Unfortunately, mental abuse receives far less attention than physical abuse. Mental abuse can be just as devastating as physical abuse, however, particularly in the context of an intimate relationship that relies on trust and respect to function properly.
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Most primary and secondary schools in Western countries test their students' intelligence every few years by administering a written IQ test. The results of these tests may determine the level of educational opportunity a child receives.
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You should secure your child's birth certificate as soon as possible after the child's birth, to establish documentary proof of paternity and to perform other legal acts on behalf of your child, such as getting a Social Security number and applying for a passport.
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A divorce is a civil action, in much the same way as is a lawsuit for damages. No decree of divorce will be considered legally valid unless your spouse was legally notified of the divorce proceedings.
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Communication can be either verbal or nonverbal. Nonverbal communication is more immediate, but more ambiguous than verbal communication. Men and women differ significantly in their propensity to use nonverbal communication, their skill in interpreting it and their means of signaling their meaning.
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Attempting to lose weight while strength training pushes your body in two different ways -- you are building muscle, which is denser than fat, while at the same time trying to decrease your overall body weight. Although it sounds contradictory, this weight loss strategy can work.
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Bodybuilding builds muscle, ironically, by breaking it down. Your body responds to this breakdown of muscle by building bigger, stronger muscles. Most people can build no more than 1 lb. of muscle per week.
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Sugar and caffeine are two of the most commonly used substances in Western societies. Solid evidence supports the conclusion that caffeine is an addictive drug. While the research on sugar is still inconclusive, evidence is beginning to emerge suggesting that sugar might be addictive as well.
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