By Erir Reader 04/27/2016
“…In the past, domestic violence was treated as a private matter. Reports show, however, that domestic violence costs American businesses upwards of $5 billion a year in decreased productivity, increased health care costs, absenteeism, errors, and employee turnover. …”
Read the entire article: http://www.eriereader.com/article/domestic-violence-is-no-longer-just-a-private-matter
By Ohio.com 05/02/2016
“…he result is a revamped process, with Victim Assistance assuming services to domestic violence victims in court beginning Monday and the Battered Women’s Shelter switching its focus to helping victims and their families outside of the courthouse. The agencies hope the new approach will lessen duplication and provide better service. …”
Read the entire article:http://www.ohio.com/news/local/summit-county-victim-agencies-revamp-process-for-serving-domestic-violence-victims-in-court-changes-start-monday-1.679938
By Alternet 05/01/2016
“…Psychedelics such as LSD, MDMA, and magic mushrooms have been undergoing a renaissance as scientists explore their positive effects on a range of illnesses and conditions from PTSD to end of life anxiety. …”
NP Telegraph 05/03/2016
“…The gala was the most successful the organization has had, organizers said, but their work isn’t done. During the gala, members of the nonprofit announced a new program dedicated to children who are impacted by abuse and domestic assault. Outreach/education and site coordinator Kim Patch and shelter manager Beth Gilbert were chosen as recipients of a Verizon grant to attend the inaugural Camp Hope Institute. …”
By FOX 17
“…A Michigan mother is on a mission to start a child abuse registry after her son was severely beaten, and for the rest of the now 3-year-old’s life he will have to work to overcome his brain injury. …”
Read the entire article: http://fox17online.com/2016/05/02/wyatts-law-mother-continues-fight-for-michigan-child-abuse-registry/
By Ventura County Star 05/02/2016
“…Cmdr. Monica McGrath will accept the award May 14 at the Love is Brewing in Paris Champagne Luncheon & Tea luncheon hosted by Interface Children & Family Services, a Ventura County social services nonprofit. …”
By WFTV news 04/26/2016
“…The Florida Supreme Court sent a letter to Collins, denying a plea deal that she worked out for a public reprimand and ordering her to take anger management courses and a domestic violence course. …”
By The Herald-News
“…During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, there is much emphasis on the horrible realities of the crime. Dr. Natalia Tapia, director of the Lewis University Criminal Social Justice Graduate Program, noted statistics indicate that physically abused children’s birth parents are the perpetrators of the abuse in the majority of the reported cases. …”
By OZY 04/30/2016
“…Across the Emerald Isle, a growing number of male domestic-abuse victims are seeking succor and support, according to Amen Support Services, which is dedicated to male survivors of domestic violence. The organization, the only one in Ireland of its kind, received 6,600 “contacts” in 2014 — phone calls, emails, texts, posts, counseling and court accompaniment. That marks a 42 percent increase from 2010. …”
Science Daily 04/26/2016
“…Psychedelic drugs may help curb domestic violence committed by men with substance abuse problems, according to a new study. The study found that 42 percent of US adult male inmates who did not take psychedelic drugs were arrested within six years for domestic battery after their release, compared to a rate of 27 percent for those who had taken drugs such as LSD, psilocybin (commonly known as magic mushrooms) and MDMA (ecstasy). …”
Read the entire article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/04/160426091744.htm
