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What is Corporal Punishment? Corporal punishment, also referred to as physical punishment, is defined as any physical force used to cause discomfort or pain in response to an unwanted behavior. This form of discipline was widely accepted and used in schools across the United States in the 19th and 20th centuries. In more recent decades, […]
An Overview of Elder Abuse Among victims of interpersonal violence, older adults (generally, those 65 or older) have historically been overlooked. In recent years, though, efforts to understand, create interventions for, and prevent elder abuse have been increasing. Similarly to other forms of interpersonal violence, violence against older adults can include physical abuse, psychological abuse, […]
Prevalence of Mental Health Issues in the US Mental illness is no stranger to most people in the US. It is likely that even if you have not experienced a mental illness personally, you know someone who has. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 1 in 5 US adults experience a mental illness […]
The COVID-19 disruption of supply lines has had long-lasting impacts on the availability of medications and medical equipment across the United States. However, the shortages associated with the pandemic are not a new phenomenon. They have become a more prominent concern in recent years, increasing both in frequency and breadth. However, medication shortages are a […]
July 4th and Fireworks Recently, those who live in the United States celebrated Independence Day on July 4th. While fireworks are utilized for numerous occasions and celebrations, they are most notably associated with Independence Day. These bright displays of pyrotechnics are widely used on the actual holiday, as well as the timeframes leading up to […]
As of 2019, there were over 3 million refugees and asylum seekers that have been resettled in the United States (click here to see how resettlement is distributed throughout the United States). While successful resettlement is a step forward in the lives of those who have been forced from their countries of origin, it does […]
The Catholic Church and History of Child Sexual Abuse When you think about the Catholic religion, or any organized religion, child sexual abuse is not typically what might first come to mind. When people think about organized religion, more common connotations might include codes of conduct, moral standards, worship, and community. However, since entering the […]
A Brief Overview of Human Trafficking Human trafficking is the exploitation of another person for profit, labor, or some other material or service. It usually involves some sort of manipulation of the victim. This manipulation may take the form of force, coercion, misinformation, or a number of other tactics. Many of them are dependent on […]
Teacher Appreciation Week This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. It has been observed in the US since 1953, and became an official national holiday in 1980. The importance of teachers and their jobs is widely acknowledged. However, many professionals in the field have struggled to find support and resources. This inhibits their ability to provide […]
Speaking of Earth Day With the recent observation of Earth Day, many people may be considering the ways that environmental degradation affects our world. Commonly, problems like accelerated rates of extinction in wildlife, the depletion of natural resources, the shrinking of the polar ice caps, or the rising of sea levels come to mind when […]
