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Concept Paper (05-07-18)

Computer Addiction

John Philip B. Paras

 Thesis Statement:  Effect of Computer Dependency on Teens/Students: How to Avoid and Cure.

 According to Margaret Shottton, Computer Dependency can be described as the excessive or compulsive use of the computer which persists despite serious negative consequences for personal, social, or occupational function. Another clear conceptualization is made by Block, who stated that Conceptually, the diagnosis is a compulsive-impulsive spectrum disorder that involves online and/or offline computer usage and consists of at least three subtypes: excessive gaming, sexual preoccupations, and e-mail/text messaging". While it was expected that this new type of addiction would find a place under the compulsive disorders in the DSM-5, the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, it is still counted as an unofficial disorder. The concept of computer addiction is broadly divided into two types, namely offline computer addiction and online computer addiction. The term offline computer addiction is normally used when speaking about excessive gaming behavior, which can be practiced both offline and online. Online computer addiction, also known as Internet addiction, gets more attention in general from scientific research than offline computer addiction, mainly because most cases of computer addiction are related to the excessive use of the Internet.

Children are becoming addicted to video games on their home computers. Parents should watch for withdrawal symptoms, like irritability when they stop playing. Some children/teens play computer games up to 30 hours a week. Reports claim that these youngsters have cravings as powerful as junkies needing a drug fix.  As with all other groups of addicts, the extreme amounts of time spent on their addiction lead to sacrifices in the other areas of their lives: friends, homework, and other activities. In children this can be particularly dangerous, since it threatens their development and permanent view of the world around them. Some experts say that children tend to outgrow their addiction during adolescence, but others claim that adolescents are more prone to computer addiction than other groups. It seems no one is immune to the siren song.

Older people battle with computer addiction, as well. People who know almost nothing about computers decide to see what the fuss is about and find that the games they try are completely hypnotic and they are unable to stop playing once they start.

TO AVOID COMPUTER ADDICTION THIS IS WHAT TO DO WHEN IT IS GETTING WORSE:

        1. Admit you are at risk of an addiction. More and more people in the world are becoming addicted to the internet. You are not the only one with this problem, it is becoming more and more common and more and more well known.              

       2. Set aside limited time for computer use. Make sure not to turn it on too many times a week. If you have a laptop, make sure to put it somewhere that you can remember but not somewhere that you see every day.

         3. Call people instead of sending instant messages or texts. Call a friend and ask them to go outside for at least 3 hours a day. This will distract you from the computer. If you're in school, try doing your homework together over the phone or in person.

         4. Use an alarm clock or timer. Before using your computer decide on a time limit such as 30 minutes. Set the clock or timer and make sure that you get off the computer when the time is up..

    5.  Make copies of the information you need. If there are pages which you look at constantly for information, simply copy all the text and save it in a file, or even print it off. This will stop you from using the Internet so often, and it will stop you from drifting to another page.

     6.  Try using the computer at the library. You won't be as tempted to look at certain websites and they do have a limit on how long you can stay online. Also, the library is a good place to get some good books and magazines to read, so you won't be as tempted to be on the Internet at home.

TO CURE COMPUTER DEPENDENCY TRY PURSUING THIS ALTERNATIVE ACTIVITIES LIKE:

         1. Get a hobby or an interest that doesn't involve the internet, video games, computer, TV, cell phones, smartphones, iPads, or portable media players. Get involved with teams, clubs, sports, church, music, dancing, and singing,. Go for a run with a friend or get exercise some other way.

     2. Put your obligations first. If you are a student then do your homework and study. If you're in the working world, prioritize what you actually need to get done, rather than procrastinating with internet activities

    3. Help with meals. Anything that gets you off the computer for a while will help and increase your confidence that you can stay off even longer. Cook or bake something one night for the family.

    4.  Hang out with friends. Plan a trip to the bowling alley, mall, or ice rink. Get a friend to walk a dog with you for the afternoon. Avoid places that have free internet access such as coffee shops.

5. Plan family nights. Instead of watching TV or doing individual things during dinner time, eat dinner as a family on the table and plan games afterward.

