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College student arrested for making up rape story

By NY Post on 06/12/2017

“…A Georgia college student faces charges after she falsely reported to police that she was raped while on an evening jog, officials said.

Rebekah Lim, 19, was arrested Monday after investigators determined she lied about her May 24 police report, according to the Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office. …”

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What about men?: Challenging the MRA claim of a domestic violence conspiracy

By ABC on 06/19/2017

“…It’s a simple figure – one in three – but it opens a box of big questions: why don’t we hear more about these men? Are we spending too much on female victims? Are we unfairly judging men, assuming they are offenders? Who are these women beating up men in their own homes? …”

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Seven Tips For Protecting Clients From Elder Abuse

By Wealth Management on 06/09/2017

“…Families must put strategies in place that address the possibility of mental impairment and establish checks and balances to ensure the appropriate safekeeping of their loved ones’ financial assets. According to Jonathan Fitzgerald, director of wealth and fiduciary planning at Wilmington Trust, with the increase in robo-advisor solutions in particular, it’s more important than ever to look at the role active managers can play in protecting elderly individuals from making poor investment decisions. Here are some of his suggestions. …”

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Elder abuse is public health problem

By Democrat and Chronicle on 06/10/2017

“…June 15 marks the observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day to raise awareness about the social and public health problem of elder mistreatment. Communities around the world take stock of how they can work together to protect older citizens from abuse. …”

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7-Year-Old Going On Mini-Tour For Anti-Bullying Book

By WFMY on 06/11/2017

“…“Overall, I think it’s just been a really fun experience,” said Duane Chapman, Nation’s father.

Three months later, Nation is 7 years old. With the help of his parents, he’s sold more than 300 books online and created anti-bullying action films on YouTube. …”

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REVERE SCHOOL STANDS TALL AGAINST BULLYING

By Item Live on 06/09/2017

“…“There are few schools that stand out for their attitude where kids can safely learn,” said Rusty Sullivan, executive director of the Sports Museum, author of the Boston vs. Bullies program. 

The effort is funded by the Highland Street Foundation, a Newton nonprofit whose mission it to help children and families, and New Balance, the Boston athletic footwear company. …”

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Curbing intimate partner abuse among teenagers

By British Psychological Society on 06/13/2017

“…The two researchers surveyed 265 young people of both sexes aged between 11 and 17 who attended the same secondary school in Cambridgeshire. A range of established psychological measures were used, along with researcher generated questions about teenage experiences of abuse and exposure to social media and gaming. …”

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The warning signs of elder abuse

By Daily Bulldog 06/13/17

“…Recognizing the signs of abuse or exploitation is hard, especially when the person you’re concerned about is a senior citizen in your community. Do you have an elderly relative, friend, neighbor or even customer that you fear is being abused or exploited? Maybe you have just noticed some changes in an elder’s routine or behavior that seem unusual or concerning, but aren’t sure what to do. …”

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