Archive for October, 2007

How Can You Tell If A Child Has Experienced Abuse?

Sonia P: How do you know or how do you go about asking a child if they have been sexually abused? What are some of the signs one could look out for?

JW: Unfortunately, children who’ve been the victim of sexual abuse often keep it to themselves. Continue reading How Can You Tell If A Child Has Experienced Abuse? »

What Is the Legal Distance A Sex Offender Must Live From A School?

Eric B.: I was wondering, what is the legal distance a sex offender is required to live away from school? I live close to a school, and there is a sex offender who lives 2 blocks away from me. I’m concerned because I have young children and also fear for the other children in the neighborhood as well. Continue reading What Is the Legal Distance A Sex Offender Must Live From A School? »

How Can I Tell If I’m Being Pulled Over By A Real Police Officer?

James S.: How can you tell if you are being pulled over by a legitimate police officer and not just someone posing as police? Continue reading How Can I Tell If I’m Being Pulled Over By A Real Police Officer? »

How Can I Help A Teen Addicted To Drugs?

Jack S.: How can you talk to a teen about doing drugs, and what can be done to help teenagers who are addicted? Continue reading How Can I Help A Teen Addicted To Drugs? »

Overcoming The Stigma Of Mental Illness

The World Health Organization promotes October 10 as World Mental Health Day, aiming to raise public awareness and fight stigmas associated with mental health issues. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) reports up to a quarter of American adults suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder in any given year. Most cases are highly treatable, which means people can still lead healthy lives. But being able to discuss the situation with family or someone trusted is often the major obstacle that has to be overcome in order to take steps towards treatment and support. Continue reading Overcoming The Stigma Of Mental Illness »



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