{"id":10410,"date":"2019-11-26T06:07:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T06:07:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/?page_id=10410"},"modified":"2021-11-05T09:49:19","modified_gmt":"2021-11-05T09:49:19","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"faqs"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.6&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.6&#8243;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||30px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221;]\n<div class=\"ask_question heading_text\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Who can post on PeriodTalk?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]While the site was designed with girls, women &amp; parents in mind, anyone with a period or puberty related question or answer is welcome to post.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Do I have to create a profile?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]No. You can contribute an answer or question by simply entering your name and email. This will allow you to post to your heart&#8217;s content. We will send you a one-time email that will give you instructions for editing your profile at any time[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I create an account?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]Please visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/register\">Create an Account<\/a> page or you may also click on the &#8220;create an account&#8221; link found on the bottom of every question, or on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/ask-question\/\">Ask Question<\/a> page.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I edit my profile?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]After logging in (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/activity\">log in<\/a> found at the top of every page) you will see your username where the word \u201clog in\u201d once was. Click your username; this will take you to your profile. Under your profile image click \u201cEdit Profile.\u201d Your profile will allow you to edit your profile image, email address, password, location (city, state\/province, country), age and bio information. (all of which is optional information) The community enjoys reading about the person behind the username that is asking or answering questions, we recommend you take just a moment to share a little about yourself.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What subjects are appropriate to post about?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<p>There is no such thing as TMI (too much information) at PeriodTalk. We welcome you to share openly as long as it is on the topic of periods and puberty. We do require all posts to be PG to maintain the site appropriate for girls of all ages.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I know if my question has already been asked?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]There are two ways to search to see if your question has already been asked\/answered. 1. Type some of the keywords you think would be mentioned in your question in the search bar at the top of the page. This will bring up any results mentioning those words in a question or answer. 2. Search Topics: by visiting the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/topics\/\">Topics<\/a> page you will be able to view questions already posted by topic.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I ask a question?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<div class=\"submenu\" contentindex=\"6c\" style=\"display: block;\">\n<p>If you have a question, click the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/ask-question\/\">Ask Question<\/a>\u201d tab. This will allow you to type your very own question, with space to add further details (and image) about your inquiry. After typing your question select the topics that are relevant. These topics will help others easily find your question.<\/p>\n<p>When you are done simply log in or enter your name and email to post.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How do I answer a question? &#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\u201cI have an answer! How do I share?\u201d If you come across a question that you&#8217;d like to answer, click on the question. This will take you to that specific question\u2019s page. Simply scroll down to the bottom and type your answer under the section titled (you guessed it!) \u201cYour Answer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>If there is already an answer you highly agree with but think you can add a little too it or improve it, click \u201cimprove this answer.\u201d You will then be able to add or edit the answer.<\/p>\n<p>When you are done simply log in or enter your name and email to post.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Reminder: Be polite!&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]This is a helping community, please remember to be mindful of other&#8217;s feelings. Rude comments will not be tolerated.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;How will my question get answered?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]There are a number of contributors on PeriodTalk with varying levels of experience, girls, women, parents (moms &#038; dads), health professionals and educators. Your question could be answered by a number of these individuals. To get your question answered as quickly as possible we suggest you share it using the handy dandy links we\u2019ve provided (Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or email). It is amazing the knowledge we have within our own networks, you just have to ask! Here at PeriodTalk we are trying to break the shame or embarrassment many women still feel about menstruation. So our suggestion is to SHARE, SHARE, SHARE![\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can there be more than 1 answer for each question?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]YES! Perspective is a great thing! We welcome additional answers especially when they vary. If you agree with another answer previously given but have just a little more to add, we suggest you use the \u201cimprove this answer\u201d feature.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What if my question doesn\u2019t get answered or I don\u2019t get a good answer?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]Sometimes questions need to be revised to help others better understand your concern or issue. Try editing your question to include more information (background story, status, efforts made to answer your question, etc.)<\/p>\n<p>Try sharing your question again using our handy social links (Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or email)[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What if I see a post that is not PG or inappropriate?