One thing rarely addressed in discussions on mental health in the United States is the requirement for a cooperative patient. Getting therapy is a frequent suggestion, but most people can’t be forced to get treatment or to take medication. Unless a person is an active threat to themselves or others, they can’t be hospitalized and […] More
Not all parent-child relationships are created equal, and unfortunately for some adult children who grew up in less-than-stellar home environments, the “gifts” can just keep on giving in adulthood. A fan “favorite” has to be the parents who make an effort to “reconnect” with their adult child, essentially placing all of the onus and responsibility […] More
The best thing about having a friend is the ability to be candid with them. That we can share our honesty, unadulterated opinions with them, without a lick of judgement. That being said, sometimes we may realize too late that we don’t know our friends quite as well as we think we do. And as […] More
The emergence of artificial intelligence can only be described as a dangerous convenience. Applications like ChatGPT have proven a great help to many people, assisting them polishing their work or tidying a document. However, some people have become somewhat too reliant on it. While others have become experts at detecting work that is anything but […] More
It’s never fun to take care of a sick or indisposed child. When the child in question isn’t your own, this can be downright stressful. Still, when this unfortunate situation arises, you don’t really have much time to think, but rather just solve the problem as best you can. Even if your methods might not […] More
When planning a private event, the first thing a person usually checks out is the venue. Will it comfortably accommodate a certain number of people? What menus do they offer? Is there enough privacy? Can security keep out unwelcome guests? That last one is imperative. Redditor Silly-Dragonfly-9390 wanted to discuss their experience and get some […] More
There’s nothing more frustrating than needing to change or cancel plans. Sometimes, however, life or unexpected events get in the way, leaving us with no other choice. Things can get particularly complicated, however, when these plans involve other people. Particularly if we need to change or cancel our plans, but they do not. Redditor Virgo514 […] More
Sometimes, family members refuse to accept simple boundaries. This can be a big issue with siblings. Some siblings won’t knock on a door before entering, or they’ll take stuff without permission. This can lead to a lot of family drama. Redditor lalaokoklalaokok wanted to discuss her experience and get some feedback, so naturally, she came […] More
Some people are innately generous and will offer help to strangers without a second thought. Others, however, are a bit more hesitant, not out of malice or selfishness, necessarily, but more out of precaution. It’s safe to say, however, there are always lessons to be learned when dealing with strangers. On a recent outing with […] More
Parents always want to be there for their children, even after they grow up and fly the coop. However, there comes a time when parents need to start teaching their children to be self-sufficient, and that they can’t always rely on them. When to do this is a touchy subject, as some feel the sooner […] More
Babysitting isn’t always an easy gig. Some kids are uncontrollable. And parents are blind to their kids’ behavioral issues. When it comes to babysitting kids in the family, the family often is expected to help each other. These are the times when DNA can be put to the test. Redditor Wonderful-Act-198 wanted to discuss her […] More
Everyone has a hobby or activity that brings them pleasure, and helps them escape from the doldrums of everyday life. Particularly children, who often look forward to these activities even more than they do going to school. Of course, most after school activities also cost a considerable amount of money. Making them a luxury some […] More
