Articles written by Karen Stephenson
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Sexually Abusive Mothers
Statistics prove that some mothers sexually assault their children. Anecdotal evidence suggests that females who sexually abuse is under-reported by professionals.
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Teen Dating Violence
Dating violence, in particular, physical and sexual coercion among late adolescent-aged youth, ranges from 20-30% according to information at Justice Canada.
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Wife Abuse in Islamic Communities
Domestic abuse is rife in some Islamic communities worldwide. Writers and advocates around the world are actively uncovering the 'accepted' crime of Islamic wife abuse.
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Honor Killing is Domestic Violence
Thousands of women are murdered every year in the name of family honor. Honor killing is a form of domestic violence and is regarded worldwide as violence against women.
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Solvent Sniffing: Inhalants Still Popular
Glue, lighter fluid and gas sniffing are still popular "highs" among youth in North America. A typical home has about 30 products that can be abused.
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Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana is a good idea. Thousands of patients have found pain-relief through smoking cannabis. There's concern that some dispensaries are selling illegally.
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Sex Abuse Support in Orthodox Jewish Communities
Sexual abuse crimes in the Orthodox Jewish community have been kept silent for many years. Brooklyn is home for a hotline set up specifically for the Jewish community.
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
FASD is not genetic condition as it can only occur when a mother drinks alcohol during pregnancy. Thousands of youth are at-risk and require strong supports and services.
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The Stigma of Addiction
Substance abuse statistics are lower than reported due to stigma attached to addictions. Jewish individuals believe shanda is deeply entrenched within their community.
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Male Breast Cancer
Breast cancer in men is found in 1% of all breast cancer cases. Although this is rare, men need to be aware that they are not immune from this form of carcinoma.
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Marital Rape
Marital rape is unwanted sexual acts by a spouse or common law partner that are committed against a person's will. These unwanted acts include any forced sexual behavior
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Defining Addictions
A physical dependency or emotional dependency on a substance or activity is categorically addiction. Addictions are compulsive and habitual and can be very harmful.
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Over the Counter Drug Abuse
Over the counter medications (OTC) containing dextromethorphan are abused by youth at an alarming rate. The Food and Drug Administration warns against DXM abuse.
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Abuse of Medicinal Marijuana
Medical marijuana is fairly new in Canada and in the U.S. Like so many prescription pharmaceuticals, some people cross the line and an addiction is formed.
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History of Eastern State Penitentiary
When Eastern State Penitentiary opened 180 years ago it was the most expensive and high-tech prison in the world. This Gothic-like structure towered over Philadelphia.
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Halloween Haunted Attractions
Dozens of paranormal investigation teams have declared Eastern State Penitentiary haunted. This 180-year old facility is the perfect haunt for a Halloween attraction.
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Top Ten Halloween Haunts in the U.S.
Every year thousands of thrill-seekers set out to find the ultimate Halloween horror. Halloween attractions have become big business in providing a haunting experience.
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Understanding Addictions
Addictions are confusing to those living with an addict as they search for a specific reason why their family member succumbed to substance abuse. There is no one factor.
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Viagra® Abuse
Viagra® helps thousands of men who suffer from erectile dysfunction. Like any new drug on the market, there are those who will abuse it.
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Club Drugs and their Drug Street Names
Club drugs are a specific group of illicit substances that originated at discos, nightclubs and raves. Some pre-adolescent youth are experimenting with these drugs.
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Intrafamilial Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse that occurs within the family is called incest or intrafamilial sexual abuse. Incestuous relationships occur between blood relatives and damages lives.
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Understanding Individual Education Programs
Every child in Canada and the U.S. has the right to free and appropriate education. Children have many abilities and those who have challenges have the right to an IEP.
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Head Lice Treatment That's Safe
School's back in and before long head lice will make its return. Chemical lice treatment options can seriously harm a child's health, but there is a natural way.
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September is Substance Abuse Recovery Month
September 2009 is the 20th Annual National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month. This yearly observance highlights societal benefits of substance abuse treatment.
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Prescription Drug Abuse
The 2006 National Survey on Drug Use and Health revealed that among American youth ages 12 - 17 years old , 6% of them had tried prescription drugs for recreational use.