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]PeriodTalk is a community edited site. Please feel free to edit a question\/answer by clicking on the \u201cimprove this question\u201d or \u201cimprove this answer\u201d link below the post. If all the content in the post is inappropriate you can click on the flag feature above the voting buttons and this will notify admin to take a look.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Why are some questions or answers removed?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]Questions or answers off topic (not relating to periods &#038; puberty), containing advertising or non-PG content may be removed by the community.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I track the questions and answers I\u2019ve posted on PeriodTalk?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]YES! By simply visiting your profile page you will be able to see the list of links to the questions and answers you\u2019ve posted. (this feature is available even if you have not set up your profile &#8211; just find your name on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/members\/\">Users<\/a> page)[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What are the up and down arrows I see on the left side of the posts?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<p>These arrows are our voting feature. If you see a question or answer that you feel is helpful, click the \u201cup\u201d arrow. If you find it not helpful, click the \u201cdown\u201d arrow. Simple, right? Your votes will help our community recognize helpful questions and easily identify the most useful answer or reply to a question.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What is the \u201cUnanswered\u201d section? &#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<p>As the name suggests this is the list of questions that have not yet been answered. We encourage you to check this section frequently to see if there are any questions you could reply to. Everyone likes to be heard, especially when asking a question or seeking help.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What are \u201cTopics\u201d?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/topics\/\"> Topics<\/a> are an easy way for our community to label or categorize questions so that it is easy for others to find and answer your question. Please make sure to label your question with the appropriate topics.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What do the numbers under the usernames represent?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<p>These numbers represent the number of contributions this member has made to PeriodTalk. Example: If user has answered 3 questions and asked 2 questions, this number would display 5. The higher the number the more active the member.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I use a tagline or signature in my post? &#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<p>Please refrain from using taglines and signatures in your posts, or they will be removed. If you\u2019d like to share a little about yourself we welcome you to update your bio information in your profile.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;Can I promote my brand, product(s) or websites on PeriodTalk?&#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]Posts containing blatant self-promotion are not allowed and will be deleted. PeriodTalk is about providing relevant, helpful information. If a member has a question about your brand or product we welcome you to share. Please refrain from promoting your brand\/product unless a member has specifically asked for product recommendations.<\/p>\n<p>If you are a business interested in advertising on PeriodTalk please inquire about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bepreparedperiod.com\/periodtalk\/about-us\/\">Sponsorship Opportunities<\/a>.[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=&#8221;What if I need more help? &#8221; open_toggle_background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; module_class=&#8221;faq_toggle&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.0.7&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221;]\n<p>Be Prepared Period\u2019s mission is to help all women achieve a Better Period. We are now offering support. 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We will send you a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<div class=\"faqs\">\r\n<div class=\"glossymenu\">\r\n\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Who can post on PeriodTalk? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nWhile the site was designed with girls, women & parents in mind, anyone with a period or puberty related question or answer is welcome to post.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Do I have to create a profile? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nNo. You can contribute an answer or question by simply entering your name and email. This will allow you to post to your heart's content. We will send you a one-time email that will give you instructions for editing your profile at any time.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">How do I create an account? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nPlease visit our <a href=\"http:\/\/bepreparedperiod.com\/PeriodTalk\/registration.php\">Create an Account<\/a> page or you may also click on the \"create an account\" link found on the bottom of every question, or on our <a href=\"http:\/\/bepreparedperiod.com\/PeriodTalk\/ask-question.php?value=5\">Ask Question<\/a> page.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">How do I edit my profile? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nAfter logging in (<a href=\"http:\/\/bepreparedperiod.com\/PeriodTalk\/login.php\">log in<\/a> found at the top of every page) you will see your username where the word \u201clog in\u201d once was. Click your username; this will take you to your profile. Under your profile image click \u201cEdit Profile.\u201d Your profile will allow you to edit your profile image, email address, password, location (city, state\/province, country), age and bio information. (all of which is optional information) The community enjoys reading about the person behind the username that is asking or answering questions, we recommend you take just a moment to share a little about yourself.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">What subjects are appropriate to post about?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nThere is no such thing as TMI (too much information) at PeriodTalk. We welcome you to share openly as long as it is on the topic of periods and puberty. We do require all posts to be PG to maintain the site appropriate for girls of all ages.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">How do I know if my question has already been asked?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nThere are two ways to search to see if your question has already been asked\/answered. 