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VERNON R. WIEHE
Vernon R. Wiehe, Ph.D. is a nationally known researcher in the field of sibling abuse. His initial book, Sibling Abuse, Hidden Physical, Emotional and Sexual Trauma reports the results of his research with over one hundred adults who were seeking help from mental health therapists for the effects of the physical, emotional, or sexual abuse they experienced in childhood from a sibling. Dr. Wiehe has written ten books on family violence especially violence between siblings, and has published over fifty articles in social science journals. He has lectured throughout the United States and abroad on sibling abuse. Dr. Wiehe received a masters degree in social work from the University of Chicago, completed the Program of Advance Study at Smith College, and received a Ph.D. degree from Washington University, St. Louis. He is a retired professor at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, where he held an endowed professorship in family violence.
Students accused of sexual assault are suing colleges — and winning most of the time
By USA Today on 04/14/2019
“… Nearly a year after having what he claimed was consensual sex and she claimed was assault, the two Aquinas College students were back together, this time separated by a curtain. …”
Read the entire article: https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2019/04/13/me-too-campus-sexual-assault-lawsuit-awareness-month/3455983002/
Bully Pulpit
By Yankton on 04/12/2019
“… When it comes to bullying, there is no one-size-fits-all, but communication and adult involvement are key to preventing and resolving issues. …”
Read the entire article: https://www.yankton.net/
New Rules Battle Financial Scams, Elder Abuse
By Kiplinger on 04/03/2019
“… Perhaps you’ve suddenly decided to liquidate your conservative investments and deposit the money overseas. Or a niece you never had much contact with is back in your life, asking for money. …”
Read the entire article: https://www.kiplinger.com/
Alcohol, domestic violence link not as obvious as it might seem
By by Sarah Vickery – Medical Xrpess on 03/20/2019
“…Individuals who identify as a sexual minority have been neglected in this area of research, which is quite problematic. …”
Read the entire article: https://medicalxpress.com/
Yeoh: One out of 20 domestic abuse victims are men
By Star Online on 03/21/2019
“… “Of the 1,037 domestic violence cases reported between 2017 and June 2018, 56 cases, or 5.4% involved husbands who were the victims,” she said when answering a question raised by Datuk Halimah …”
Read the entire article: https://www.thestar.com.my/
Bullying in the workplace: It’s not just politics
By Marshall H. Tanick – Star Tribune 03/22/2019
“… While there is no precise definition of what constitutes workplace bullying, it generally consists of supervisors hassling, even harassing, subordinates. …”
Read the entire article: http://www.startribune.com/
As a sexual assault survivor, I support campus due process protections
By Holly Redher – STLT Today 03/11/2019
“… These investigations fail to preserve due process protections for students. In these hearings, the accused do not have a right to know what they have been accused of or to see evidence against them. …”
Read the entire article: https://www.stltoday.com/
Michigan Elder Abuse Task Force Formed
By Upmatters 03/27/2019
“… The symptoms and treatment of abuse against our most senior population are complex and demand a concerted effort by this state to tackle what is an often unrecognized and unreported social problem. …”
Read the entire article: https://www.upmatters.com/