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Posted by MidnightBlue on August 10, 2009, at 0:10:55
In reply to Re: closing boards » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on August 9, 2009, at 10:15:41
I like the name Community better than Social.
Posted by Deneb on August 10, 2009, at 12:19:34
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by MidnightBlue on August 10, 2009, at 0:10:55
I think closing those boards was a good idea. Now people won't be overwhelmed with too many boards to visit and now it might make the boards we do have more active.
I think it might be a good idea to have a section in information that links back to the old boards, just so people can find them for the sake of having complete archives.
It's not needed, it's just an idea. I was able to find the old boards no problem by changing the url. Parents was a little tricky to find, but I tried "child" after about the 5th try and was able to find it.
Oh and I was able to find the 2001 board by using the Wayback Machine. It was neat. Lots of Slinky's posts are there.
Posted by Dr. Bob on August 10, 2009, at 18:11:49
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Deneb on August 10, 2009, at 12:19:34
> I think it might be a good idea to have a section in information that links back to the old boards, just so people can find them for the sake of having complete archives.
I agree, see:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/general.html#Boards
Bob
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 25, 2010, at 21:21:25
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on August 8, 2009, at 18:23:32
Hi, everyone,
Here's an update. Again, the number of new posts per week in the current archive of each board:
Medication 587.9
Psychology 69.9
Alternative 51.8
Social 49.6
Neurotransmitters 15.9
Administration 12.6
Newbies 10.7
Withdrawal 7.8
Health 6.0
Writing 4.5
Faith 3.5
Substance Use 3.1
Grief 1.2
Politics 1.0
2000 0.4I'm thinking about "closing" Withdrawal and Writing. They and their archives would stay where they are, but new threads wouldn't be able to be started and follow-ups to existing threads would automatically be redirected to Medication and Social.
Let me know what you think,
Bob
Posted by Phillipa on March 25, 2010, at 21:27:21
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on March 25, 2010, at 21:21:25
I think a good decision. As withdrawal ties into meds. Phillipa writing? I've maybe visited a few times?
Posted by GeneLady on March 25, 2010, at 21:57:54
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on August 10, 2009, at 18:11:49
Perhaps have some sort of a pop-up or shadow (not sure what it's called) that says the board is closed and related topics can be seen at such-and-such a place ?
> > I think it might be a good idea to have a section in information that links back to the old boards, just so people can find them for the sake of having complete archives.
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> I agree, see:
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> http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/general.html#Boards
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> Bob
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Posted by Dr. Bob on April 2, 2010, at 15:16:40
In reply to Re: closing boards » Dr. Bob, posted by GeneLady on March 25, 2010, at 21:57:54
> Perhaps have some sort of a pop-up or shadow (not sure what it's called) that says the board is closed and related topics can be seen at such-and-such a place ?
I'm going ahead and closing those boards. I'll add something to their introductions saying where those topics can be discussed now.
Bob
Posted by BayLeaf on April 5, 2010, at 13:10:06
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on April 2, 2010, at 15:16:40
Bob, you want us to post to this thread, but its too damn long to figure out if something has already been discussed.
I strongly suggest you close the grief board and consolidate it into the social board. I posted on there in 2009 and can speak from experience. The low volume of posting there is worse than having no grief board at all.
Bay
Posted by Dr. Bob on April 6, 2010, at 17:50:23
In reply to Re: closing boards » Dr. Bob, posted by BayLeaf on April 5, 2010, at 13:10:06
> I strongly suggest you close the grief board and consolidate it into the social board. I posted on there in 2009 and can speak from experience. The low volume of posting there is worse than having no grief board at all.
Maybe it'll be next. Did you post a link to Social?
Bob
Posted by gardenergirl on April 6, 2010, at 20:14:27
In reply to Re: closing boards » Dr. Bob, posted by BayLeaf on April 5, 2010, at 13:10:06
I agree 100 percent. Why isolate expressions of grief but not other feelings, anyway?
Posted by Dinah on April 7, 2010, at 7:01:46
In reply to Re: closing boards » Dr. Bob, posted by BayLeaf on April 5, 2010, at 13:10:06
I also agree. Very strongly.
I've never been in favor of removing grief from the community, to isolate it on a board that is nothing but grief, and therefore may be too overwhelming for some people (or many people) to visit regularly.
It might help if "Social" was changed to a more inclusive name. In practice it seems to be "everything else" but the name "Social" implies something a bit different. Maybe "General" or "Community" or something? I *like* "NOS" but I'm afraid newcomers might not understand that.
Posted by Dr. Bob on June 13, 2010, at 13:27:46
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on March 25, 2010, at 21:21:25
Hi, everyone,
Here's an update. Again, the number of new posts per week in the current archive of each board:
Medication 516.8
Social 54.7
Alternative 50.3
Psychology 47.8
Administration 32.4
Neurotransmitters 31.8
Newbies 10.6
Faith8.4
Health 4.7
Politics 2.7
Substance Use 2.1
Grief 1.0
2000 0.3I'm thinking about "closing" Substance Use and Grief. They and their archives would stay where they are, but new threads wouldn't be able to be started and follow-ups to existing threads would automatically be redirected to Medication and Social.
