Sexual Assault, Alcohol, and College
Though sexual assault is a widespread problem, college students around the country are experiencing this issue at higher rates than the general population. In fact, sexual violence is more prevalent on college campuses than any other crime. According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), college-aged women are twice as likely to be […]
The Real Impact of Shoplifting
The holiday season is approaching, and with that comes the likelihood someone will shoplift. While it may not seem like a big deal, shoplifting has a bigger impact than many realize.
How to Tell if Someone is Addicted to Stealing
It is estimated that there are about 27 million shoplifters in America. Roughly 25% of all shoplifters in America are under the age of 18 and 55% of adult shoplifters in America began shoplifting when they were in their teens.
Domestic Violence: Education and Intervention
Domestic violence is an epidemic that affects individuals in every community, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, economic status, race, religion, or nationality. Domestic violence can result in physical injury, psychological trauma, and in some cases, even death. The devastating physical, emotional, and mental consequences of domestic violence cross generations and last a lifetime.
Adult Alcohol Use
For most people, moderate alcohol use is not considered harmful. However, alcohol consumption in general is associated with a variety of short- and long-term health risks, such as vehicular crashes, violence, sexually risky behaviors, high blood pressure, and various cancers, including breast cancer. The risk of these harms increases as the amount of alcohol consumed […]
What You Need To Know About Bullying
Bullying is a widespread problem—in the classroom, office, and beyond. And in recent years, due to widespread access and use of the internet, smartphones, and apps, bullying has taken on a new form: cyberbullying. It’s an issue that far too many individuals are familiar with: 1 in 5 high school students report being bullied at […]
