family and pals, the group of perhaps 200 was principally players competing within the other events. Make some noise!" the DJ urged them recurrently, they usually obliged. Many held signs that learn for hims four bagger," a reference to a player sinking all 4 beanbags, supplied by an ACL sponsor, Hims, which sells low cost erectile-dysfunction medicine. After we begin writing the we aren't the spectator, we're the player. We play the game in our own method. Writing helps to relax. Once we are upset or too tensed after a game and if we write about it, we feel relaxed. Our thoughts thinks every part occurred as we thought. It gives happiness.
Marty Banks is likely one of the final of the outdated-school characters playing the fashionable recreation. Billie Jean King, the women's tennis champion of that time performed against a journeyman tennis player Bobby Riggs. Jean King gained the match to show that the tennis queens usually are not inferior in anyway. Divided action means the sportsbook is assured a revenue on the sport due to the fee charged to the bettor (referred to as juice or vig – usually $eleven bet to win $10). Basketball is way more contact sport than tennis. Basketball gamers are preventing with each other to make a rebound or steal the ball typically pushing themselves and staying on the opponent's method. On the opposite approach – tennis players have got no direct contact with each other. They are touching themselves solely on the beginning and the ending of the match by shaking theirs fingers and even giving themselves a hug.


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Home CULTURE SPACES AT HOME Spaces & Design: Good Groundwork
April 1, 2014 Lianna Patch 0
Spaces & Design: Good Groundwork
Start with the rug when designing your space.
The right rug does much more than offer a soft surface for feet. From the bedroom to the living room, rugs can tie together the home, add visual interest and even help create distinct spaces within a room.
To ensure you're purchasing a high-quality, authentic rug that won't bleed, fade or fall apart, it's worth hiring someone who knows rugs inside and out. Sharon Schenk, owner of NOLA Rugs on Magazine Street, has spent her career becoming a rug expert. She's studied under noted rug scholars in London and San Francisco, and traveled to four continents to personally source beautiful, traditionally handmade rugs from Nepal, Afghanistan, Morocco, Turkey and other countries.
When evaluating a rug, Schenck considers dye quality, construction and condition (among other concerns). "For most people, there's way too much that you have to learn to be able to figure it out yourself," she says. To ensure that she's in touch with every step of the rug-making process, Schenck travels overseas an average of three times per year.
Placement and design are also pivotal parts of choosing the right rug; to that end, Schenck works with designers to select, source or custom-weave rugs that suit their designated spaces.
Pick and Place the Perfect Rug
First things first. Because it's easier to match other décor to a rug, focus on finding the right rug before designing the rest of a room. "With a rug, you're dealing with particular colors and particular fabrics, so you have a lot less choice," Schenck says. Choose your rug first, and then match paint colors, furniture and accent items to it.
Invest in quality. Price is one area where novice rug-buyers might be tempted to skimp — but it's not worth the money you think you're saving. "The most common mistake is to buy a rug at a rug auction," Schenck says. "Rug auctions are known to be where you get rid of your problem rugs." These auctions are where you'll find rugs that are not made of the materials they claim. In addition, you'll lose out on the opportunity to try the rug out and see if it fits your space.
A high-quality rug can be deep cleaned; even with cleaning, its colors will last much longer than those of low-quality rugs. "You want something that can be cleaned well, that's got good dyes," Schenck explains. "A good rug can be totally wet-washed, whereas with cheap rugs, you spill water on them and the colors run."
Take a test run. Like most high-quality rug dealers, NOLA Rugs allows customers to try rugs out in their houses. That way, you can be sure that the bold pattern that looked so natural in the rug store won't overpower your living room, and that the room allows adequate space between the rug's edges and the wall.
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There are a variety of spacing and placement options to make sure that your new rug augments your space, including laying rugs at an angle to furniture or positioning them in a way that makes the room feel larger. Most designers recommend placing rugs a minimum of 6 inches and no more than 2 feet from the wall. This rule of thumb helps firmly anchor a rug in its space.
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No matter how carefully you clean, these irritants may still be lurking in and around your home.
Another year, another allergy season. If you suffer from springtime sneezing, itchy eyes, and nasal congestion—all symptoms of allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever—you may be dreading the next few months as trees and flowers bloom and release pollen, one of the most common allergens in the United States.
You also probably know some tricks for minimizing your exposure to airborne irritants, like keeping your home vacuumed and dusted, and staying indoors on high-pollen days. But those strategies may not be as effective as you think: Pollen and other allergy triggers may be hiding in places in and around your home you'd never realize. To truly clear the air, consider these other potential contributors to your allergy symptoms.