    I became a computer addict when I was in Grade 7. My friends are the one who influenced me to play Computer Games. The first game I played was Mercenary and after that I played League of Legends until September 2017. It was really hard to stop playing because it helps me to forget about my problems and stress. But at the same time computer addiction has many disadvantages. I almost fail my subject Philosophy because I prioritize playing instead of studying. After that, I stop playing because it’s becoming worse. Computer Dependency is like smoking it is hard to stop or quit. When you get used to it you will look for it every day.  It is like your day is not complete without doing it. If you can’t stop your addiction try to consult to a Doctor. Find a way to help yourself to get rid of Computer Dependency.

 References:

https://cs.stanford.edu/people/eroberts/cs201/projects/1995-96/computer-addiction/who.html

https://www.wikihow.com/Avoid-Internet-Addiction

https://www.questia.com/library/108876699/computer-addiction-a-study-of-computer-dependency

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Gadget Review (04-14-18)

SAMSUNG A8/A8+  (REVIEW)

    Last January 6, 2018 Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018), two new smartphones from the company's mid-range series. You can choose between a 5.6 inch or a 6-inch infinity display. They’re not edge to edge but still near borderless. The volume rocker is positioned on the left while the power is on the right along with the loudspeaker. The 3.5 mm port is present, as well as USB0C. Sim 1 is on the left and sim 2 is on the top together with the microSD card. The fingerprint reader is below the rear camera Infinity Display bridges the gap between the midrange lineup.

    The design of the two is completely identical. The only difference externally is the size and the weight. Both of them are surprisingly heavy. The infinity display comes to Samsung’s midrange line but without the curved the edges of its flagship cousins. The resolution is also lowered to 1080x2220 pixels and it has a slightly taller than usual ratio 18.5:9 ratio. Adaptive mode, which I set color profiles for better accuracy depending on the content you’re viewing and preference.

Inside the phones is an octa-core processor which Samsung doesn’t specifically disclose, but benchmark apps identify it as the Exynos 7885 Octa. It is slightly better chipset compared to the ones inside the Galaxy A 2017 series. Both the Galaxy A8 and A8+ have the same processor, but they have different memory and storage configuration at 4GB/32GB and 6GB/64GB.

    Galaxy A8 doesn’t show any significant difference in performance with the A8+. With the additional memory though, you can open more apps simultaneously and let them run in the background longer. As for the bigger storage obviously you can store more apps and files on the phone. If you do need more space, both phones have dedicated microSD card slots for your convenience.

    Gaming is good on the phone, but it’s not the most powerful out there. The MaliG71MP2 graphics can handle high settings of any games especially Asphalt Extreme and PUBG Mobile. Casual games will pose no threat to the phone, but graphics-intensive titles like NBA 2K18 will do.

    Selfies came out great, especially with the Live Focus feature on. You can adjust the background blur or effect during and after taking the shot. There are also some cute built-in stickers available from the camera launcher if you feel playful. For me Galaxy A8 is better than OPPO F3 and the view is not as wide like the OPPO.

   The price of the Galaxy A8 here in our country is Php 26,990 while the A8+ is Php 32,990. Compared to the launch prices of their predecessors, this is way too much. If you’re rich and can afford Galaxy A8/A8+ I’m recommending it because if you’re looking for a phone for gaming this is worth buying because of its high definition graphics. But if you just need a phone for Selfies I will recommend the J7 pro for you.

   If I could rate Galaxy A8/A8+ I will rate it 10/10 because it’s not just for selfies it is also for gaming which many people are looking for. I assure you that this phone is worth buying.

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OUTLINE FOR REVIEW

1.0 Introduction

1.1background information

2.0 Body

2.1 Advantages and Good Specs of the phone

2.2 Disadcantages and Bad Specs of the phone

3.0 Conclusion

3.1Recommendations if worth or not to buy this kind of phone

3.2Ratings to influence buyers for the quality of the phone

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Task 4 (02-24-18)

1.0 Introduction

           1.1 Energy Hoarding and Peak Oil Crisis

           1.2 Greenhouse Effect

2.0 Sources and Consequences

2.1 Consumption, Pollution, and Solid Waste

2.2 Changing Climate Patterns

3.0 History

3.1 Past Occurrences of Climate

3.2 Previous Climate Shifts

4.0 a. Adaptation and b. Renewable Sources of Energy

           a.) 4.1 Optic Fibers and Green Architecture

                 4.2 Fuel Cells and Hybrid Vehicles

b.) 4.3 Solar, Wind, Hydro, and Geothermal Energy

                 4.4 Alternative Fuels

5.0 Conclusion

           5.1 The present phenomenon of Global Warming

           5.2 Current Effects of Climate Change

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TASK 5 (02-24-18)

