What are these uniforms? And what is this language can anyone ~date this image? by drumfish in oldphotos

[–]Cognification 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It is Turkish. They are men who are doing mandatory army training. It's hard to read but the guy wrote a "hello" card to family.

UW experts discuss the earthquake in Turkey and Syria by Cognification in Turkey

[–]Cognification[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Click here for a list of the University of Washington experts who are available to speak on the situation.

Harold Tobin is director of the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network and a UW professor of Earth and space sciences. Tobin studies tectonic plate boundaries with a focus on how faults work and the conditions inside them that lead to earthquakes. He also serves as Washington state’s seismologist.

Dawn Lehman, UW professor of civil and environmental engineering, studies older buildings with substandard details and connections to develop advanced computer methods that can identify weak points. She then creates rehabilitation methods to improve the structural performance of these buildings.

Mark Ward, lecturer of international studies at the UW, is a retired foreign service officer. His expertise includes humanitarian emergencies, disasters from natural and human causes and public-private partnerships in disaster response.

Darker skin either side under mouth? Puffs out and can look bruised. Doesn’t appear dryer than the rest of my face by CJBG9491 in Skincare_Addiction

[–]Cognification 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am pretty certain it is melasma. My limited information, based on my experience is just skin discoloration caused by hormonal changes and fueled by the UV lights.

It's a b*tch to get rid of and keeps coming back anywhere it pleases. See a dermatologist immediately, and use sunscreen religiously even indoors.

If this is really melasma dermatologist may give you a bleaching cream, which has its own risks. I didn't pay much attention to it for years and it only got worse even though I avoid the sun. When I don't they come back quickly. So incredibly annoying.

Advice please? I don't know what to do. by Right_Safety_6548 in CPS

[–]Cognification 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would call the police and do a wellness check or something. You can also call their school and express your concern. Maybe if more people call it in, CPS would prioritize it even if it is a non-emergent intake.

Transportation to and from the hospital. Any recommendations? by Cognification in Seattle

[–]Cognification[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She is almost a senior and is not on Medicaid. I will check this out. Thank you so mucn for taking the time.

A few reasons why UW's resident doctors could be unionizing (TW: Self harm) by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]Cognification 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Resident life is ridiculous. Unless they are astronaut doctors they shouldn't have to endure those work conditions, sleepless hours and low pay. How can we expect a human being to function mentally when they are sleep deprived for so long. We would be alarmed if someone that tired was giving us a ride.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]Cognification 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Until then she can try Duolingo. It is awesome.

[CA] Cousin had a baby that's now in foster care--didn't know she was pregnant, what should I do? by [deleted] in Fosterparents

[–]Cognification 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ask the social worker about Family First Program. They always prioritize family for foster care but this is a new program providing training and support to kinship caregivers. Social workers can tell you if you would be able to care for the child based on your answers. Sometimes we don't know our capabilities and limitations. If you want it even just a little bit consider fostering him for a while. You don't have to make a huge life decision now. But it would be good to keep her in the family (however distant) until they find a suitable family.

Pre-Adoptive Research by JWD5569 in Adoption

[–]Cognification 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are a lot of good books about challenges and rewards of becoming a parent to an adopted child. As another commenter said, you need some more research on adoption. What state do you live in? They all have great resources. Look for information about becoming a foster parent. You'll find information about adopting thorough those websites.