When pollen is in the air, any outer layer of clothing you wear outdoors can collect these tiny particles. That's why it's a good idea to brush off jackets or sweatshirts before heading back indoors. If you've been walking through a park or field with tall grass or blooming plants, give your pants a good shake-off too.
"The pollens that causes most people problems aren't the heavy, large particles—it's the smaller, invisible ones that are light enough to become airborne," says Keith Young, MD, an allergist at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Translation: Even if you don't see allergens on your clothing, they might still be there. If you're particularly sensitive, put potentially contaminated items directly into the washer rather than letting them lay around or wearing them again.
Because heavy pollens fall to the ground and we don't typically breathe them in, you may not have to worry so much about the yellow powder you're tracking in on your shoes. But your kicks can bring in other potential allergens as well, including dust and dirt that can make its way into your carpets.
To keep these particles outdoors where they belong, leave shoes by the door. The same goes for anything else that's visibly dirty, like gardening gloves, tools, or outdoor sports equipment.
You probably remember to wash your sheets and vacuum your floors regularly, but how often do you give your window dressings a good cleaning? Curtains and other window coverings may initially block allergens from blowing into your home, says Bryan Martin, MD, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology—but that just means they're collecting those particles themselves.
"When your windows are open and your curtains are blowing around, they're acting like a filter and a collection surface," says Dr. Martin. "But the more pollen and allergens they collect, the more it's going to be a potential irritant for you." Wash curtains at least seasonally, and replace horizontal blinds with easy-to-clean roll-up shades.
Leaving your bedroom windows open on breezy springtime days can bring pollen into your bed. But even if you seal up your sleeping quarters on high-pollen days, there are other ways it can become contaminated: If you come in from the outside and immediately plop down on your sheets, for example, or if you toss your bag or jacket onto your comforter.
But pollen isn't your biggest worry when it comes to allergens in bed. Dust mites are much more common in mattresses, blankets, and pillows, says Dr. Young, and can cause sneezing, coughing, and itching year-round. These microscopic critters exist in all homes—no matter how clean you are or how much time you spend dusting. Your best defense against them is to use allergen-proof fabric or plastic covers on your mattress and pillows, and to wash your bedding weekly in hot water.
Just as dust mites can get into your pillows and blankets, they're also living in your kids' stuffed animals and plush toys. That can be a real health hazard, since dust mites are a common cause of asthma in children.
"We tell people who are allergic to dust mites to remove stuffed animals from the bedroom or at least from the bed," says Dr. Martin. You can also reduce your family's exposure by buying machine-washable toys and laundering them regularly. (Run them through the clothes dryer, too, rather than air-drying them.) Items that can't be washed can be put in the freezer for 24 hours to kill dust mites.
Yes, you can be allergic to your pet's dander—but if you suddenly begin sneezing or wheezing around your four-legged friend, don't automatically assume it's a reaction to the animal itself. That's because your dog or outdoor cat can also track in additional allergens, like dust and pollen.
"During pollen season they run and roll around in the grass, and they pick up these particles on their coats," says Dr. Martin. To cut down on transmission, wipe them down with a damp washcloth after they've spent time outside. Keeping your pet out of your bed and off of upholstered furniture can help keep allergens away, too.
If you've ever looked closely at a box fan in a window, you've probably noticed how dirty it can get; that's because it's capturing a lot of those airborne particles that can contribute to allergies. What you can't see? It's also increasing the flow of these particles into your house. Wipe down blades and cages regularly, and don't run window fans during days or times when pollen is high.
Be sure to take care of air conditioners, too: Both window and central AC units have filters to block the influx of pollen and other allergens, but these filters need to be changed as directed in order for them to do their job.
Buying an air filter probably won't make a huge difference in your air quality or in how you feel, says Young, but you may find it beneficial if you do suffer from bad allergies. If you want to try one, shop smart: Look for brands that contain a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter, and avoid those that produce ozone—a gas that can irritate the lungs.
Running your vacuum regularly can help remove pollen, dust mites, and other allergens from your floors—especially where you have rugs and carpets. But it can also stir up tiny particles that can become airborne and inhaled; some models even spew dust and allergens out of their exhaust vents.