1. Type some of the keywords you think would be mentioned in your question in the search bar at the top of the page. This will bring up any results mentioning those words in a question or answer. 2. Search Topics: by visiting the <a href=\"http:\/\/bepreparedperiod.com\/PeriodTalk\/topics.php?value=2\">Topics<\/a> page you will be able to view questions already posted by topic.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"glossymenu\">\r\n\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">How do I ask a question? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nIf you have a question, click the \u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/bepreparedperiod.com\/PeriodTalk\/ask-question.php?value=5\">Ask Question<\/a>\u201d tab. This will allow you to type your very own question, with space to add further details (and image) about your inquiry. After typing your question select the topics that are relevant. These topics will help others easily find your question.\r\n\r\nWhen you are done simply log in or enter your name and email to post.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">How do I answer a question? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\n\u201c<em>I have an answer! How do I share?<\/em>\u201d If you come across a question that you'd like to answer, click on the question. This will take you to that specific question\u2019s page. Simply scroll down to the bottom and type your answer under the section titled (you guessed it!) \u201cYour Answer.\u201d\r\n\r\nIf there is already an answer you highly agree with but think you can add a little too it or improve it, click \u201cimprove this answer.\u201d You will then be able to add or edit the answer.\r\n\r\nWhen you are done simply log in or enter your name and email to post.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Reminder: Be polite! <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nThis is a helping community, please remember to be mindful of other's feelings. Rude comments will not be tolerated.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">How will my question get answered?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nThere are a number of contributors on PeriodTalk with varying levels of experience, girls, women, parents (moms & dads), health professionals and educators. Your question could be answered by a number of these individuals. To get your question answered as quickly as possible we suggest you share it using the handy dandy links we\u2019ve provided (Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or email). It is amazing the knowledge we have within our own networks, you just have to ask! Here at PeriodTalk we are trying to break the shame or embarrassment many women still feel about menstruation. So our suggestion is to SHARE, SHARE, SHARE!\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Can there be more than 1 answer for each question?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nYES! Perspective is a great thing! We welcome additional answers especially when they vary. If you agree with another answer previously given but have just a little more to add, we suggest you use the \u201cimprove this answer\u201d feature.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">What if my question doesn\u2019t get answered or I don\u2019t get a good answer?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nSometimes questions need to be revised to help others better understand your concern or issue. Try editing your question to include more information (background story, status, efforts made to answer your question, etc.)\r\n\r\nTry sharing your question again using our handy social links (Facebook, Twitter, Google+ or email)\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"glossymenu\">\r\n\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">What if I see a post that is not PG or inappropriate?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nPeriodTalk is a community edited site. Please feel free to edit a question\/answer by clicking on the \u201cimprove this question\u201d or \u201cimprove this answer\u201d link below the post. If all the content in the post is inappropriate you can click on the flag feature above the voting buttons and this will notify admin to take a look.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Why are some questions or answers removed?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nQuestions or answers off topic (not relating to periods & puberty), containing advertising or non-PG content may be removed by the community.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Can I track the questions and answers I\u2019ve posted on PeriodTalk?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nYES! By simply visiting your profile page you will be able to see the list of links to the questions and answers you\u2019ve posted. (this feature is available even if you have not set up your profile - just find your name on the <a href=\"http:\/\/bepreparedperiod.com\/PeriodTalk\/users.php?value=3\">Users<\/a> page)\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">What are the up and down arrows I see on the left side of the posts?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nThese arrows are our voting feature. If you see a question or answer that you feel is helpful, click the \u201cup\u201d arrow. If you find it not helpful, click the \u201cdown\u201d arrow. Simple, right? Your votes will help our community recognize helpful questions and easily identify the most useful answer or reply to a question.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">What is the \u201cUnanswered\u201d section? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nAs the name suggests this is the list of questions that have not yet been answered. We encourage you to check this section frequently to see if there are any questions you could reply to. 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Please make sure to label your question with the appropriate topics.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"glossymenu\">\r\n\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">What do the numbers under the usernames represent?<span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nThese numbers represent the number of contributions this member has made to PeriodTalk. Example: If user has answered 3 questions and asked 2 questions, this number would display 5. The higher the number the more active the member.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<a class=\"menuitem submenuheader\" href=\"#\">Can I use a tagline or signature in my post? <span class=\"accordsuffix\"><img class=\"statusicon\" src=\"images\/arrow.gif\" \/><\/span><\/a>\r\n<div class=\"submenu\" style=\"display: none;\">\r\n\r\nPlease refrain from using taglines and signatures in your posts, or they will be removed. 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