ASPECTS OF PLANNING                                  RESPONSE

TOPIC                                                      Adressing Environment Problem

Title of your essay                                            Clean and Green PSU

Purpose                                                  To inform the PSUnians About the                                                               proper segregation of waste through recycling 

Audience                                                 PSUnians and the ADMINISTRATION

Role                                                                          As a Student 

THESIS STATEMENT: PSUnians should learn segregating, recycling, and going organic as a method to have a cleaner and greener PSU.                                      

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Enrichment 6 (02-10-18)

Cue sports 

Cue sports (sometimes written cuesports), also known as billiard sports,[1][2] are a wide variety of games of skill generally played with a cue stick, which is used to strike billiard balls and thereby cause them to move around a cloth-covered billiards table bounded by elastic bumpers known as cushions.

Historically, the umbrella term was billiards. While that familiar name is still employed by some as a generic label for all such games, the word's usage has splintered into more exclusive competing meanings in various parts of the world. For example, in British and Australian English, "billiards" usually refers exclusively to the game of English billiards, while in American and Canadian English it is sometimes used to refer to a particular game or class of games, or to all cue games in general, depending upon dialectand context.

There are 3 major subdivisions of games within cue sports:

Carom billiards, referring to games played on tables without pockets, typically 10 feet in length, including balkline and straight rail, cushion caroms, three-cushion billiards, artistic billiards and four-ball;

Pool, covering numerous pocket billiards games generally played on six-pocket tables of 7-, 8-, or 9-foot length, including among others eight-ball (the world's most widely played cue sport), nine-ball (the dominant professional game), ten-ball, straight pool(the formerly dominant pro game), one-pocket, and bank pool; and

Snooker and English billiards, games played on a billiards table with six pockets called a snooker table (which has dimensions just under 12 ft by 6 ft), that are classified entirely separately from pool based on a separate historical development, as well as a separate culture and terminology that characterize their play.

There are other variants that make use of obstacles and targets, and table-top games played with disks instead of balls.

Billiards has a long and rich history stretching from its inception in the 15th century, to the wrapping of the body of Mary, Queen of Scots, in her billiard table cover in 1586, through its many mentions in the works of Shakespeare, including the famous line "let's to billiards" in Antony and Cleopatra (1606–07), and through the many famous enthusiasts of the sport such as: Mozart, Louis XIV of France, Marie Antoinette, Immanuel Kant, Napoleon, Abraham Lincoln, Mark Twain, George Washington, French president Jules Grévy, Charles Dickens, George Armstrong Custer, Theodore Roosevelt, Lewis Carroll, W.C. Fields, Babe Ruth, Bob Hope, and Jackie Gleason.

HISTORY

All cue sports are generally regarded to have evolved into indoor games from outdoor stick-and-ball lawn games (retroactively termed ground billiards),[4] and as such to be related to the historical games jeu de mail and palle-malle, and modern trucco, croquet and golf, and more distantly to the stickless bocce and bowls. The word "billiard" may have evolved from the French word billart or billette, meaning "stick", in reference to the mace, an implement similar to a golf club, which was the forerunner to the modern cue; the term's origin may have also been from French bille, meaning "ball".[5] The modern term "cue sports" can be used to encompass the ancestral mace games, and even the modern cueless variants, such as finger billiards, for historical reasons. "Cue" itself came from queue, the French word for a tail. This refers to the early practice of using the tail of the mace to strike the ball when it lay against a rail cushion.[5]

A recognizable form of billiards was played outdoors in the 1340s, and was reminiscent of croquet. King Louis XI of France (1461–1483) had the first known indoor billiard table.[5]Louis XIV further refined and popularized the game, and it swiftly spread among the French nobility.[5] While the game had long been played on the ground, this version appears to have died out in the 17th century, in favor of croquet, golf and bowling games, while table billiards had grown in popularity as an indoor activity.[5]Mary, Queen of Scots, claimed that her "table de billiard" had been taken away by those who eventually became her executioners (and who covered her body with the table's cloth).[5] In 1588, the Duke of Norfolk, owned a "billyard bord coered with a greene cloth... three billyard sticks and 11 balls of yvery".[5] Billiards grew to the extent that by 1727, it was being played in almost every Paris café.[5]In England, the game was developing into a very popular activity for members of the gentry.[5]