To capture as many of these particles as possible—and avoid spreading them all over your house—use a vacuum with a HEPA filter, and make sure both the filter and bag (if applicable) are changed as often as directed. For non-carpeted surfaces, consider mopping instead. And if you're extra sensitive to dust or indoor allergens, wear a dust mask while you vacuum, or ask someone else to do it for you.
Overall, Dr. Martin agrees, carpeted surfaces will always hold more allergens than non-carpeted ones—something to consider if you are badly affected by indoor allergens. On top of that, new carpets can also off-gas toxic chemicals called volatile organic compounds (VOCs) when you first bring them into your home.
Just like your carpet and bedding can collect allergens like dust mites and pet dander, so can upholstered couches and chairs throughout the house—even upholstered headboards in the bedroom.
Vacuuming furniture regularly can help remove surface dust and pet hair. (Be careful with steam cleaning, which kills dust mites but can foster the growth of more allergens by increasing humidity levels.) When shopping for new furniture, consider easy-to-clean coverings like leather.
During spring allergy season, you may pick up pollen in your hair every time you walk around outside—especially if you use gel or mousse, which can trap the tiny bits of plant powder. Not only can this bother you during the day, but it can also be transferred to your pillows and bedding at night.
Washing your hair before bed at night can rinse away those particles and help keep your sheets and pillowcases clean. If you're spending a lot of time outside on high-pollen days and don't plan on showering afterward, consider wearing a hat.
Mold is another common indoor allergen, caused by excess moisture. It can grow year-round, but springtime rainfall can increase a home's likelihood of leaks or high humidity levels. Holes in the roof or damaged plumbing in the kitchen or bathroom are common sources of mold, says Martin, although its growth may be hidden behind a wall and unnoticeable at first.
If you suspect you might have moisture behind your walls—unexplained allergy symptoms or a musty smell are two potential clues—hire a professional to test for mold and remove it if necessary.
Potted plants can also be a source of mold or mildew, says Dr. Martin, especially if their soil is kept too moist or water is left to pool in the pot's tray. (The same goes for fresh-cut flowers if their water goes too long without being changed.) Remove moldy leaves from plants immediately, and give the soil time to dry between waterings.
Most leafy house plants don't release pollen, but check with your gardener before buying any shrubs, grasses, or small trees you plan to keep indoors. Colorful flowers usually don't trigger pollen allergies either, but keep in mind that some can have strong odors.
If you're driving on busy highways, though, the biggest thing to worry about is exposure to gasoline and diesel emissions. Even on mild spring days when it feels great to put the windows down, it's and set your car's air to "recirculate," found a 2013 University of Southern California study.
Not everyone has to rule out line drying, adds Dr. Young. (After all, it's better for the environment than tumbling dry in a machine.) Pay close attention to pollen counts in your area, and whether you experience allergy symptoms after bringing laundry in from outdoors.
Wood-burning fireplaces and stoves provide a cozy atmosphere, but they can also create smoke and fine particle pollution that can irritate airways and aggravate asthma and allergies. Smoke produced by backyard fire pits and campfires in the woods can also be hazardous to people with heart or lung disease, as well as young children and older adults.
If you do want to use your fireplace, consider having a ; it can reduce air pollution by up to 70%. Be sure your chimney is clear and in good working order, and never burn wet wood, which produces more smoke.
Allergens that cling to clothing and jackets can find a temporary home in the upholstered seats of busy movie theaters, Dr. Martin says. Pollen is one possibility in the springtime, but the biggest culprit year-round is cat dander. "The cat antigen is electrostatically charged and it's very small, so it sticks to everything—walls, chairs, clothes—and it travels around with people," he explains.
"If you're allergic to cats, you don't have to physically be around a cat to have a reaction," Dr. Martin adds. Pay attention to when and where you experience symptoms, so you can talk to your doctor about pretreating yourself in the future—like, for example, taking an antihistamine before going to the movies.
One of the most obvious yet overlooked places where allergens can hide isn't right under your nose—it's right in it. Every time you inhale, tiny hairs inside your nostrils act as filters, trapping particles like pollen and dust. The problem is, they can get stuck there and contribute to your body's allergic response.
Rinsing your nasal cavity with a saline wash or using a neti pot can help clear away accumulated allergens and mucous, and may help you feel better faster. Just be sure to follow all instructions and don't over-use these products, as long-term or improper use has been linked to certain .
Finally, it's important to consider who is coming into your home and what they're bringing along. Along with pollen and pet dander, houseguests who smoke or who work with strong chemicals can also bring in toxic fumes (like ) on their clothing.
You probably don't want to refuse your loved ones entry into your home, but you may consider asking them to remove their jackets and shoes before entering. As for those frequent visitors who smoke, this is just another reason to encourage them to quit.