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Coffee, Cola, Energy Drinks and Caffeine Abuse
Caffeine is addictive. Even if a person drinks only one large cup of coffee per day, to go a day without can bring on caffeine withdrawal symptoms.
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Chronic Marijuana Use
Chronic pot use has the potential to cause a multitude of health effects for long-term smokers. Physiological and behavioral changes occur in those who abuse marijuana.
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Penis Restoration Techniques and Support for Men
Over the last thirty years men actively have searched for foreskin restoration services to obtain a natural penis. These men are finally at peace with their body image.
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Psychological Effects of a Circumcision
Many men are emotionally hurt due to having a circumcised penis. Loss of sexual pleasure and in some cases, being made to feel less of a man has caused anger and grief.
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History of Circumcision and Foreskin Restoring
Restoration of the prepuce after circumcision is not new. Historical documentation dating back to Ancient Egypt shows that many men have wanted their foreskin restored.
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Mascara and Eye Liners Can Cause Health Problems
Having well-defined eyes and thicker, longer lashes comes with hidden dangers that lurk in many cosmetics. Health ailments are linked to chemicals used in eye cosmetics.
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Student Success Includes Natural Lighting
Schools using fluorescent lighting may cause harm to students. Research indicates that fluorescent lighting affects learning abilities and in some cases overall health.
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Staying Fit 101
Keeping fit is part of the equation to living a healthy life. Incorporating an exercise program into daily routines will help achieve a good fitness level.
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Breathe Deep
Breathing is something that's automatic. The quality of the inhaled breath determines the amount of oxygen and nourishment that gets delivered to the cells.
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Pregnant Women with Drug Addictions Need Help
A developing fetus can be irreversibly damaged by the drugs a mother uses while pregnant. Substance abuse is serious and in some cases deadly for an unborn child.
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Elder Abuse - Abusing the Elderly is a Crime
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.
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Self-Harm is Self-Abuse
Inflicting pain is a coping method used by many teenagers to replace emotional pain with physical pain. Strategies are needed to avert these life long scars.
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Voices of Ritual Abuse Survivors
Ritual abuse survivors lack services that validate their plight and often experience systemic abuse. Agencies need specialized training for their counselors.
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Facebook Violates Canadian Laws
Facebook must respond to the Canadian Privacy Commission's findings that they are in violation of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act.
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Weed Season is in Full Swing
There's a plethora of vitamins and minerals waiting to be had in gardens all over North America. Nature has provided wild edible weeds that are chock full of goodness.
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Car Insurance Made Simple
Auto insurance is legally mandated in Canada. Many drivers shop around for a cheap policy and when in an accident, find out their cheap coverage was a bad decision.
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Canada Cancels All Debt Owed by Haiti
In the wake of celebrating Canada's birthday, the Department of Finance Canada issued a press release that states Canada has forgiven $2.3 million in debt owed by Haiti.
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Teacher Abuse is on the Increase
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.
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Financial Abuse is Fraud
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.
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Financial Abuse Among the Elderly
Financial abuse includes all forms of manipulation or exploitation of another person's money. It causes emotional harm as this is seen as another form of mental abuse.
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Lyme Disease Cases on the Rise
Global warming is creating favorable conditions for ticks to carry Lyme disease according to a June 2009 report by the Canadian Medical Association.
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Mind Control is a Form of Emotional Abuse
Individuals in dysfunctional relationships are often exposed to their partners' desire to control and change thoughts. Mind control, or brainwashing is emotional abuse.
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Cyber Bullying is Emotional Abuse
Cyber child abuse is a fact of life on the Internet. Chat rooms, instant messaging, social media sites and e-mails have helped to create the cyber bullying epidemic.
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Study Links Mouthwash Use to Oral Cancer
A study released early this year shows a link between mouthwashes that contain alcohol and an increased risk of oral cancer. Oral hygiene shouldn't come with a risk.
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Witnessing Abuse Through a Child's Eyes
Every year countless children are exposed to violence and emotional abuse. Witnessing physical abuse in the home has lifelong effects unless there is intervention.
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Personality Clashes Can Create Conflict
Personality clashes are often a jarring that occurs when entrenched values or belief systems collide. Each other is viewed as a threat and an emotional battle ensues.
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Children of Alcoholics
Parental alcohol misuse damages and disrupts a child from having a contented life. It blights the lives of entire families and harms the healthy development of children.
