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4 Common Kitchen Mistakes of College Students

With a small budget, limited cooking space, and only a select few appliances to work with, it can be hard to feed yourself in college. But you're probably making it harder by committing these kitchen sins.   From overusing your microwave to using a month-old sponge, there are many mistakes that a college student can make in the kitchen, whether you're staying in a dorm or off-campus housing. So if you're tired of eating poorly reheated food and throwing more leftovers than you'd like, here are some of the most common kitchen mistakes that you should stop doing now:  ...
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In Defense of Millennials’ Spending Habits

Millennials often take heat for the seemingly irrational way they spend their money. Millennials spend more than $4 dollars on coffee alone. They spend $1,285 annually for giving dogs training and other needs of their pets. It sounds outrageous, but there are different reasons why this generation has far different priorities than older generations. Millennials encourage social change As a generation faced with unlimited information, these individuals are more aware of key social issues. In a survey by Pew Research Center, younger generations lead the charts when it comes to issues about race, gender equality, and climate change. As a result, 75% of...
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4 Ways to Improve Communication with People with Dementia

Caring for someone with dementia can be extremely challenging, especially if you don’t have a caregiver to assist you. When a person lives with dementia, everyday tasks become more difficult for them. They also have difficulty recalling recent events, get confused quickly, lose the ability to focus for an extended period, and begin to withdraw from their friends and family.   These are just some of the reasons why it’s advisable to seek professional care for people with dementia. You could consider hiring a private home caregiver or even placement in a nursing home. Regardless of the type of care you...