Let me know what you think,
Bob
Posted by Phillipa on June 13, 2010, at 13:39:26
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on June 13, 2010, at 13:27:46
Dr Bob just popped on and saw this I'd say grief to social and substance abuse to meds. Just my personal opinion as it seems substance abuse ties in with meds quite a few times. Phillipa
Posted by Phillipa on June 13, 2010, at 13:41:21
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on June 13, 2010, at 13:27:46
Depending on the content of the post would determine which board assuming Phillipa
Posted by Dr. Bob on June 22, 2010, at 21:14:56
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on June 13, 2010, at 13:27:46
> I'm thinking about "closing" Substance Use and Grief.
They're now closed,
Bob
Posted by Dinah on June 23, 2010, at 7:40:20
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on June 22, 2010, at 21:14:56
> > I'm thinking about "closing" Substance Use and Grief.
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> They're now closed,
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> BobI noticed that! The bottom navigation section looks quite neat and tidy with only the one line. On my sized screen at least.
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 1, 2013, at 13:03:44
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on June 13, 2010, at 13:27:46
Hi, everyone,
Here's an update. Again, the number of new posts per week in the current archive of each board:
Medication497.1
Social37.9
Administration34.8
Psychology11.4
Alternative7.2
Newbies6.9
Politics4.2
Faith2.4
Neurotransmitters1.7
20000.1I'm thinking about "closing" Neurotransmitters. It and its archives would stay where they are, but new threads wouldn't be able to be started and follow-ups to existing threads would automatically be redirected to Medication.
Let me know what you think,
Bob
Posted by Phillipa on February 1, 2013, at 20:27:03
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on February 1, 2013, at 13:03:44
Dr Bob wise decision. Seems most links and new posts end up on meds from other boards as well. Maybe leave social and administration and Medication. Didn't psychbabble begins with one or two boards? I wasn't a member then? Phillipa
Posted by SLS on February 2, 2013, at 22:06:21
I think the Neurotransmitters board is no longer useful. If anything, people get confused as to where they should post their questions. Many important questions go unanswered there, as the board is basically vacant. I am concerned that new posters will not think to post the same questions on the Medications board where they would be more likely to receive a reply. Technical questions are now being asked and answered on the Medications board, so I do not think the Neurotransmitter board serves a purpose.
I was hoping that the Neurotransmitters board would attract posting on issues regarding pure research and theory in the neuroscience field that might eventually have clinical applications, but it never worked out that way.
- Scott
Posted by schleprock on February 2, 2013, at 22:06:23
In reply to Closing the 'Neurotransmitters' board., posted by SLS on February 1, 2013, at 14:51:17
> I think the Neurotransmitters board is no longer useful. If anything, people get confused as to where they should post their questions. Many important questions go unanswered there, as the board is basically vacant. I am concerned that new posters will not think to post the same questions on the Medications board where they would be more likely to receive a reply. Technical questions are now being asked and answered on the Medications board, so I do not think the Neurotransmitter board serves a purpose.
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> I was hoping that the Neurotransmitters board would attract posting on issues regarding pure research and theory in the neuroscience field that might eventually have clinical applications, but it never worked out that way.
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> - ScottIt's just too controversial a subject. We have enough topics to disagree about as it is.
Posted by baseball55 on February 2, 2013, at 22:06:24
In reply to Closing the 'Neurotransmitters' board., posted by SLS on February 1, 2013, at 14:51:17
Frankly, I think Dr. B should close the newbie board as well. Nobody goes there except newbies on occasion who are then completely ignored. There are other boards listed as well, which I've never even opened. Like "2000." What's that?
Posted by schleprock on February 2, 2013, at 22:06:26
In reply to Re: Closing the 'Neurotransmitters' board., posted by baseball55 on February 1, 2013, at 19:02:56
> Frankly, I think Dr. B should close the newbie board as well. Nobody goes there except newbies on occasion who are then completely ignored. There are other boards listed as well, which I've never even opened. Like "2000." What's that?
2000 is the maximum number of outstanding requests that Lou can make to Dr. Hsuing. Once that number is reached, something very special concerning all of us will happen on the 2000 board. I believe that Lou is very close to reaching this goal, perhaps less than 20 requests away.
Posted by Phillipa on February 2, 2013, at 22:06:27
In reply to Closing the 'Neurotransmitters' board., posted by SLS on February 1, 2013, at 14:51:17
Scott I know I remember when Dr. Bob began closing boards. At one time we had self esteem, eating, writing, relationships and more I've forgotten but the Neurotransmitter Board was yours. Oh and the withdrawal board. Back to Medication, Social, Administration. Alternative is also now on main med board. Phillipa
Posted by Jeroen on February 8, 2013, at 12:39:21
In reply to Re: closing boards, posted by Dr. Bob on February 1, 2013, at 13:03:44
Hi Dr Bob, i think it should stay open, but the medication board is the most popular it seem
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 13, 2013, at 0:18:32
In reply to Re: Closing the 'Neurotransmitters' board., posted by baseball55 on February 2, 2013, at 22:06:24
> Frankly, I think Dr. B should close the newbie board as well. Nobody goes there except newbies on occasion who are then completely ignored.
Newbies might be next, but the newbies who've posted there don't seem to me to have been ignored.
Bob
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