Behavior Modification: The BasicsAll parents have the challenge of teaching children appropriate behavior. Some children are more challenging than others. Behavior modification is a helpful technique that parents can learn and use fairly easily.
Female Violence: Problems and SolutionsWe do not want to believe that mothers, sisters and daughters can be violent, but it is an increasing problem. This is a study of what violent females are like.
Assessing the Future Risk of Youth ViolenceIt is essential that youth at risk for future violence receive the appropriate interventions to prevent aggression. Risk assessment tools can aid in this process.
11 Ways to Protect Our Children from Sexual AbuseSexual abuse of children is a horrible event and the fear of every parent. These offenders are in our communities and will always be there. We need to do all we can to stop abuse at every level: family, community, State, and Nation. Here are some ideas that may not be what you expect.
Treating Mental Health and Forensic PopulationsSelf-directed and strengths based care is appropriate for a mental health population. However, a more directed approach is needed for the forensic population because the client?s goals are often antisocial and by definition counter to the best interests of society.
7 Signs Your Teenager is at Risk for Violent BehaviorTeenaged killers have filled the headlines. Teen violence is preventable if youth at risk are identified and appropriate treatment is made available. Seven risk factors are listed.
Preventing Future ViolenceUnderstanding the development of violence allows us to not only predict, but prevent future acts of violence. Services must be provided as early in the cycle as possible.