Abuse

Punishment is often used as a primary method to alter unwanted behavior. Yet the ethical controversies raised outweigh support for its widespread use.

Mar 27, 2011 - Natalie Frank

African migrants en route to Israel are subjected to rape and assault by Egyptian traffickers. As the Egypt revolution takes place, migrants are laying low.

Feb 1, 2011 - Karen Stephenson

Five people are charged with the abuse of a disabled girl at a Florida group home. A 17-year old girl was burned with a clothes iron on her legs and ankles.

Jan 31, 2011 - Karen Stephenson

A bullying neighbour and a conversion flat can make life unbearable. To live peacefully and without harassment in your own home is a basic human right.

Jan 1, 2011 - Janet Cameron

In Egypt 21worshippers leaving a New Year's Mass lost their lives in a bomb blast that injured many others. The Pope denounced this act of violence.

Jan 1, 2011 - Karen Stephenson

Workaholism is an addictive behavior that not only negatively affects those around them, but has harmful emotional effects on the workaholic.

Dec 31, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

Military families are vulnerable to domestic violence and the victims often do not report abuse for fear that it will impact their spouse's career.

Nov 30, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

There's more than just toxic seafood and a ruined ecosystem in the wake of the Gulf oil spill; domestic violence, depression and substance abuse has soared.

Nov 27, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

More than 50% of children in India are sexually abused. A study conducted by Plan International also reveals physical punishment exists in Indian schools.

Oct 31, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

As our population ages, senior abuse continues to become a bigger issue. We should all be aware of the realities of abuse in seniors' retirement homes.

Oct 1, 2010 - Toby Welch

Police laid 26 additional assault charges against Dr. Doodnaught on Sept. 30, 2010. He was charged with sexually assaulting three female patients in March.

Sep 30, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

The Environmental Justice Foundation just released All at Sea, a new report how pirate fishing practices include physical abuse that sometimes causes death.

Sep 30, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

If a loved one is in a senior's lodge or retirement facility, it helps to know what to look for if you suspect they are being mistreated.

Sep 26, 2010 - Toby Welch

People continue to be told that secondhand smoke exposure isn't harmful to health, but another study shows it is.

Aug 28, 2010 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Benzylpiperazine or BZP is the latest party drug to come out of British Columbia. This chemical drug remains legal in Canada, yet in the U.S. is illegal.

Jul 31, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

Domestic abuse is a crime that is not identified by gender or country. News stories are reporting that husband abuse is a growing concern in many countries.

Jun 30, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

The World Health Organization annually marks May 31 as World No Tobacco Day. In Canada, this year's awareness campaign was on the Inuit and First Nations.

May 31, 2010 - Karen Stephenson

The legal system and society in general are encouraged to recognize and support male abuse victims, who are more prone to suicide.

May 20, 2010 - Christy Burton

Victims of violence & abuse share stories by decorating shirts with words & artwork. Finished shirts hang on a clothesline to stir awareness & offer hope.

May 1, 2010 - Mary King

Pedophiles are now going online to look for children they can victimize sexually. Teach kids to observe online safety rules to avoid falling prey to internet predators.

Feb 22, 2010 - Ma. Aleah Taboclaon

Abuse among intimate partners occurs in an estimated 4 to 6 million relationships yearly in the U.S. Anyone can be affected; everyone should know about domestic violence.

Feb 8, 2010 - Crystal Killion

Dating violence, in particular, physical and sexual coercion among late adolescent-aged youth, ranges from 20-30% according to information at Justice Canada.

Dec 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

A physical dependency or emotional dependency on a substance or activity is categorically addiction. Addictions are compulsive and habitual and can be very harmful.

Oct 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Canada's aging population is putting pressure on family members to become caregivers. The fear of increasing abuse is real as families experience added stress.

Jul 31, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Ritual abuse survivors lack services that validate their plight and often experience systemic abuse. Agencies need specialized training for their counselors.

Jul 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

There is a trend of violence toward teachers that is rapidly getting out of control in schools around the globe. Teachers are becoming fearful of a job they once loved.

Jun 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Financial abuse is another form of domestic abuse that affects not only the elderly, but it affects many people of all ages. This form of abuse can cause emotional harm.

Jun 30, 2009 - Karen Stephenson

Employers who allow employee smoking breaks discriminate against nonsmokers. Consider the health issues, plus smoking breaks mean extra work for nonsmoking workers.

May 2, 2009 - Mary King