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Q: tips on Adding/creating a drop down selection box in pygame I am making a game in pygame that requires me to have a drop down box and radio buttons for selection of an option. Any hints as to how to go about this would be appreciated.
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A: I recommend implementing a class for graphical UI elements. The class has a constructor (__init__) that defines all required attributes and all required states. A Draw method that draws the entire UI element depending on its current state. The class should have an update method that receives the events, changes the state of the UI:
class OptionBox():

    def __init__(self, x, y, w, h, color, ...):
        ...

    def draw(self, surf):
        ...

    def update(self, event_list):
        ...

See also UI elements and see some examples:
Dropdown menu

Radio Button

Option Box:

import pygame

class OptionBox():

    def __init__(self, x, y, w, h, color, highlight_color, font, option_list, selected = 0):
        self.color = color
        self.highlight_color = highlight_color
        self.rect = pygame.Rect(x, y, w, h)
        self.font = font
        self.option_list = option_list
        self.selected = selected
        self.draw_menu = False
        self.menu_active = False
        self.active_option = -1

    def draw(self, surf):
        pygame.draw.rect(surf, self.highlight_color if self.menu_active else self.color, self.rect)
        pygame.draw.rect(surf, (0, 0, 0), self.rect, 2)
        msg = self.font.render(self.option_list[self.selected], 1, (0, 0, 0))
        surf.blit(msg, msg.get_rect(center = self.rect.center))

        if self.draw_menu:
            for i, text in enumerate(self.option_list):
                rect = self.rect.copy()
                rect.y += (i+1) * self.rect.height
                pygame.draw.rect(surf, self.highlight_color if i == self.active_option else self.color, rect)
                msg = self.font.render(text, 1, (0, 0, 0))
                surf.blit(msg, msg.get_rect(center = rect.center))
            outer_rect = (self.rect.x, self.rect.y + self.rect.height, self.rect.width, self.rect.height * len(self.option_list))
            pygame.draw.rect(surf, (0, 0, 0), outer_rect, 2)

    def update(self, event_list):
        mpos = pygame.mouse.get_pos()
        self.menu_active = self.rect.collidepoint(mpos)

        self.active_option = -1
        for i in range(len(self.option_list)):
            rect = self.rect.copy()
            rect.y += (i+1) * self.rect.height
            if rect.collidepoint(mpos):
                self.active_option = i
                break

        if not self.menu_active and self.active_option == -1:
            self.draw_menu = False

        for event in event_list:
            if event.type == pygame.MOUSEBUTTONDOWN and event.button == 1:
                if self.menu_active:
                    self.draw_menu = not self.draw_menu
                elif self.draw_menu and self.active_option >= 0:
                    self.selected = self.active_option
                    self.draw_menu = False
                    return self.active_option
        return -1

pygame.init()
clock = pygame.time.Clock()
window = pygame.display.set_mode((640, 480))

list1 = OptionBox(
    40, 40, 160, 40, (150, 150, 150), (100, 200, 255), pygame.font.SysFont(None, 30),
    ["option 1", "2nd option", "another option"])

run = True
while run:
    clock.tick(60)
    event_list = pygame.event.get()
    for event in event_list:
        if event.type == pygame.QUIT:
            run = False

    selected_option = list1.update(event_list)
    if selected_option >= 0:
        print(selected_option)

    window.fill((255, 255, 255))
    list1.draw(window)
    pygame.display.flip()

pygame.quit()
exit()

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This Saturday has a really interesting rematch of the DFB Cup final Frankfurt vs. Dortmund. After a horrible performance in the second half of last season in league play, Frankfurt went shopping and was able to get Sebastian Haller and Prince Botang. This has made a difference on the offensive side of the ball and was something that was really missing last season. They have also been able to make up for injured Meier and Fabian. What is different this year is that Frankfurt has a lot of away wins and some losses at home. This is almost the polar opposite of last year. This time around the tickets are sold out in Frankfurt and it will be loud.
Dortmund started the season well with new trainer Peter Bosz. They have had a hard time in the last few weeks though, losing to RB Leipzig 3-2 and then losing in the Champions Leauge against APOEL. Dortmund will also have a shorter week having played on Tuesday. Aubameyang has scored 10 goals in 8 Bundesliga outings this season and it will be hard for Frankfurt to stop him, but who has the better defense Frankfurt or Dortmund?
This could be a shootout rather than a grinding defensive match. Frankfurt will want revenge for the 2-1 loss a the DFB Cup final and will also have confidence being at home and having been able to do something they could not last year, score goals. I see value on a few bets here and I think that the market has not caught up with the Frankfurt offense and they still have a reputation for being a team that is fine with parking the bus.
Both sides have a nice list of injuries and players that will be out. No clear advantage there.


