The secret to raising siblings who get along

By Rebecca Eanes – Motherly

“… It became apparent to me that a positive sibling relationship wasn’t something that was just going to happen; I had to cultivate it. I think parents often tolerate sibling rivalry as “par for the course.” While it is normal for children living under the same roof to have disagreements, we do not have to accept that it is the norm for them to tease, pick at, and constantly provoke each other. …”

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Division of Ageing reports rise in elder abus

By Rhianna Mckenzie – Newsday 06/25/2019

“… “Global research indicates that the world’s population of people above the age of 60 will soon exceed the number of younger people. Corbie suggested that these figures “demand a greater response to policy, legislation and planning to effectively promote the well being of all.” …”

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NELCWIT: More help for victims of domestic, sexual abuse

By Anita Fritz – The Recorder 06/20/2019

“… “For over 40 years, this organization has never turned its back on the people of Franklin County-North Quabbin area,” Oleska said. “And, what a lot of people don’t realize is we serve not only women, but all genders, all races, everyone who needs us.” She said one of the new counselors will work specifically with LGBTQ survivors, and another will work with transgender individuals. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.recorder.com/NELCWIT-expands-26398315

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To prevent bullying: Teachers, parents urged to ‘build strong bond’ with their students, children

By Merlina Hernando-Malipot – Manila Bulletin News 06/26/2019

“… Due to rising cases of violence and bullying against minors in the digital platform including social media, an international organization urged teachers and parents to “build strong bond” with their students and children. …”

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Mom claims 11-year-old son attempted suicide after bullying by teachers 

By KSNT.com 06/17/2019
“Attorney Michael Oppenheimer is representing four families that are suing Chicago Public Schools. He says an 11-year-old boy tried to kill himself in February after being bullied by students and teachers and now has severe brain damage and is unable to breathe on his own. The boy’s mother says her complaints were ignored.”

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The Bully in the Bunk Bed, When Aggression Goes Beyond Sibling Rivalry

By Kalah Siegel – Youth Today 06/11/2019
“…  But now psychologists and youth professionals are also focusing on the bullying that can happen within families, between siblings, and finding that this phenomenon is surprisingly common and just as harmful, if not more. …”

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37% of Potential Elder Abuse Cases Aren’t Reported to Law Enforcement 

By Amy Rock – Campus Safety 06/17/2019

“… Additionally, the report found state agencies often failed to report their findings to local law enforcement. In fact, Jarmon said in five states where nursing home inspectors did investigate and substantiate cases of abuse, “97% of those had not been reported to local law enforcement as required.” …”

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Bullying children who are overweight may lead to more weight gain, study finds

By Gabrielle Moreira – FOX 5 06/03/2019
“…researchers found that children who were bullied often gained an average of 0.44 pounds per year, …They also believed that bullying led to higher levels of stress, which causes the release of cortisol and that hormone can also lead to weight gain.” …”

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