40 ‘Cool Guides’ People Shared On This Group That Contain Information They Don’t Teach At School (New Pics)
Whether we're talking about politics or the animal kingdom, learning something new can require a fair amount of time and effort. Luckily, we don't always have to read lengthy scientific papers. Some people do it for us. And not only that — they narrow down everything to a few bullet points and illustrate them to help our minds remember.
And if you want a place that stores these effective tools, look no further than the subreddit r/CoolGuides. As the name suggests, it collects picture-based reference guides for pretty much anything and everything.
"If it seems like something someone might print, physically post, and reference then it is a good link for this sub," its moderators write in its 'About' section.
Continue scrolling to check out some recent posts that garnered a lot of attention within this online community and if you find yourself hooked, fire up Bored Panda's earlier publication on it too.
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Opossums Are Our Friends
How To Treat People With Dementia
This should be higher up. We all have or will be in contact with someone with alzheimers.
I learned not to expect or force them to comply with your world, to be more effective, embrace more if their world. One guy found out that just by giving dementia patients iPods or Walkman’s programmed to play music from the patients younger days, they came alive. Find those memory triggers and use them for the good of the patients
Yes music, or let them taste things or smell. Senses can trigger. You can compare it with small childeren, they love to touch/taste/hear/feel/smell things, it keeps the brain functioning and can make people happy.
Load More Replies...We used to visit my wife's dad in his nursing home. He would often tell us that he had been on a bike ride earlier and we would sit and listen as he went into great detail. The fact that he was 99 and the bike rides were from his youth (he used to do long distant road races) didn't matter. He was happy and safe. My wife's sister would tell him not to be silly and he couldn't have been out at his age. When we saw him we would laugh with him, that she was mistaken. Sadly he passed away a few years ago 12 days before Christmas day, his 100th.
I'm a caregiver for my mother who has dementia. I saved this image, it will be helpful to me. I've been doing some of these things but I have to remember to distract her when needed. I sometimes forget she can't remember things because it's early stage dementia. But I'm trying to be soft with her instead of being frustrated.
Sending a hug {{}} It's emotionally and physically draining to be a caregiver, just remember you're doing better than you think you are and she loves you more than you know or you wouldn't be she trusts
Load More Replies...I had a brief encounter with lucid hallucination/confusion when I was in ICU, and it's a scary feeling when no one understands something that seems obvious to you. I was convinced there was a tunnel under my hospital bed that I had been using to travel to my mum's house. I tried to tell the nurse, she said it was a hallucination (I genuinely thought she meant SHE could see it too but was saying it wasn't real), then my sister arrived and I told her, I didn't understand why she didn't know what I meant, or why she looked scared. Luckily when my dad arrived a few mins later, and I told him (saying "didn't mum tell you she built the tunnel?"), he just rolled with it and said "Oh I haven't had a chance to ask mum yet, but I will ask her when I see her." As soon as he said that I relaxed, and soon forgot about it (my memory of that particular hallucination ends there, but when I was well again I asked dad if that convo really happened and it did). He didn't have to 'buy into' my hallucination, just not contradict what I was sure was real, and distract/divert me
Mom has alzheimers, and drives me nuts, and everytime i'm going to explode I say to myself "not her fault... not her fault". Believe me, worked for me. Also, "Is better to be kind than to be right" It doesn't matter if she complains about the -insert item- that someone broke, even thou SHE broke it. just say i'm sorry, would never happen again and gonna replace it, and keep her calm about it.
It's really tough to deal with isn't it. Lots of "counting to 10"..
Load More Replies...My grandma has dementia and I always try to remind myself of these when talking with her, but it gets so hard sometimes when all she does is talk down to me. It's not something that came with her dementia, she's been doing it for years before it and did the same to my mother when she was a kid.
Oof, that's double as hard to do lightbulb. Bless you for visiting even if she's not the kindest. You are an angel, don't forget that!
Load More Replies...I'm caring for my Mother who has dementia, I've come to these conclusions myself and can confirm they're good advice. For instance, I hand Mum her toothbrush with paste on, 9 times out of 10 she'll say "I've already done this". NEVER DISAGREE. Leave her with the brush, talk about something else - eventually she'll do it. Plus if on rare occasions she doesn't, who cares? I'd rather she was happy than perfectly clean. She hoards things, like cutlery, don't demand it back. I go in her room when she's not there and take some back, not all. Pets are a great distraction, our cat is a life saver. Keep it light, make them laugh whenever you can. If they're embarrassed or upset because they've messed up or forgotten something, make a big deal and comedy about how you've done the same until it's all a joke about how dumb are we? Nicola
I took care of an Alzheimer patient for 6 months, and I wish I had this guide when I started.