By 1670, the thin butt end of the mace began to be used not only for shots under the cushion (which itself was originally only there as a preventative method to stop balls from rolling off), but players increasingly preferred it for other shots as well. The cue as it is known today was finally developed by about 1800.[5]

Initially, the mace was used to push the balls, rather than strike them. The newly developed striking cue provided a new challenge. Cushions began to be stuffed with substances to allow the balls to rebound, in order to enhance the appeal of the game. After a transitional period where only the better players would use cues, the cue came to be the first choice of equipment.[5]

The demand for tables and other equipment was initially met in Europe by John Thurston and other furniture makers of the era. The early balls were made from wood and clay, but the rich preferred to use ivory.[5]

Early billiard games involved various pieces of additional equipment, including the "arch" (related to the croquet hoop), "port" (a different hoop) and "king" (a pin or skittle near the arch) in the 1770s, but other game variants, relying on the cushions (and eventually on pockets cut into them), were being formed that would go on to play fundamental roles in the development of modern billiards.[5]

source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cue_sports

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Enrichment 5 (02-10-18)

Activity 1

1.Personal profits can serve as motivation to business to better save their guest.

2.Overclocking is a operation that is capable of upgrading a computer’s performance through overloading electricity.

3.Animation is an action where you can create several pictures to make it into a movie film ,or comic magazine.

Activity 2

1.In real life,most people commit mistakes,however other people put standards depending on the person who committed it.Government officials,teachers,friends and even parents are put with this kind of standards.

2.Game software has more costumers,despite of having a more limited market.For example,when new a game was produced and they find it interesting they will surely buy it.

3.Strategic management performs the set goals,denotes the ability to identify objectives as well as to generate alternative scenarios for anticipated future events to eliminate business risks and setbacks.It is how an organization will have a competitive advantage over competitors.

4.In earlier times,common forms of advertising especially commercials were in black and white because technology was very limited.

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Enrichment 4 (02-10-18)

Kirsty Bell and Suzie Cave (2011) reported that paper bags have a larger carbon footprint compared to plastic bags because of the amount of energy,water and chemicals it contains.(Chua-Unsu,2014)

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Enrichment 3.2  (02-10-18)

Filipino children often use mobile computer technology for numerous activities. Using Technology does not lead to positive effects bit rather indirectly to promoting overall physical wellness. Investigation aims to examine the positive and negative effect to Filipino Children.

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Enrichment 2 Ways to Relieve Stress (02-03-18)

1. Exercise

Exercise is one of the most important things you can do to combat stress.

It might seem contradictory, but putting physical stress on your body through exercise can help relieve mental stress.

And the benefits are strongest when you exercise regularly. People who exercise regularly are less likely to experience anxiety than those who don’t exercise (1).

There are a few reasons behind this:

Stress hormones: Exercise lowers your body’s stress hormones in the long run, such as cortisol. It also helps release endorphins, which are chemicals that improve your mood and act as natural painkillers.

Sleep: Exercise can also improve your sleep quality, which can be negatively affected by stress and anxiety.

Confidence: When you exercise regularly, you may feel more competent and confident in your body, which in turn promotes mental well-being.

Try to find an activity you enjoy, such as walking, dancing, rock climbing or yoga.

Activities that use repetitive movements of large muscle groups, such as walking or jogging, can be particularly stress relieving.

BOTTOM LINE:Regular exercise can help lower stress and anxiety by releasing endorphins and improving your sleep and self-image.

2. Consider Supplements

Several supplements are used to reduce stress and anxiety. Here is a brief overview of some of the most common ones:

Lemon balm: Lemon balm is a member of the mint family that has been studied for its anti-anxiety effects (2).

Omega-3 fatty acids: One study showed that medical students who received omega-3 supplements experienced a 20% reduction in anxiety symptoms (3).

Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha is an herb used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat stress and anxiety. Several studies suggest that it’s effective (4).

Green tea: Green tea has many polyphenol antioxidants, which provide health benefits. It may help stress and anxiety by increasing serotonin levels (5).

Valerian: Valerian root is a popular sleep aid due to its tranquilizing effect. It contains valerenic acid, which alters GABA receptors to lower anxiety.

Kava-kava: Kava-kava is a psychoactive member of the pepper family. It has long been used as a sedative in the South Pacific and is increasingly used in Europe and the US to treat mild stress and anxiety (6).

