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Yale Lawsuit Spotlights Title IX, Sexual Assault ‘Hysteria’

By Real Clear Politics on 03/05/2017

“…An amended complaint filed in February in federal court in Connecticut by a recent graduate against Yale, Professor Post, and Senior Title IX Coordinator and Assistant Provost James Killheffer portrays a grimmer reality. If the claims it sets forth are true, Yale’s disciplinary procedures sanction abuse of power in the adjudication of charges of sexual misconduct. …”

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Men filing 300 reports of domestic violence a year

By Times of Malta on 03/20/17

“…“I helped men who were abused at home, and they begged me to keep it secret. Of course, the service is fully confidential, but the fear of being labelled as a lesser man is too much for some so they decide not to come forward at all.” …”

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Preventing teen dating abuse

By Florida Today on 02/28/2017

“…The red flags of dating violence are not always dramatic. Some examples are present in the Violence Wheel, also referred to as the Power & Control Wheel. The violence may occur through intimidation, emotional abuse, manipulation, coercion and threats, jealousy, economic abuse, through children or isolation. …”

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Ohio Bill Would Allow Protective Orders for Dating Violence

by usnewsonline on 03/01/2017

“…The bill would update current law that only recognizes violence between spouses, family members, those living together or family members for the purpose of seeking protective orders. …”

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Elder Abuse: The Forgotten Problem

By Observer News Online on 02/28/2017

“…Elder abuse is not commonly talked about. But just like child abuse, elder abuse is a problem that needs to be addressed.
There are several types of abuse, including neglect, financial/material exploitation, emotional abuse, physical abuse, and sexual abuse. …”

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Violent abuse of the elderly brings shame on our sick society

By Mirror on 02/28/3017

“…Most victims don’t like to complain. They are of that generation who’ve never complained. And so they’ve endured world wars and financial hardship, held down jobs and brought up families… only to be repaid with pain and terror in their final years. …”

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Japan Moves to Curb LGBT Bullying

By HRW on 02/24/2017

“…Last year, we interviewed lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) youth from across Japan and what we heard was harrowing: harassment and violence were common, prompting some bullied kids to drop out of school. Our report shed light on the plight of this often-silenced minority, and how even well-intentioned teachers were ill-equipped to respond to cases of LGBT bullying. …”

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Teen Dating Violence: What Parents and Teens Should Know

By health.usnews on 02/21/2017

“..As a professional counselor specializing in adolescence, I have worked with many youth who have been the victims of teen dating violence. I have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact dating violence can have on a teen’s emotional, personal and social development. Teen dating violence has been linked to substance abuse, depression and suicidal thoughts. Whether the abuse is emotional or physical, one thing is certain: The scars can last a lifetime. …”

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