Jeanetta Churchill is blasting the air conditioning in her Baltimore row house. A massive heat wave just swept through the city, with temperatures topping 100 degrees. "I don't even want to see what my power bill is this coming month," she says.

Keeping cool in the summer months isn't just a matter of comfort, says Churchill. It helps her manage the symptoms of her bipolar disorder. Churchill says if she doesn't keep her house cool enough to sleep through the night, she can spiral into a manic episode with fits of rapid talking, irrational purchases, or even suicidal thoughts.

She's not alone. For the nearly 1 in 5 adults who experience mental illness, heat can be dangerous, according to Ken Duckworth, medical director for the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

https://www.npr.org/2019/09/04/757034136/how-high-heat-can-impact-mental-health

It's been hot and humid lately here.  Seemingly even more than the usual Aug and Sep weather.  About a week ago, I was talking with some friends about it seemed like people seem to be more irritable, nasty, etc.  Particularly when driving.  We talked about how there are many things going on now that could be stressing people out.  High cost of living, increasing BS we have to deal with, etc.  I somewhat jokingly mentioned that it was probably because of this damn hot weather we've been having.  And looks like there may be some truth to it.

I was listening to this segment on NPR this morning and makes a lot of sense.  So if you come across anyone, especially here on 2a that seem to be unstable, consider effect of heat.  Especially those with tourettes going around "heads", "focus", etc.   

But seriously, this damn heat!   

https://www.npr.org/2019/09/04/757034136/how-high-heat-can-impact-mental-health

It's been hot and humid lately here.  Seemingly even more than the usual Aug and Sep weather.  About a week ago, I was talking with some friends about it seemed like people seem to be more irritable, nasty, etc.  Particularly when driving.  We talked about how there are many things going on now that could be stressing people out.  High cost of living, increasing BS we have to deal with, etc.  I somewhat jokingly mentioned that it was probably because of this damn hot weather we've been having.  And looks like there may be some truth to it.

I was listening to this segment on NPR this morning and makes a lot of sense.  So if you come across anyone, especially here on 2a that seem to be unstable, consider effect of heat.  Especially those with tourettes going around "heads", "focus", etc.   

But seriously, this damn heat!   

tools...

As I watch Battle of the Bulge, they have commentary on how cold it was there and that they would rather be in the pacific where it's nice and warm.  But to me, I rather be cold than hot. 

At least when you're cold, you can find ways to get warm.  But when it's hot and sticky, nothing you can do.

Since I do outside work (tree trimming) about 7 to 10 days a month, the way I beat the heat is this.  I have a cloth pouch that I put one of those blue ice packs in and place that under my Tshirt when the weather is hot.  Gets your body core temp down.  Your shirt will get wet from condensation, but in my line of work it will get more wet from perspiration.  I looked at the various fan jackets and vests, but decided they were too fragile to be climbing trees with.

As I watch Battle of the Bulge, they have commentary on how cold it was there and that they would rather be in the pacific where it's nice and warm.  But to me, I rather be cold than hot. 

At least when you're cold, you can find ways to get warm.  But when it's hot and sticky, nothing you can do.

Exactly, though the wife ain't buying that as a scheme to move to Idaho or Montana.

After watching "The Pacific" and what my dad went through,  no wonder he never wanted to visit Hawaii.

 Home buying on the BI had a choice of either high elevation or a pool.  Got 500' and a small dipping pool.  Just enough thankfully.  Higher elevation brings damp and mold.

Feel bad about Oahu guys and the temps I see posted for there.  The few weeks I spent in Ko Olina waiting to move were insane with heat.

My house is at 2567 ft elevation.  While I am sweating and working on Oahu, the wife tells me our weather station showed a high of 75 and low of 66 yesterday.

I think the heat matters in multiple ways.
Irritation is probably the simplest and low level way.
Then you have the risks of dehydration with heat and dehydration affects your brain

I don't know if I notice mental acuity degrading in the heat but I definitely don't feel like doing anything so my productivity goes down.

My mom once suggested they compare SAT scores from students taking it in an air conditioned room to a regular open air room and see how they differ. It may have been done already but it is a good idea for a science experiment.

I think the heat matters in multiple ways.
Irritation is probably the simplest and low level way.
Then you have the risks of dehydration with heat and dehydration affects your brain

I don't know if I notice mental acuity degrading in the heat but I definitely don't feel like doing anything so my productivity goes down.

My mom once suggested they compare SAT scores from students taking it in an air conditioned room to a regular open air room and see how they differ. It may have been done already but it is a good idea for a science experiment.

That was part of the discussion in the NPR segment, as well as many of the "mental meds" result in dehydration so further magnifies the issues.  Also the absorption and side effects of the "mental meds" are affected by body temp and hydration levels.

Interesting thought of the SAT score thing.  I took it once in A/C classroom and once in an open gym.  I don't remember my scores though. 

As I watch Battle of the Bulge, they have commentary on how cold it was there and that they would rather be in the pacific where it's nice and warm.  But to me, I rather be cold than hot. 

