Sexual Assault: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Investigations On Campus
Sexual assault is a widespread problem, but in the past decade a spotlight has shined on assaults on college campuses. While prominent cases have captured headlines—including that of Chanel Miller who was sexually assaulted by Brock Turner and only received six months in prison—there are millions of other individuals who have or will face what […]
Sexual Assault: The Importance of Forensic Questioning
Sexual violence victims often experience trauma that has lifelong physical and emotional impacts. Unfortunately, it’s a common problem that 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience in their lifetime. 1 When an individual experiences sexual violence—whether it’s a single event or ongoing nonconsensual contact—it can be challenging to comprehend what happened […]
How Cyberbullying Affects Teens
For today’s teens, bullying doesn’t stop when the school day ends. Through social media, text messages, online gaming, and messaging apps, cyberbullying can follow young people wherever they go. Unlike traditional bullying, harmful messages, rumors, and harassment can spread quickly online and remain visible long after they are posted. The prevalence of cyberbullying continues to […]
What are Hallucinogens?
Hallucinogens are a powerful group of drugs that can cause serious health consequences and potentially death. Despite the well-documented negative effects of the drugs, they continue to be widely used and abused across age groups, with an estimated 5.6 million people aged 12 or older who reported using them in 2015-2018.1 Often referred to as […]
Studies Show Marijuana Decriminalization and Legalization Increases Use Among Minors
On February 1, 2021, Oregon’s law of decriminalizing all drugs, including heroin and cocaine, went into effect—the first-ever initiative of its kind in the United States. Despite the new direction some states are taking towards decriminalization, many policymakers argue no drugs, including marijuana, should be decriminalized.
What are Stimulants?
Though the spotlight is often on opioids, stimulants have also disrupted the lives of many people around the world. And when combined, the two types of drugs make for an even deadlier combination—with an increasing number of deaths involving the mixture of stimulants and heroin, among other illicit drugs.
Sexual Assault, Alcohol, and College
Though sexual assault is a widespread problem, college students around the country are experiencing this issue at higher rates than the general population. In fact, sexual violence is more prevalent on college campuses than any other crime. According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN), college-aged women are twice as likely to be […]
Prescription Drug Misuse
Prescription drug misuse is on the rise in the United States, and its prevalence continues to impact communities around the nation. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), almost 7 million Americans – or 2.7% of the population – abuse prescription drugs. Certain populations, such as youth and older adults, are at particular […]
The Real Impact of Shoplifting
The holiday season is approaching, and with that comes the likelihood that someone will shoplift. While it may not seem like a big deal, shoplifting has a bigger impact than many realize.