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By: Megan Farmer Overview The NFL season has begun in the United States, with the official schedule running from September to January. For many families, football season is a time for get-togethers, camaraderie, and celebration as everyone roots for their favorite teams. However, big sporting events also bring intense emotions, usually heightened by alcohol consumption. […]
With the publication date for Mental Health Issues of Child Maltreatment: Contemporary Strategies just around the bend, we here at STM Learning want to share more about what makes this two-volume workbook set a critical resource. Overview Child Maltreatment is a global public health issue that affects children and families of all backgrounds. Preventing, addressing, […]
While the holidays are a joyous time for many individuals, it is not be the most wonderful time of the year for some. It can be especially hard for those struggling with substance use issues, or those who have loved ones struggling. Depending on circumstances and triggers, people may be more likely to struggle or […]
The Scope of the VA The US Department of Veterans Affairs, commonly referred to as the VA, operates the largest health care system in the country. The Veterans Health Administration provides care for over 9 million veterans annually. However, this only represents about half of the veteran population, as there are about 19 million veterans […]
Ace Week (formerly, Asexual Awareness Week), takes place in the last full week of October. It is a campaign designed to increase awareness and education surrounding asexuality and asexual issues. Asexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by experiencing little to no sexual attraction to any gender. It may also be used as an umbrella term […]
A Global Crisis It goes without saying that nursing professionals have very demanding and strenuous jobs. Unfortunately, the pandemic has exacerbated the negative aspects of nursing, in ways that have taken a huge toll on the nursing workforce. While there was already a shortage of nurses prior to the pandemic, it has now increased, exceeding […]
*Please note that while the information provided is specific to those involved with the criminal justice system, much of it can also be applied to those detained in immigration facilities. Those who are currently or have previously been involved in the justice system are at significantly higher risk than the average population for chronic health […]
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 […]
