Respect isn`t an a priori reaction. You must earn it with your activity, which will benefit other participants. One of the functions of merit (among others) I consider its ability to be an indicator of obeisance from other members of the forum. Many newbies "don't get respect" because they don`t do anything that deserves appreciation. Try to understand that newbies come to the forum, where there are already certain rules, traditions and "way of life". Bitcointalk is a well-established community that agree to accept new members. But first, new participants should show their respect for the already existing system. And at least not to violate the rules that were set before they even came here. Before demanding respect from others, start to express it yourself by writing qualitative and constructive posts.