Fireworks and Their Impact on Health

July 8th, 2022

The 4th of July has come and gone, with families and friends celebrating the holiday with fireworks. In the next year, there is some information about fireworks to consider – the harmful toll fireworks can take on the world. While fireworks can be used and cause problems no matter the time of year, 4th of […]

Teen Dating Violence

February 1st, 2022

For adolescents, health care professionals can be essential in the recognition and treatment of abuse. Therefore, it’s important for those who work with teenagers and young adults to understand the prevalence of dating violence. Discovering teen dating violence in its early stages can prevent re-victimization and equip teenagers with the knowledge of what is (and […]

Abusive Head Injuries in Children

September 23rd, 2020

Head injuries can occur in children for a variety of reasons; they could be the result of an accident, like falling down the stairs, or they could be caused by medical ailments. In some cases of pediatric head trauma, however, abuse may be a factor. Defining Abusive Head Trauma The CDC considers abusive head trauma […]

Substance Abuse & Intimate Partner Violence

July 8th, 2020

In cases of domestic violence, substance abuse can have devastating effects. Several traits that go hand-in-hand with substance abusers are likewise associated with perpetrators of violence, such as loss of control, preoccupation, and obsession. How can substance abuse impact DV victims? Both domestic abuse victims and substance abusers have a greater tendency to tolerate adverse […]