How can we change toxic behavior?

Jan 18, 2019 | Feature, Trauma, Trauma: Prevention

If you’ve seen the Gillette commercial addressing toxic masculinity, chances are you have an opinion about it. The ad takes a new spin on the decades old Gillette slogan, asking “Is this the best a man can get?” while showing news clips and dramatizations of bullying,...

How to discipline without using corporal punishment

Dec 27, 2018 | Trauma, Trauma: Consequences, Trauma: Prevention

Spanking has been a controversial topic in the realm of parenting for some time. Is physical punishment ever justified? What are appropriate measures when it comes to discipline? Reflecting on the foundation and purpose of parental authority as well as on virtues...

Should Childhood Trauma Be Treated As A Public Health Crisis?

Nov 12, 2018 | Trauma, Trauma: Consequences, Trauma: Prevention

← Alaska Psychologist Sentenced in Child Porn Case What is child abuse and neglect? → Researchers followed a group of kids from childhood into adulthood to track the link between trauma in early life and adult mental health. When public health officials get...

Pediatricians strengthen stance against spanking kids

Nov 7, 2018 | Feature, Trauma

← Child Abuse and Neglect How to Spot the Signs and Make a Difference Can people be saved from a terrible childhood experiences? → (CNN)The American Academy of Pediatrics has hardened its stance against spanking children as a form of parental discipline.In a...

Countries that ban spanking have kids who are less likely to be violent

Oct 31, 2018 | Feature, Trauma, Trauma: Prevention

Spanking is, at present, controversial among U.S. parents.  Is a tap on the rump OK just to correct behavior the way your parents did? Or is spanking in any form child abuse – enough said? A large study from BMJ Open found spanking, slapping and smacking has...