Child abuse has become an increasing problem in the United States. The subject of child abuse is also very controversial, for several reasons. One is that the definition of child abuse is different for each individual. Now, the government has outlined laws regarding child abuse, but proof of ...
The statistics of bullying weave a sad story of lives that are forever scarred. But these statistics about bullying don't have to be the end of the story. We can use them to develop lasting solutions to a problem that has caused untold heartache to millions of children throughout the gener...
real behavioral changes (resulting from factors such as the rise in average age for first-time parents, the decline in the number of unwanted children, an improved economy, expanded treatment programs for offenders, and a greater sense that child abuse is wrong and that abusers risk punishment)...
“A low body mass index (BMI), a greater severity of social and psychological problems, self-induced vomiting, and purgative abuse have been identified as predictors of poor outcome in this disorder [32].” “The ratio of observed to expected deaths…for AN has been reported to be between...
Government of Ireland announced new hate speech laws which will permit courts to jail ‘Hate Speech’ offenders for up to five years, but still cannot decide on a legal definition for what constitutes hate speech. Meanwhile the Irish government is finding itself accused of suppressi...
Margot Rittenhouse, MS, PLPC, NCC is a therapist who is passionate about providing mental health support to all in need and has worked with clients with substance abuse issues, eating disorders, domestic violence victims, and offenders, and severely mentally ill youth. As a freelance writer for...
and the prosecuting of offenders. Countries of origin, transit, and destination of trafficking victims are encouraged to adopt minimal antitrafficking standards. These minimal standards consist of prohibiting severe forms of trafficking, prescribing sanctions proportionate to the act, and making a concerted...