1. "Oh, come on," objected Marly. "These days everyone's multitasking and being more efficient getting things done than our parents did by focusing on just one thing at a time." "Well," replied Rebecca, "That's not what our text says. Remember the research about talking on the phone while driving? I'd like to learn more about how multitasking can raise problems for us." Two articles that can be helpful include one by Deborah Roberts, which can be found at ABC News' website, and another from Science News about research at UCLA at:

2. Ross says, "I saw a totally cool video on how we DON'T pay attention to what's right in front of our faces. This 'awareness test' is really funny and makes you think. Try it."

3. "I've always wondered what my dreams mean and how I can use them in my life," said Julie. "Well, you can learn a lot about both of those at a couple of sites," replied Jay. Jay continued, "One site, created by therapist/psychology professor/dream specialist Marjorie Miles, offers activities and other information to help you understand and use your dreams. The other, at Dreams Foundation, has interesting articles and also helps people learn to control and use their dreams as a positive force in their lives. I think you should check out both of these sites":

4. Carson wants to know more about sleep, sleep disorders, and dreams because his mother has always had insomnia and his best friend suffers from narcolepsy. There are lots of resources he can check out. Among these are The Sleep Channel, where he can learn about the stages of sleep and factors that affect sleep as well as finding links to sites that give information on sleep disorders and clinical trials; the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (part of National Institutes of Health) to read research about sleep and dreams (e.g., how much sleep we need and what sleep does for us); and the Neurology Channel to get the facts about causes, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders (and lots more).

5. Arthur's brother Sol has a drug problem that has devastated the family. Arthur wants to learn more about drug abuse and where he can find a good treatment facility for Sol. He can begin by going to the Office of Applied Studies (OAS), SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), which provides a wide range of current information on drug abuse and links to commonly asked questions, as well as an on-line Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locater for finding affordable treatment.

6. "Do you really believe that people can get hypnotized? I think they're all just faking it because they don't want to embarrass the hypnotist," said Dee. "Hmm. I really think it works for some people," replied Sue. "In fact, I used to have a dentist who used it and it really worked for me." They can learn more about hypnosis, including what hypnosis is, how to use it, ethical issues, and other questions they might have, by going to: