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Utah mother accused of kidnapping, threatening 11-year-old for bullying her child

By Derick Fox & Leslie Duarte, KUTV, 03/24/26

“…Investigators said she then took him to her home, without his parents’ knowledge or permission, and made him apologize to her child. After the apology, Tufuga allegedly threatened to have her husband beat up the 11-year-old, adding he was lucky she did not run over his bike. …”

Read the entire article: https://abc3340.com/news/nation-world/utah-mother-accused-of-kidnapping-threatening-childs-bully-for-an-apology

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Abuse, loneliness and financial strain in later life linked to poorer health

By The Conversation, 03/11/2026

“…We asked participants about their adverse experiences since turning 60. This included hardships such as exposure to abuse, feeling lonely or socially isolated, struggling financially, difficulties accessing health or social care, and feeling overwhelmed by caregiving responsibilities. …”

Read the entire article: https://theconversation.com/abuse-loneliness-and-financial-strain-in-later-life-linked-to-poorer-health-276110

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Domestic Violence Can Lead to Sibling Aggression and Abuse

By Psychology Today, 02/11/26

“…Children exposed to domestic violence are at increased risk of child maltreatment, mental and physical health problems, and academic difficulties. They are also more likely to experience sibling aggression or abuse. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-science-of-siblings/202602/domestic-violence-can-lead-to-sibling-aggression-and-abuse?

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Elder abuse is surging: Congress must protect long-term care residents

By The Hill, 09/01/2025


“…But far too many long-term care residents do experience threats to their health, safety and quality of life, such as abuse, neglect, financial exploitation and theft. In fact, average rates of elder abuse have increased in the U.S. by 84 percent since the COVID-19 pandemic…”


Read the entire article: https://thehill.com/opinion/healthcare/5477954-ombudsman-program-elder-protection/

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Local mother working to pass anti-bullying legislation after son’s suicide

By Fox 23, 2/13/25

“…Eli’s Act is named after Balance’s 12-year-old son who she said took his life after being bullied at Twin Hills School in Okmulgee. “Suicide is hard. It’s like a grenade that goes off in a group and that grenade doesn’t feel anything but everyone around them that got hit feels it,” Balance said. …”


Read the entire article: https://www.fox23.com/news/local-mother-working-to-pass-anti-bullying-legislation-after-sons-suicide/article_299254be-e9ba-11ef-84d6-0f4e2d79a405.html

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Are Indian Laws Failing Male Victims of Domestic Violence?

By Kashmir Life, 12/24/25


“…The presumption of innocence is a cornerstone of criminal justice, but it is often turned on its head when a woman accuses a man of a crime. In such cases, the accused is frequently assumed guilty until proven innocent. …”

Read the entire article: https://kashmirlife.net/are-indian-laws-failing-male-victims-of-domestic-violence-376914/

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Designated Caregiver Arrested on Charges of Drug Possession and Elder Abuse

By KMZU, 01/22/25

“…Three hospice workers reported to police that the patient was left in the care of 47-year-old Tammy Lynn Stark, who had neglected the patient for several days. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.kmzu.com/news/designated-caregiver-arrested-on-charges-of-drug-possession-and-elder-abuse/article_2d3f5cfe-d751-11ef-bea5-478be7452cf2.html

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