About Video Games: Motion Sick

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Video Games From Niko Silvester, your About Video Games Editor Doe you ever get motion sickness from playing games? Well, don't worry, there's help. Also this week, some top picks for upcoming PS3 games and current Wii games, and the latest game reviews, information and other very cool stuff. How to Deal with Motion Sickness Nadia looks at motion sickness from video games, what causes it, and how to deal with it. So if you ever find yourself getting queasy while gaming, read this article and find out what you can do about it... Read more See More About:  health  motion sickness  nintendo 3ds 5 Most Anticipated PS3 Games of Summer 2012 We've got a new PlayStation Games Guide, Brian Tallerico, and he's already got a bunch of great content posted. In this article, he looks at the best of what's due to come out this summer... Read more The Ten Best Wii Mini-Game Collections As Charles says in this article, "sometimes all you want are bite-sized games." If you find yourself just wanting something small to play, this list will get you started with ten great collections... Read more See More About:  nintendo wii  top picks  mini-games 'Tribes: Ascend' Review (PC) Dave reviews this online FPS to see if it's worth your time. More importantly, perhaps, he delves into whether or not you're going to have to spend a lot to get anything out of it, or whether the free options are good enough... Read more See More About:  tribes ascend  free shooters  fps games Video Games Ads Xbox Video Games Nintendo Video Games Arcade Video Games Video Games Mario Video Games Featured Articles PS Vita Welcome Park Information & Review Jack Tramiel: A Retro Video Game Tribute in 3 Parts 'Diablo III' Beta Problems E3 2012 Dates And Times 'The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim' Cheats (PC) 'Wing Commander Saga: The Darkest Dawn' Info (PC)   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Video Games newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Needlecrafts: Tips and Tricks

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Needlecrafts From Connie Barwick, your About Needlecrafts Editor Follow these tips and tricks from your Needlecrafts Guides to make your projects easier and more creative. Hide a Faded Wear Line in Clothing When You Let the Hem Down A hem is a finished edge to a garment. Kids grow and their clothing becomes to short unless you let down the original hem. Clothing shrinks and it may still fit but it may be too short. Many times when you take down the hem, you will discover a faded wear line where the original hem was folded up. Here are some solutions to hide that wear line and extend the life of that garment. See More About:  sew hems  sewing machine blind hem stitch  sewing children's clothing Knowing Mattress Sizes Will Help You Design a Quilt When you know standard mattress sizes, you'll be able to design and make a quilt that fits the bed perfectly. Although knowing mattress is essential when when you design a quilt, also consider a few of the variables before you determine the quilt's final dimensions. Janet also lets you know the questions to ask before designing a quilt. See More About:  quilt design  quilt borders  make quilt binding 20 Common Embroidery Mistakes By reviewing these top 20 common - and avoidable - embroidery mistakes, you'll be a step ahead by knowing what to avoid before starting your next embroidery project. See More About:  embroidery mistakes  beginner embroidery  embroidery tips Silk Crochet Thread Silk is a highly prized fiber for many different types of needlework. If you'd like to create a project using silk crochet thread, you will make good use of the resources Amy provides. See More About:  crochet thread  crochet supplies  Needlecrafts Ads Knitting Patterns Sewing Craft Ideas Sewing Patterns Craft Supplies Dress Sewing Pattern Featured Articles Daisy Chain Amulet Bag Strap Learn to Make a Cross Stitch Humbug Get Started Making Wire Jewelry Knitting for Beginners Using a Needle Threader Protecting Your Name, Logo or Slogan   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Needlecrafts newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Pets: Pet Behavior Explained