Some supplements can interact with medications or have side effects, so you may want to consult with a doctor if you have a medical condition.

BOTTOM LINE:Certain supplements can reduce stress and anxiety, including ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea and lemon balm.

3. Light a Candle

Using essential oils or burning a scented candle may help reduce your feelings of stress and anxiety.

Some scents are especially soothing. Here are some of the most calming scents:

Lavender.

Rose.

Vetiver.

Bergamot.

Roman chamomile.

Neroli.

Frankincense.

Sandalwood.

Ylang ylang.

Orange or orange blossom.

Geranium.

Using scents to treat your mood is called aromatherapy. Several studies show that aromatherapy can decrease anxiety and improve sleep (7, 8, 9).

BOTTOM LINE:Aromatherapy can help lower anxiety and stress. Light a candle or use essential oils to benefit from calming scents.

4. Reduce Your Caffeine Intake

Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, tea, chocolate and energy drinks. High doses can increase anxiety (10).

People have different thresholds for how much caffeine they can tolerate.

If you notice that caffeine makes you jittery or anxious, consider cutting back.

Although many studies show that coffee can be healthy in moderation, it’s not for everyone. In general, five or fewer cups per day is considered a moderate amount.

BOTTOM LINE:High quantities of caffeine can increase stress and anxiety. However, people’s sensitivity to caffeine can vary greatly.

5. Write It Down

One way to handle stress is to write things down.

While writing down what you’re stressed about is one approach, another is writing down what you’re grateful for.

Gratitude may help relieve stress and anxiety by focusing your thoughts on what’s positive in your life.

BOTTOM LINE:Keeping a journal can help relieve stress and anxiety, especially if you focus on the positive.

6. Chew Gum

For a super easy and quick stress reliever, try chewing a stick of gum.

One study showed that people who chewed gum had a greater sense of well-being and lower stress (11).

There are a couple possible reasons for this.

One theory is that chewing gum causes brain waves similar to those of relaxed people. Another is that chewing gum promotes blood flow to the brain.

Additionally, one recent study found that stress relief was greatest when people chewed more strongly (12).

BOTTOM LINE:According to several studies, chewing gum may help you relax. It may also promote well-being and reduce stress.

7. Spend Time With Friends and Family

Social support from friends and family can help you get through stressful times.

Being part of a friend network gives you a sense of belonging and self-worth, which can help you in tough times.

One study found that for women, in particular, spending time with friends and children helps release oxytocin, a natural stress reliever. This effect is called “tend and befriend,” and is the opposite of the fight-or-flight response (13).

Furthermore, both men and women benefit from friendship.

Another study found that men and women with the fewest social connections were more likely to suffer from depression and anxiety (14).

BOTTOM LINE:Having strong social ties may help you get through stressful times and lower your risk of anxiety.

8. Laugh

It’s hard to feel anxious when you’re laughing. It’s good for your health, and there are a few ways it may help relieve stress:

Brings more oxygen into your body and organs.

Stimulates and relieves your stress response.

Relieves tension by relaxing your muscles.

In the long term, laughter can also help improve your immune system and mood.

A study among people with cancer found that people in the laughter intervention group experienced more stress relief than those who were simply distracted (15).

Watch a funny TV show, hang out with friends who make you laugh and even find humor in your troubles.

BOTTOM LINE:Find the humor in everyday life, spend time with funny friends or watch a comedy show to help relieve stress.

9. Learn to Say No

Not all stressors are within your control, but some are.

Take control over the parts of your life that you can change and are causing you stress.

One way to do this may be to say “no” more often.

This is especially true if you find yourself taking on more than you can handle, as juggling many responsibilities can leave you feeling overwhelmed.

Being selective about what you take on — and saying no to what will unnecessarily add to your load — can be a good start to controlling your stress levels.

BOTTOM LINE:Try not to take on more than you can handle. Saying no is one way to control your stressors.

10. Learn to Avoid Procrastination

Another way to take control of your stress is to stay on top of your priorities and stop procrastinating.

Procrastination can lead you to act reactively, meaning you’re scrambling to catch up. This can cause stress, which negatively affects your health and sleep quality (16).

Get in the habit of making a to-do list that’s organized by priority. Give yourself realistic deadlines and work your way down the list.