Easier said than done. I am still learning many of these. Dementia is a curse.
This is awesome but it's REALLY difficult to actually keep up with, especially if the one with the condition is a close relationship.
Absolutely. I have to count to 10 a lot when talking to mum. There's one thing I've learnt these last 10 years and that is patience. Lots of patience .... take a deep breath.
Load More Replies...It's a hard situation. And we need to be patient and remind ourselves these steps so we don't burn out.
Having dealt with dementia in a parent: 1 - EVERYONE should make care plans and/or living will BEFORE it gets bad, giving guidance to others about care level expectations. Don't dump this on family just you're too chickensh*t to face the possibility. 2 - My wife and SIL spent far too much of their time/energy/money trying to keep their dad independent when he was long overdue to be admitted to a proper care facility. This was not a good thing. They ended up sick & stressed and started to get very negative about the situation. When he was assessed it was determined that he was long overdue and was bumped to top of list for care home admittance.
My mum has vascular dementia, but these rules still apply. We have no idea what she's saying or what/who she's seeing, but we just nod and agree with whatever she says and she seems happy with that. She seems to understand some of what is said to her still.
My grandma has Alzheimer's and my mom and I are planning to see her more often. This will be helpful to keep in mind.
with a few exceptions (like #1) most of these apply to ALL our interactions
Also good advice for persons with symptoms of psychosis or other altered conscious states.
Comment is merely to hopefully move this up a bit. This is important to know.
This is also a very good list of ways to deal with a toddler who can be overwhelmed by the big emotions they're feeling but struggling to handle
Dana Jandhyala, who has had a long career as an educator where she has taught in different schools and institutes, believes that visuals hold more appeal than plain text to curious and intuitive minds.
"Till date, several studies have been conducted which prove the power of visual aids in eLearning," she wrote. "And there are some interesting results drawn from them. Such as, learners respond to visual information faster as compared to text-only materials. Also, visuals help improve learning tremendously and on multiple levels. Hence, around 65% of the population comprises visual learners."
This Library Hung A Dewey Decimal Reference Sign For “Everything You Want To Know, But Don’t Really Want To Ask”
That really made my day, just love this - especially the sentence at the bottom. 🙏
Simple Trick For Calculating Percentage
I had this realization on my own. I’m crap at maths, it was the best feeling!
Jandhyala said there are several advantages of visual aids:
They help store information longer. "Images are the simplest and the most effective way to make sure that the information gets stored as long-term memory. As per Dr. Lynell Burmark, an education consultant, our short term memory processes words and can only retain about seven bits of information. Whereas, images are directly processed by our long-term memory, where they get indelibly etched."
They make communication quicker and simpler. "Information listed in bullets is no doubt simpler to process. But, that same information in the form of an image or a video is processed even more quickly."
As per the Visual Teaching Alliance:
- Of all the information transmitted to the brain, 90% is visual;
- As opposed to text, visuals are processed 60,000x faster;
- Humans are capable of getting the sense of a visual scene in less than 1/10th of a second;
- 40% of nerve fibers are linked to the retina;
- Our brain can see images that last for only 13 milliseconds;
- The human eye can register 36,000 visual messages every hour;
- Hence, the eLearning programs which incorporate suitable visuals gain a higher preference over.
A Bee’s Life
The 3/3/3 Rule
And if there has been abuse of any kind it may much longer to complete phase 3...
It's Either This, Or Pupper Mittens. Bernie Votes Mittens
Visuals aid better comprehension. "They help learners grasp concepts easily by stimulating imagination and affecting their cognitive capabilities. Besides, the visual language is also known to have the potential to stretch 'human bandwidth' – which comprises absorbing, comprehending and analyzing new information."
Visuals act as stimulators for emotions. "Emotions and visual information are processed in the same part of the human brain. Visual stimuli and emotional response are linked in a simple way and these two together generate what we call memories. Hence, powerful images and visual metaphors create strong impressions and lasting memories in learners."