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Anthony Joshua next opponent confirmed as Andy Ruiz Jr for New York debut after Jarrell Miller banned
Ruiz, 29, has 32 wins from his 33 professional fights, having been beaten by Joseph Parker, by majority decision, in 2016
Samuel Lovett
Wednesday 01 May 2019 11:23
Anthony Joshua talks about Miller's failed drugs test
Andy Ruiz Jr has been unveiled as Anthony Joshua's new opponent following Jarrell Miller's failed drugs tests.
Joshua's promoter, Matchroom Boxing, confirmed the news on Wednesday morning, announcing that the American has agreed terms for the Madison Square Garden bout.
"CONFIRMED: @anthonyfjoshua will defend his World Heavyweight Titles vs @Andy_destroyer1 Ruiz, June 1 @TheGarden!" a tweet read on the official Matchroom Boxing account.
Joshua, holder of the WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight titles, has been searching for a new opponent ahead of his United States bow on 1 June after Miller was handed a six-month ban for doping.
Ruiz, 29, has 32 wins from his 33 professional fights, having been beaten by Joseph Parker, by majority decision, in 2016. Joshua defeated New Zealander Parker last year, taking his WBO crown.
February top 10 pound-for-pound boxers in the world
1/16February top 10 pound-for-pound boxers in the world
Who is the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world?
The ranking of The Independent's 10 best male boxers on the planet. Take a look through to see who comes out on top.
On the rise: Anthony Joshua
Joshua recaptured his world heavyweight titles in dominant fashion, but in a new manner for the Briton: boxing beautifully off the back foot. He is now back in the mix, even if he is just behind Wilder and Fury, to be considered the best heavyweight in the world. All three are just on the outside of our list though until they fight each other
On the rise: Deontay Wilder
Nobody can deny he has a claim as the most powerful puncher pound-for-pound, but despite wiping out Luis Ortiz, the Bronze Bomber needs to beat Tyson Fury clearly to justify a place inside the top 10 here
In the mix: Tyson Fury
Like Joshua and Wilder before, with a legitimate case to be the No 1 heavyweight in the world, Fury is just on the outside of our top 10 - if he manages to comprehensively beat Wilder - staying away from that big right hand for the full 12 rounds - he will be the first of the trio to leap back inside the top 10
On the rise: Josh Taylor (16-0)
Josh Taylor's win over Regis Prograis to win the WBSS at 140 pounds was a massive statement - he'll need to become the undisputed light welterweight champion by beating Jose Ramirez to make his place inside the top 10 indisputable
On the rise: Miguel Berchelt (37-1)
Miguel Berchelt smashed Jose Sosa to pieces inside four rounds to defend his WBC super featherweight title - now 37-1 and undefeated since 2014 with 16 consecutive wins and six straight defences
10. Juan Francisco Estrada (39-3-0)
The two-weight world champion grabbed the lineal super flyweight title against Sor Rungvisai to snatch his pound-for-pound status and the WBC gold.
9. Mikey Garcia (39-1-0)
Despite coming up short against Errol Spence in their welterweight bout, Garcia is still a modern great as a four-weight world champion.
8. Gennady Golovkin (39-1-1)
Despite suffering the first loss of his career against Canelo Alvarez, Golovkin's stellar career keeps him in our rankings. The boxing legend is now a two-time world champion.
7. Manny Pacquiao (62-7-2)
The Filipino looked sensational to outpoint Keith Thurman, flooring the American and rolling back the years at 40 years old to confirm himself as the No 3 welterweight in the world at worst. Considering the illustrious names on his resume, a place inside the top 10 pound-for-pound list and a world class win this year confirms his place here.
6. Errol Spence (26-0-0)
Spence beat Shawn Porter to unify the welterweight division as he goes in search of more belts. Danny Garcia looks set to be next.
5. Oleksandr Usyk (17-0-0)
The undisputed, undefeated, unified cruiserweight world champion has successfully moved up in weight, beating Chazz Witherspoon on his heavyweight debut.
4. Naoya Inoue (19-0-0)
The man nicknamed the 'monster' beat Nonito Donaire to win the World Boxing Super Series and move to 19-0 after a hard fought battle.
3. Terence Crawford (35-0-0)
Another three-weight world champion, Crawford enters our top three and reaffirmed his place as one of the sport's greats after a knockout win against Amir Khan.
2. Canelo Alvarez (53-1-2)
One loss and a whole heap of controversy but Canelo's record is one to be celebrated, a now four-weight world champion and still not even 30 years of age. The biggest star in the sport and an impressive KO win of Sergey Kovalev cements his standing, arguably has a claim to the throne, but he just misses out here.
1. Vasyl Lomachenko (14-1-0)
There can only be one. The king of the amateur game has stepped up to become the king of the professionals. Just 15 fights into his career and despite one career defeat, the current unified lightweight world champion sets records for days. Loma won a world title in his third fight, became a two-weight champion in his seventh, and a three-weight champion in his twelfth fight. The king. Less magic against a brave Luke Campbell, but more brutality, slashing body shots and exquisite balance and movement. Who's next? Commey, Lopez, Davis?
Ruiz only fought last on April 20, beating German Alexander Dimitrenko, who retired after the fifth round.
Promoter Eddie Hearn said: "He will entertain you, give it his all. Even if it means getting sensationally knocked out, he will rather do that than not do it.
Meet 'The Destroyer' set to step in and face Joshua on short notice
"I couldn't afford a guy who I thought may not be good enough or game enough to entertain the fans. I had to pick a guy in my heart who I thought will do everything to become world heavyweight champion at the Garden."
Miller has since apologised after failing two Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (Vada) tests, one for the banned substance GW1516 and one for Human Growth Hormone (HGH).
The American said he had "messed up" and that it was "time to do right".
Joshua himself avoided twisting the knife, saying "I don't want to talk too much about the situation with Jarrell Miller, because it is not in my character to knock a man when he is down."
Joshua puts his titles on the line on June 1
(Action Images via Reuters)
On Ruiz the unified champion was far more bullish. "Ruiz is a different kind of challenge but one I embrace," he said.
"We have worked in the boxing gym week on week and whomever is put in front of me at Madison Square Garden on June 1 will be dispatched in style. The rent will be collected."
Anthony JoshuaJarrell MillerAndy Ruiz Jr
1/2Ruiz Jr confirmed as stand-in for Joshua's New York debut
Ruiz Jr confirmed as stand-in for Joshua's New York debut
Action Images via Reuters
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A: Looks like the brand variable holds the string value '{"id":5,"name":"LeEco","created_at":null,"updated_at":null}'
You might have to parse the string into an object as follows:
var brandObj = JSON.parse(brand);
brandObj['name'] // should work


