Nursing assistant accused of stabbing man, 78, with fork at Fort Lauderdale rehab center


By Local 10, 08/30/24

“…Surveillance footage recorded at 8:13 p.m., 8:40 p.m., and 8:58 p.m. that day showed CNA Nerissa Betton “engaging in physically abusive behavior toward several patients,” according to the police report.In one video, Betton appeared to repeatedly strike and stab a 78-year-old man with her hands and a metal fork, inflicting wounds on his right leg and forehead that caused “profuse bleeding,” police said. …”

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Lessons from the playground: Preventing workplace bullying | Opinion

By Daily Journal of Commerce, 09/05/24

“… As time progressed, the desire to stay after school continued to drop, and his appearance looked disheveled, at best. My wife and I opted to volunteer at school and noticed signs of bullying happening to kids in his class. This discovery, and the lack of help received, led us to change schools. …”

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More focus needed on sexual violence against males in Sudan


By ISS Today, 09/05/24

“…Sexual violence against men in war is rife, but humanitarian and other responses, including much of the reporting on Sudan, focus on women and girls. Addressing the attacks on men and boys in Sudan is difficult due to a lack of data, stigma and shame. Existing laws and healthcare providers don’t recognise men as victims – despite evidence…”

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Pack of teen girls randomly attack 76-year-old man on NYC subway platform

By New York Post, 08/29/24

“A pack of teenage girls randomly attacked an elderly man on a Brooklyn subway platform early Monday — with at least one assailant whacking the victim with a scooter, cops and police sources said.The 76-year-old man was lying on a bench at the Rockaway Avenue subway station when the five suspects launched the assault, punching and kicking his head around 2:10 a.m., according to authorities.One of the perpetrators even swung her scooter at the man’s head in what sources said was an unprovoked attack…”

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Tables Turned: Why Black Male IPV Victims Don’t Speak Up

By WordinBlack, 09/05/24

“…For generations, society saw men as the abusers in domestic-violence scenarios. But when Black women are violent towards their male partners, shame, embarrassment and complex views about Black masculinity often keep them from reporting it. …”

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Higher Incidence of Abuse in Intimate Relationships Involving Women Compared to Male-Only Partnerships

By Gilmore Heath News, 07/15/2024


“…Approximately 17-45% of lesbians affirm having been on the receiving end of domestic violence perpetrated by a lesbian partner. On the other hand, compared to gay relationships, they experience a lower incidence of domestic violence as evidenced by a 26% prevalence rate…”


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Men Behind Closed Doors: Stories For Survival – Interviews With Male Victims of Domestic Violence.

By Your Digital Wall, 08/19/2024


“… Award-winning filmmaker Kurtz Frausun has released his latest and most provocative documentary to date, Men Behind Closed Doors: Stories For Survival. This powerful film takes an unflinching look at the lives of men who have endured domestic violence at the hands of women, a topic that remains shrouded in stigma and silence…”


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World Senior Citizens Day 2024: Top investment options curated for seniors

By Business Standard, 08/21/24

“…Today, the world is celebrating World Senior Citizens Day 2024, which is observed every year on August 21. This day aims to raise awareness of the issues being faced by older adults like health deterioration and elder abuse. It is also celebrated to acknowledge their contributions towards society. …”

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What you need to know about cyberbullying and your child

By ABC, 08/21/24

“…Lee’s son was receiving hundreds of aggressive messages each day, including suggestions that he kill himself and threats to himself and his family. He was then doxxed (had his phone number shared online) and stalked and even after changing his number, the bullies still found him. …”

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Office Bullies: Your Survival Guide

By Forbes, 08/21/24

“…Targets of workplace bullying often face consequences such as stress, burnout, mental health diagnoses and in extreme cases suicidal thoughts or actions. Research published by the Workplace Bullying Institute in 2021 indicates that 30% of employees may experience workplace bullying at some point and of those targeted 67% are at risk of losing their job. …”

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