At least when you're cold, you can find ways to get warm.  But when it's hot and sticky, nothing you can do.

Completely agree.  I hate when it's super hot and humid, where after you shower and towel off, it seems like you are dripping wet again.  I don't know how folks can live in areas like Guam, Okinawa, SE Asia, etc.   

That was part of the discussion in the NPR segment, as well as many of the "mental meds" result in dehydration so further magnifies the issues.  Also the absorption and side effects of the "mental meds" are affected by body temp and hydration levels.

Interesting thought of the SAT score thing.  I took it once in A/C classroom and once in an open gym.  I don't remember my scores though.

I took mine in Kailua which isn't that bad compared to some other places on the island. Maybe I would have gotten slightly higher and gotten into the university of my first choice but oh well.

I also could have gotten extra time on account of my ADD but I declined.

I took mine in Kailua which isn't that bad compared to some other places on the island. Maybe I would have gotten slightly higher and gotten into the university of my first choice but oh well.

I also could have gotten extra time on account of my ADD but I declined.

If you get extra "credit" for ADD on the SAT which then results in you being accepted to "the university of [your] first choice",
would you also get extra "credit" on all your classes, too? 

I mean, just getting you into the school doesn't guarantee you'll be able to make the grades you "deserve" were it not for your "adversity".

That's the problem with Oahu, lack of mountains we can easily visit to cool down. It's 91 degrees everywhere. There has been an increase in heat related WC claims.

I use the NIOSH heat index app to see how bad it is. Haven't seen it get to High Risk yet here. That's for desert locations.
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/heatstress/heatapp.html

If you get extra "credit" for ADD on the SAT which then results in you being accepted to "the university of [your] first choice",
would you also get extra "credit" on all your classes, too? 

I mean, just getting you into the school doesn't guarantee you'll be able to make the grades you "deserve" were it not for your "adversity".

My 3.0 GPA in high school wasn't enough to get into the college however with a higher SAT score it might have made the difference in getting in. Once in it wouldn't be very hard to maintain a 2.0 needed to graduate. No idea whether the college would have given me extra benefit for my "adversity". I am not the type to play that card so I didn't really look into it.

My 3.0 GPA in high school wasn't enough to get into the college however with a higher SAT score it might have made the difference in getting in. Once in it wouldn't be very hard to maintain a 2.0 needed to graduate. No idea whether the college would have given me extra benefit for my "adversity". I am not the type to play that card so I didn't really look into it.

If you only had a 3.0 GPA in HS, it explains why your SAT wasn't higher.  You said a higher score "might" have made the difference.  So that's just you speculating.  You never bothered to discuss it with an admissions counselor or administrator at the school just to see if your assumption was correct?  You might be carrying that around, and you could very well be plain wrong.

Also, if you think a 2.0 college GPA just to eek out a diploma from a university is a good value for your tuition, someone has been lying to you.  Nowadays, you have to provide an official, certified copy of your transcripts to a new employer.  #1 reason is because too many people lie about having a diploma, specific degree or GPA.  #2 reason is to see how you performed, primarily in your major, compared to other applicants and to see if you have the right knowledge for the job.

A high SAT score that you couldn't get to compensate for an average GPA?  That's two indicators of what level of work you would do in college.  You were fortunate a rich parent didn't bribe your way into a top university.  You'd have been miserable trying to keep that GPA up -- without paying another student to take your tests, that is.

If you only had a 3.0 GPA in HS, it explains why your SAT wasn't higher.  You said a higher score "might" have made the difference.  So that's just you speculating.  You never bothered to discuss it with an admissions counselor or administrator at the school just to see if your assumption was correct?  You might be carrying that around, and you could very well be plain wrong.

Also, if you think a 2.0 college GPA just to eek out a diploma from a university is a good value for your tuition, someone has been lying to you.  Nowadays, you have to provide an official, certified copy of your transcripts to a new employer.  #1 reason is because too many people lie about having a diploma, specific degree or GPA.  #2 reason is to see how you performed, primarily in your major, compared to other applicants and to see if you have the right knowledge for the job.

A high SAT score that you couldn't get to compensate for an average GPA?  That's two indicators of what level of work you would do in college.  You were fortunate a rich parent didn't bribe your way into a top university.  You'd have been miserable trying to keep that GPA up -- without paying another student to take your tests, that is.

I did discuss it with the University of Washington admissions counselor. A higher GPA or a higher SAT score could have put me over the edge.

My point about the 2.0 needed to graduate is that I was not worried that I wouldn't graduate college and that not getting in would not have had a bearing on my being able to graduate. I did fine in college, academically speaking, BTW.

But you are really diving into this way more than necessary or relevant. I am glad you show so much interest in my college entrance applications though.

Was super hot today

- Barricade situation in Kapolei
- Shooting in Wahiawa
- Video of what looks like someone getting tased in Waianae

Heat making peeps nuts?