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Shifting Life into the Green Lane
Living green is a buzz phrase that implies many things including reducing carbon footprints. Green cleaning not only does that, but it has a positive impact on health.
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Emergency Response - Home Survival Kits
Awareness for home emergency management is important. May 3rd to 9th is Emergency Preparedness Week. A family emergency plan is an investment in having peace of mind.
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Foster Care Abuse Survivors
Child abuse happens in foster homes and it's mostly the system that fails children and their foster parents. Tighter restrictions are needed to protect children-in-care.
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Elder Abuse in Nursing Home Settings
Nursing home care for some senior citizens includes neglect and medication errors. Senior care standards need to improve as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day approaches.
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Narcissism in a Relationship
Narcissist individuals hurt those around them with verbal abuse that causes psychological problems. Recognizing signs of narcissistic personality disorder is important.
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Narcissism - A Self-Love Defense Mechanism
A person with narcissistic behavior exhibits self-obsession. People with a narcissistic disorder (NPD) are unable to put the needs of others ahead of their own.
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Brewing Fresh Herbal Tea
Brewing natural tea is easy and has cost saving, nutritional benefits. Mint, echinacea, chamomile and rosemary tea are not only healthy, they have anti aging properties.
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Mint - A Powerful Antioxidant
Fresh mint has a scroll full of nutritional and medicinal benefits guaranteed to assist in attaining good health. Spearmint and peppermint also provides health benefits.
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Emotional Abuse or Mental Abuse - Stop the Abuse
Verbally abusive people who use emotional abuse as a weapon have traces of narcissism. Control issues to the silent treatment, understanding is important to recover.
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Emotional Abuse is Emotional Bullying
The silent treatment is a damaging form of nonverbal communication in an interpersonal relationship. Abuse victims need to make changes to stop this abhorrent mind game.
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Stability Ball Exercises - Physical Fitness Fun
Swiss balls, or more commonly referred to as stability balls, are not new. This 50 year old invention is still gaining popularity among those who want to get fit.
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Stability Ball Exercises
Before starting any workout routines, consult with a doctor. Like any program, setting realistic goals and working toward them at a comfortable pace is important.
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SCRABBLE® Word Game History
SCRABBLE® is not just another board game. This quality word game has stood the test of time and expanded into SCRABBLE® online versions to stay current with demands.
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Emotional Abuse During Separation and Divorce
Separation, divorce and emotional abuse usually go hand-in-hand. The dissolution of marriage, and entering the family law arena can bring out the worst in a person.
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Canadian Social Bookmarking Web Site Zoomit
Zoomit Canada's catchy tagline, "Canada's News, Chosen by You", is empowering Canadians with a proven social bookmarking formula to vote on issues that matters to them.
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Aggression and Animal Abuse
Animal abusers are five times more likely to commit violent crimes against people. Deviant behaviors such as animal abuse usually originates from a traumatic childhood.
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Infanticide - Ultimate Child Abuse
Murdering a newborn baby, what could be more depraved? A woman killing a child she gave birth to is unthinkable, yet it happens. Infant homicide is a horrific crime.
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Lesbian Abuse is Domestic Violence
Violence against women is spousal abuse even if the perpetrator is another woman. Same sex marriages are not immune from becoming an abusive relationship.
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Moms Need Support - Child Sexual Abuse Hits Home
In the wake of a child or teenager disclosing sexual abuse, mothers are hurled into emotional trauma. The best way to support an abused child is to support the mother.
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Substance Abuse Now Includes Energy Drinks
Energy drinks are now included on substance abuse lists. These beverages are consumed to counteract insufficient sleep, stay awake longer and to increase energy levels.
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Food Abuse Among the Overweight is Staggering
Obesity in America and Canada is a serious issue that impacts health. Food addiction is a grave matter among the obese and with those who seek comfort by eating food.
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Online Gaming and Video Games: The Dark Side
Massively multiplayer online role playing games, or massively multiplayer online games have swelled over the past ten years. Amidst the popularity is a dark side.
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Chapped Lips: How to Soften the Smooch
Having soft lips requires special care because lip skin is thin and loses moisture easily. Harsh winter conditions can make lips chap and crack. Lip health is important
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Husband Abuse: Support and Recovery
Men's rights advocates have come a long way in getting husband abuse recognized as a form of domestic abuse. There is help and resources for men to recover from abuse.