They drive motivation. "Most of the students struggle with some of their subjects because they find them uninteresting and hence lack the motivation to put in the required efforts. Visuals are the best bet in such scenarios. Captivating images, engaging videos, interesting infographics, etc. help learners fight the boredom and motivate them to do better."
So it very well might be that the things you'll learn from these guides will stay with you. At least for a little while.
Useful Info
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How To Retain Employees. A Lot Of Companies Need This Guide
Different Street Light Designs To Minimize Light Pollution
Free Alternatives To Paid Software
Tips For Police Encounters
Where's the educational flier for the police? 1. Do not violate a person's civil rights. 2. ....
A Guide To Cat Body Language
Why You Shouldn’t Give Up When Starting Something New
This what millions of antivaxers are experiencing right now. They feel informed because they did internet research. Or because they are a nurse. Or because they know someone who backs up their opinion. They don't even know how much they don't know. To me, the scariest part of being in the US right now is how willing people are to take their opinion as a fact and use groupthink as a form of confirmation. Thousands of people who studied the subject for 8 years and currently work in the field are saying one thing while the other side has Timmy, the YouTube video maker talking to a guy that used to work at company and got fired is saying another. And somehow the thought process is the video is right. That is scary
Interesting Visual About Genetic Similarities
Well, let's face it, there are many times we feel like mushrooms. Kept in the dark and fed s**t!
Know Your Wetlands. Posted To A Wildlife Management Facebook Group Probably Posted Somewhere Else Before But Not Here
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How Taxes Work
Guide To Celsius For Americans
Happiness Chemicals In The Brain And How To Activate Them
I Spent Forever Looking For A "Grid Pattern" Shirt Before I Found This
Plant Watering Guide
Not true. It depends on the type of plant. If it's a deciduous plant, you risk drowning it with overwater / waterlogging. Similarly if it is a succulent. You need to look at the leaf type to determine how much water to provide. Assuming a pot plant: waxy leaves, thicker than paper: 1 cup every three days papery thin leaves, dry/papery surface: ½ cup every two days or ¼ cup every day thick fleshy leaves: ½ cup once a week etc.
Acronym Guide For Reddit
The Name Of Things , You Probably Didn’t Know
Great One If You're Starting To Learn Music Notation
Saying "I Ain't Doing That For Free" Differently
Different Types Of Sleeves
A Guide To Proof-Reading Marks
Cool Wavelengths
Here’s For Understanding What Your Car’s Trying To Tell You
My son once asked me what the jellyfish meant. High beams, he was talking about my high beams XD (he was 6 at the time).
Mohs Scale Of Hardness
Figure Out How Much Yarn You Need For A Project
Alternatives To Adobe Products
Note
Know Your Window Types!
I've always loved a bay widow, would be nice for a good book nook.
The Amount Of Snow It Takes To Cancel School By County
How To Choose Your Colour Palette
Map Of The Us States That Pays More Tax Than What They Receive From The Government, Courtesy Of Cgp Grey
Isn't it amazing that the states that take more tax tend to the ones with the most conservative voters...except Texas & Florida, which was a pleasant surprise.
Estimated Caffeine By Type Of Drink!
Is That A Crow Or A Raven? Now You’ll Know
The Faces Behind The Voices
I Would Love To Have This For Afternoon Tea!
After I Said “E As In Egg” To Customer Service I Looked Up This Guide
I think it's more fun to think of them on the spot, like spelling a name over the phone. K for Krypton, A for alligator, etc.
The World's Most Respected 'Made In' Labels
The Deadliest Hunters On Land
Differences In Wool Fibers Under The Microscope
Tree Timeline
Other Names That’s Sugar But It’s Sugar Coated Hehe
20 Years Of Price Changes In The United States
The fact that college textbook it a thing (not that they exist but that it has its own category as opposed to any random books) is mind boggling to me. Is there any other country where college textbooks are a scam?
How To Turn Ocean Water Into Drinkable Water Using A Can And Plastic Bottle. Not Recommended Unless You've Found Your Self At A Real Pinch
Neckline Guide
I like 'boat neck', it sounds like an insult. "Oi, boat neck! Get out the way!"
