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In college, I majored in Criminal Justice and Psychology and started working in education. I have worked with developmentally disabled children and teens as well as kids who were labeled "severely emotionally disturbed."

I also started taking in stray cats

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Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues Is it morally OK to wear fur?: 2 of 51
It is never ok to wear fur. Wearing fur is not necessary for humans. We have been wearing fur simply for fashion, and fashion is never a good reason to take a life. Many animals are bred for their fur. According to the Fur Free Alliance, that is the fate of 45 million animals per year. They are often kept in filthy and appal... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Pregnancy Are a few drinks during pregnancy OK?: 2 of 18
Most adults can handle a little alcohol without it causing any major problems. Unborn babies are different though. Their bodies are much more fragile than an adult's body, and even small amounts of alcohol can have a serious impact on them. That is why the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the Ce... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Reflections: Saving the environment: 15 of 101
Saving the world doesn't have to be difficult. Here are a few simple things that we can all do to keep our land, air, and water clean. 1. Cut out the trash: According to the Environmental Protection Agency, people in the US produce about 4.6 pounds of garbage per person per day. Reusing, recycling, and composting can cut dow... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating Spouses & Affairs Adultery: Affairs are a "forgivable sin": 25 of 116
For many people, an affair is something unforgivable. Other people disagree. Neither side is right or wrong. It all depends on the people involved, their feelings and opinions on the subject, and how badly they both want to make the relationship work. The meaning of sex varies from one person to the next. Some see sex as som... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Is hunting animals a legitimate sport?: 8 of 32
Hunting animals is not a legitimate sport. A sport is something that people do for fun and amusement. Killing is not something that any healthy or sane person would do for fun. If something is killed, it should at least be done out of self defense or hunger, but never for fun. Sports also typically involve two similarly matc... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Dilemmas How to tell him that you don't like his back hair: 1 of 4
People have a wide variety of body hair preferences. Some like it all natural, others like it all removed, some like it trimmed, and other people just don't care either way. None of those people are right or wrong, it's just one of the many differences that there are across cultures and among individuals. If you don't like y... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Training How to reduce a cat's predator instincts: 3 of 8
Pet cats often kill rodents, birds, and other small animals. Some owners love this and see their cat as a natural pest remover, but other people are bothered by the killing. Many pet owners are not happy to have injured animals brought into their house in the mouth of their feline or to step on a half eaten mouse that was le... More..
Health & Fitness > Contraception A guide to birth control options: 5 of 10
There are many birth control options available right now. There are pros and cons to each, so it can be difficult to choose the right one for you. If you're trying to pick a method of birth control, learn the basics of each, then talk to your ob-gyn. He or she can answer any questions you may have, help you decide which meth... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates Teen advice: How to French-kiss: 3 of 6
I have heard many teens ask for tips on kissing "the right way." The truth is, there isn't really one "right way" to do it. People have many different styles and preferences when it comes to kissing. Some people like a lot of tongue, some like a little, others hardly use any at all. Some people like a little bit of biting du... More..
Health & Fitness > Reproductive Health Issues How to find out if your sex partner is safe: 2 of 4
If you are entering a new relationship, there are a few things you can do to help protect yourself and your new partner. 1. Talk: Talk to your partner about their sexual past and yours. Ask if they have ever had an STD, if they have ever been tested, or if they have ever had unprotected sex. 2. Test: Get tested, and have you... More..