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Jordan Johnson Can Take Command Of His Future
By Steve Kroner
Righthander Jordan Johnson appears to be getting close to finding that sweet spot in his delivery in which he can balance deception with command.
"I have a bad habit of throwing across my body," said Johnson, who stands 6-foot-3 and weighs 200 pounds. "It kind of holds me back from putting the ball where I want it, just because it's so hard to repeat your mechanics."
General manager Bobby Evans believes that the 24-year-old Johnson can benefit at times from an across-the-body delivery.
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With Double-A Richmond, Johnson put together a 3.14 ERA in five April starts. His season debut was a clunker, but then he reeled off four solid starts, working at least six innings in each, including back-to-back scoreless outings.
"He's got plus stuff, from his breaking ball and changeup to his four-seamer," Evans said. "He's fun to watch. He competes out there. He's a guy who we project to hopefully be in our rotation at some point."
If Johnson does reach the Giants' rotation, he might challenge Madison Bumgarner as the team's best hitting pitcher. In April, Johnson hit more home runs (two) than he allowed (one).
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The Giants selected him in the 23rd round in 2014, and he has climbed steadily through their system.
Johnson has focused on "realizing that my stuff is good enough. If I put the ball where I want, then I'm going to get the results."
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>> Outfielder Austin Slater recently endured a baseball version of the yo-yo treatment. The Giants recalled him from Triple-A Sacramento on April 27 for a game against the Dodgers. San Francisco optioned Slater back to the River Cats after that game only to recall him the next morning after Mac Williamson went on the concussion disabled list. Following their May 1 game against San Diego, the Giants again optioned Slater to Sacramento. In that stretch with the big club, Slater went 2-for-10 over five games.
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