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Pets From Alyson Burgess, your About Pets Editor We love our pets, but it's hard to deny that sometimes they behave in ways that baffle us. If you've been having trouble understanding your pet's odd behavior, then check out the information in the articles below. It will help you and your pet get on the same page behaviorally-speaking, and offer insight as to why your pet might be acting the way that he or she does. Why Does My Pet Bird Bite? If you own a pet bird, you will get bitten at some point -- but it doesn't mean that your feathered friend isn't nice or doesn't appreciate your company. Read on to discover why pet birds tend to bite people even though they mean no real harm, and learn ways to counteract this behavior that will make handling your pet more comfortable for the both of you! See More About:  why birds bite  reasons that pet birds bite  training birds to stop biting Canine Cognitive Dysfunction If your older dog has seemed absent-minded as of late, then it may not be "all in your head." Senior dogs can suffer from a condition called Cognitive Canine Dysfunction that can cause some rather odd behavior problems. Look over the information in this article to learn more about this disorder's signs, symptoms, and treatment. See More About:  canine dementia drugs  geriatric pet care  feline dementia 8 Ways to Bond With Your Horse Often the key to understanding animal behavior is to spend more time getting to know your pet. If you and your horse could use some quality time together, then don't miss this great list of ways to form a deeper, more meaningful bond with your equine friend. See More About:  horses and humans  basic horse care  grooming Kissing Fish: What Causes This Behavior? While the "Kissing Gourami" may be a popular aquarium fish due to its pretty colors and unique "kissing" behaviors, many fish lovers have been shocked to learn about the real origins of this behavioral display, and what it really means when these fish "kiss." See More About:  labyrinth fish  fish profiles  photo tours Pets Ads Canned Cat Food Cat Health Pets for Adoption Cat Rescue Pet Cat Food Featured Articles The Red Fox Top 10 Dog Behavior Problems Choosing Compatible Saltwater Fish Solving Common Puppy Behavior Problems Cat Behavior 101 Gerbil Behavior   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Pets newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement

About Teen Life: All About Allergies

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Teen Life From Ellen Friedrichs, your About Teen Life Editor There has been a lot of talk this spring about just how bad this allergy season has been. And teens are not exempt from the effects! These can range from mild to really serious. Here are some tips for surviving high pollen counts and the runny eyes, sore throats and drippy noses that often accompany this time of year. How to Combat Spring Allergies Spring is the most common time of the year for people to experience seasonal allergy symptoms. As the weather gets warmer and plants start to bloom, trees and grasses release pollen into the air, triggering allergic symptoms in those with seasonal allergies. Colorful flowers also bloom in the spring, and are often blamed as the cause of spring allergies. In addition to plants, exposure to pet rabbits received as Easter presents may also be a reason why allergy symptoms can flare during the spring... Read more See More About:  spring allergies  hay fever  fall allergies Recognizing Allergy Symptoms Most everyone has an idea of what an allergy is. Allergies are so common, in fact, that it seems acceptable to discuss allergy symptoms with perfect strangers. An allergy is an abnormal reaction by a person's immune system to a normally harmless substance. A person without allergies would have no reaction to this substance, but when a person who is allergic encounters the trigger, the body reacts by releasing chemicals which cause allergy symptoms... Read more See More About:  allergy testing  allergy treatment  prevention of allergies Is Allegra a Good Antihistamine for Allergies? Allegra (fexofenadine) is a newer generation antihistamine approved for the treatment of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and urticaria (hives) for adults and children 6 months of age and older... Read more See More About:  antihistamines  hay fever treatment  allergy shots Is it a Cold or Allergies? Here's the scenarios: you've had a runny nose, been sneezing and coughing for several weeks. You don't have a fever and otherwise feel fine. So how can you tell if you have a cold or allergies? Here are some ways... Read More See More About:  cold symptoms  allergies  sinus infections Teen Life Ads Skin Allergies Dog Dog Allergies Pollen Allergies Dog and Allergies Skin Allergies Dogs Featured Articles Hard to Control Allergies How to Treat Kids' Seasonal Allergies Tips for Running With Seasonal Allergies Seasonal Allergies vs Year-Round Allergies Do You Have a Cold or Allergies? Allergy-Induced Asthma   More from About.com Financial Emergencies An unexpected change in your financial situation can be incredibly stressful. Here's how to cope. More> Retirement Planning Learn the top five things you need to do in order to start building a retirement nest egg. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Teen Life newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Advertisement