U.k. & U.s
Just In Case You Didn't Know How To Pack Your Hiking Bag
Cable Identification
We don't usually use these "official terms". "TS / TRS" are called "Jacks", "RCA" is called "Cinch", "S/PDIF-RCA" is called "Composite", "ADAT" is called "Optic Fiber"
Are Your Eggs Still Fresh? Or, “How To Know How Old Those New Eggs You Just Bought Really Are”
I hate this chart so much. An egg that floats is not necessarily "gone bad and should not be eaten", it just says it's a bit older and you shouldn't use it for mayonnaise or a soft boiled egg. Assuming it doesn't smell bad, you can still easily use it for recipes where it's cooked to the full extent.
How Panic Attacks Work
Traditional Japanese Footwear
Couple Adults Need To Learn How To Apologize
Oh, man, I've done this with my kids for years. Taking responsibility for your part in an argument is a learned skill. And making sure we say - next time I WILL. Instead of next time I WON'T. Saying "next time I won't yell at you," does no good. What will you do next time instead of yelling? My other favorite is using the "I feel ____ because I _____." Not "You're a jerk because you blabbed my secret." That just continues the fight. Instead "I feel betrayed because I expected you to keep my secret." Now we have something we can actually work on.
Types Of Ocd
I hate when people who don't have OCD treat it like a quirky trait and not a legit mental illness.
Identifying Cloud Types
Progression Of Palestinian Land Loss Since 1947. It Isn't Just Two Countries With A Border
The story is too complex to be summarized (left alone understood) with a single image of a truncated time-frame. Just do the same with "German Loss of Land 1944 to Present". If you don't get the full picture, and not the cultural and historical involvements, you cannot have an enlightened opinion.
Precision And Accuracy
Especially Useful For Artists!
Shooting In Manual Mode – Basic Guide
Simple Reminder When Walking Pets Or Barefoot Kids
Types Of Knife And Their Uses
This isn't exactly right. "Santoku" literally translates to "three virtues"- it's a multipurpose knife, and the name is often understood to mean that it can be used for vegetables, meat, and fish. Basically, all I actually use on a daily basis in my kitchen is a santoku and a matching petty knife made by the same Japanese blacksmith, and a cheapo bread knife from Tesco. I always suggest to people that instead of buying a moderately priced knife set with all the bells and whistles, they should invest in just one high-quality, well-made santoku. If you care for it right, it'll last you a lifetime, and it can do literally 99% of what needs to be done in an average home kitchen.
32 Products And Services With The Highest Markup
How Russia Uses It's Land
How To Skip A Stone
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0_U1FHwACk Link to a video about it
Sun Tsu Art Of War Summary
What It Takes To Move 50 People
Types Of Hammers
[f18 Math Tutor] One Of My Students Was Struggling With Long Division Today, Wanted To Help Them Out
14) put a comma after 184 and add 0 to the remaining 3. You got 30 which divided by five is 6. The correct answer is 184,6
Human Memory And Its Duration
3D Animation Pipeline
Metric Conversions
How To Crush That Job Interview
Not Too Far Off From Camping Season Round These Parts
Futuristic Movie Timeline
Sounds about right. Looking forward to eating Soylent Green next year. Yum! x
A Guide About Drifting
What Your Parents Should Have Taught You About Doing Your Own Laundry
I like that it advises to smell used underpants, but wash anyway. So was it just for kicks?
How To Fix Common Sleep Problems
Passenger Ships 1831 - Present
How To Open A Lime!
Guide To The Anatomy Of The World's Most Popular Sandwiches
Sporting Physique Evolution
Surprised not to see "football", which is the world most practiced sport.
Bored Panda is just a content aggregator to generate ad impressions. They didn’t create any of these.
Load More Replies...Interesting and informative, but these are not the things you learn in school.
Maybe not anymore. I learned all that proofreading stuff in grade school. The music thing is annoying but I guarantee they teach it in some Montessori school somewhere...
Load More Replies...These are helpful!! I'd enjoy more content like this. Thanks for this one!!
See,you don't need a shittoker with 80% of the picture covered with face to explain it to you.Great content bp👍🏻
Bored Panda is just a content aggregator to generate ad impressions. They didn’t create any of these.
Load More Replies...Interesting and informative, but these are not the things you learn in school.
Maybe not anymore. I learned all that proofreading stuff in grade school. The music thing is annoying but I guarantee they teach it in some Montessori school somewhere...
Load More Replies...These are helpful!! I'd enjoy more content like this. Thanks for this one!!
See,you don't need a shittoker with 80% of the picture covered with face to explain it to you.Great content bp👍🏻