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Female Porn Addiction
Women are slowly catching up to men with online porn addiction. 9.4 million women access adult websites every month and some of those sites include child pornography.
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How Emotions Can Upset the Glands
The glands of the endocrine system and the hormones they release influence almost every cell, organ, and function of the body. Good emotional health is in the glands.
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Senior Citizens Key to Longevity is Attitude
Centenarians do not need scientific data to tell them that happiness in old age has more to do with attitude than health. Optimism and effective coping styles are key.
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HIV and Emotional Abuse Older Adults Experience
More than 11% of people over the age of 55 are now living with AIDS. Many of these individuals are psychologically abused by loved ones because of the HIV AIDS stigma.
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Breast Cancer and Bras
Breast cancer and breast ailments are epidemic in modern society. The link between bras and breast cancer is possibly three times greater than smoking and lung cancer.
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Alcohol Consumption Increases Breast Cancer Risk
The more a woman drinks alcohol in her lifetime, the higher her risk of breast cancer. Combine that with cigarette smoking and this becomes a deadly combination.
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Maintaining Hair Health in Winter
Good nutrition and proper hydration is the key to healthy natural hair care in the cold winter months. Hair, just like skin, dries out due to the lack of water.
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Diverticulitis and Diverticulosis
A high fiber diet is the only treatment needed for most people who suffer with diverticulosis. Preventable measures can be taken in reducing chances for colon surgery.
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FAS : Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
FASD (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder) is a blanket term that describes the range of effects that can occur in a child whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy.
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Crystal Meth Drug Addiction
Methamphetamine, also commonly known as "crank" or "speed" is a potent central nervous system stimulant. Meth is cheap and has a strong propensity to become addictive.
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Emotional Intelligence in Relationships
Effective communication is key in assisting in the longevity of a relationship. Building emotional intelligence skills boosts people skills and enriches relationships.
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Abuse of Trust in Relationships
Adultery is no joke. Every day cheating men and cheating women destroy innocent lives. Affairs occur because selfish thrill-seekers lack communication skills.
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Advocacy for Child Safety
A school community includes individuals who advocate for the safety of children. Safety at a school crossing is crucial. Crossing guards deserve praise for their work.
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Cigarettes are a Chemical Cocktail
The cigarette industry knowingly manufactures a product that has chemicals. These chemicals, if on their own, fall under federal handling, storing and transportation laws
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War on Drugs Expands to Include a New Enemy
Drug abuse addiction continues to spread. Young adults continuously experiment for new highs that are potent and inexpensive. This time the cocktail is deadly, sherms.
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Hookah Smoking: A Growing Trend
Puffing on a hooka for one hour fills lungs with as much carbon monoxide as smoking a pack of cigarettes. Flavored tobacco in hookahs is becoming popular with youth.
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History of Hookah Smoking
Hookah bars, or hookah lounges, have existed around the world for over 500 years. Smoking flavored shisha is a pastime in many countries and is now in North America.
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How to Make Tasty Christmas Cookies
A Christmas cookie does not have to be flat. There are thousands of cookie recipes but these two Christmas cookie recipes are guaranteed to be a hit this holiday season!
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Inside Abusive Relationships
The control freak clearly exhibits abusive signs. Controlling behavior is common among angry people. Abusive men and abusive women can be helped if they are willing.
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How to Make the Absolute Best Carrot Cake
Searching through carrot cake recipes that will melt in your mouth? Look no further. Be warned though, this moist carrot cake is not for those watching their calories!
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People With Disabilities Languish with Abuse
Abuse violence has increased towards disabled people. Special needs children are vulnerable. Studies show that most perpetrators are family members or paid caregivers.
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How to Improve Listening Skills
Listening is something we inherently do everyday. Excellent communication skills is an ability that takes practice to perfect. Abuse victims need good listeners.
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Food Coloring
Food colorants add visual pleasure to our food. Interestingly, many food dyes used in Canada and the U.S. are banned throughout Europe and there are good reasons why.
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Military Women Sexually Abused
Women who enlist in the US military and are deployed have a much higher risk of being raped or sexually assaulted than women in combat being killed.
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