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Tag: Violence
How To Prevent Sexual Assault
Let's be honest, no one wants to talk about sexual assault. It's ugly, and we’re uncomfortable with talking about it, so we try our best to pretend like it doesn't exist.
The Root Cause of Youth Violence
Youth Violence is the third leading cause of death in the United States, it has become a public Heath problem.
Teen Dating Violence {UK Resources}
On Sunday 26th November 2006, a 17 year old girl was stabbed to death by her ex boyfriend. This 17 year old was called Laura, a girl I grew up with and my younger sister's best friend. Even after all this time, Laura's senseless murder still shocks me to my core. It is hard to … Continue reading Teen Dating Violence {UK Resources}
Abuse: What It Looks Like, What It Feels Like, and Why You Never Deserve It
Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines abuse as "to treat so as to injure or damage." That definition and action can apply to most any type of abuse in existence. Black eyes and being hit and pushed around is often the first image that springs to mind when you hear the word "abuse." One may picture a young wife … Continue reading Abuse: What It Looks Like, What It Feels Like, and Why You Never Deserve It
Defying Shadows 