Work on the things that need to get done today and give yourself chunks of uninterrupted time, as switching between tasks (multi-tasking) can be stressful itself.

BOTTOM LINE:Prioritize what needs to get done and make time for it. Staying on top of your to-do list can help ward off procrastination-related stress.

11. Take a Yoga Class

Yoga has become a popular method of stress relief and exercise among all age groups.

While yoga styles differ, most share a common goal — to join your body and mind.

Yoga primarily does this by increasing body and breath awareness.

Some studies have looked at yoga’s effect on mental health. Overall, they have found that yoga can enhance mood and may even be as effective as antidepressant drugs at treating depression and anxiety (17).

However, many of these studies have been limited, and there are still questions about how yoga works to achieve stress reduction.

In general, the benefit of yoga for stress and anxiety seems to be related to its effect on the nervous system and stress response.

It may help lower cortisol levels, blood pressure and heart rate and increase gamma-Aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that is lowered in mood disorders.

BOTTOM LINE:Yoga is widely used for stress reduction. It may help lower stress hormone levels and blood pressure.

12. Practice Mindfulness

Mindfulness describes practices that anchor you to the present moment.

It can help combat the anxiety-inducing effects of negative thinking (18).

There are several methods for increasing mindfulness, including mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, yoga and meditation.

A recent study in college students suggested that mindfulness may help increase self-esteem, which in turn lessens symptoms of anxiety and depression (18).

BOTTOM LINE:Mindfulness practices can help lower symptoms of anxiety and depression.

13. Cuddle

Cuddling, kissing, hugging and sex can all help relieve stress (19, 20).

Positive physical contact can help release oxytocin and lower cortisol. This can help lower blood pressure and heart rate, both of which are physical symptoms of stress.

Interestingly, humans aren’t the only ones who cuddle for stress relief. Chimpanzees also cuddle friends who are stressed (21).

BOTTOM LINE:Positive touch from cuddling, hugging, kissing and sex may help lower stress by releasing oxytocin and lowering blood pressure.

14. Listen to Soothing Music

Listening to music can have a very relaxing effect on the body.

Slow-paced instrumental music can induce the relaxation response by helping lower blood pressure and heart rate, as well as stress hormones.

Some types of classical, Celtic, Native American and Indian music can be particularly soothing, but simply listening to the music you enjoy is effective too (22).

Nature sounds can also be very calming. This is why they’re often incorporated into relaxation and meditation music.

BOTTOM LINE:Listening to music you like can be a good way to relieve stress.

15. Deep Breathing

Mental stress activates your sympathetic nervous system, signaling your body to go into “fight-or-flight” mode.

During this reaction, stress hormones are released and you experience the physical symptoms of stress — your heart beats faster, you breathe quicker and your blood vessels constrict.

Deep breathing exercises can help activate your parasympathetic nervous system, which controls the relaxation response.

There are several types of deep breathing exercises, including diaphragmatic breathing, abdominal breathing, belly breathing and paced respiration.

The goal of deep breathing is to focus your awareness on your breath, making it slower and deeper. When you breathe in deeply through your nose, your lungs fully expand and your belly rises.

This helps your heart rate slow down, allowing you to feel more peaceful.

This video explains how to practice diaphragmatic breathing.

BOTTOM LINE:Deep breathing activates the relaxation response. There are many methods that can help you learn how to breathe deeply.

16. Spend Time with Your Pet

Having a pet may help reduce stress and improve your mood.

According to one study, dog owners reported lower levels of stress than non-dog owners.

Interacting with pets may help release oxytocin, a brain chemical that promotes a positive mood (23).

Having a pet may also help relieve stress by giving you purpose, keeping you active and providing companionship — all qualities that help reduce anxiety.

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source:https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/16-ways-relieve-stress-anxiety

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Enrichment 1 (02-03-18)

      The case of rice shortage that affected a number of  countries in the Asian region showed how unpredictable nature can be if the citizens still showing no interest concerning the improvement of the production  of rice.

      As a part of this new generation we should give importance to this kind of issue because rice is our major needs to survive in our daily life. At other restaurants, as we enter  leftover servings of rice is visible knowing that hungry tummies in resettlement areas exist. An example of this are the families that are sheltered in shanties at the town dining kropek and noodles for their lunch. As I walk at the street, a lot of children are satisfied with street foods.Even though at a square canteen, students disregards the value of rice servings and foods where plates are left on the table just that.