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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Victims of sexual violence distressed by MPs' pugnacious' questioning

Witnessing pugnacious questioning resulted in her breaking down, sobbing and struggling to breathe. The committee chair failed to prevent the tone from escalating.
UK politics
#domestic-abuse
fromIndependent
4 days ago
Law

Alcoholic lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence

fromIndependent
4 days ago
Law

Alcoholic lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence

#bullying
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
LGBT

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'They did nothing.' L.A. girl's death raises questions about darkest side of bullying at school

A tragic incident of bullying led to the death of 12-year-old Khimberly, raising questions about school safety and accountability.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Classmates subjected a young teen to "relentless" homophobic bullying. Then tragedy struck. - LGBTQ Nation

Leyton Taylor, a 13-year-old boy, died by suicide after enduring relentless bullying at school for being openly gay.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
15 hours ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

How Can Survivors Regain Pleasure After Sexual Trauma?

Survivors of sexual trauma can experience a range of sexual responses, including both desire and avoidance, and their fantasies often overlap with non-victims.
Law
fromIndependent
18 hours ago

Youth who killed his friend, sold heroin in custody and assaulted prison officer, court hears

A 16-year-old murderer should not receive a life sentence, despite committing further offenses in adult prison.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
Healthcare
fromCity Limits
13 hours ago

Opinion: Medicaid-Funded Care Saves and Rebuilds Lives

Medicaid reductions threaten access to essential health care for those living with or at risk for HIV, impacting thousands of individuals.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
18 hours ago

Why People Risk Their Lives for Animals in War

Civilians in Ukraine face life-threatening decisions, often prioritizing their pets over personal safety due to emotional responses under extreme stress.
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
17 hours ago

Dangers coming from inside the house - Harvard Gazette

John D. Spengler's research significantly advanced indoor air quality awareness and led to smoking bans on airplanes and improved childhood asthma understanding.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Knife crime deaths surge as at least two school-aged children dying every month'

Knife-related deaths among children in England are rising, with significant increases in fatalities and incidents reported in recent years.
#school-safety
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Using Human Kindness as a Shield Against School Violence

Billions are wasted on ineffective security measures for schools instead of investing in mental health resources and social support systems.
fromNews 12 - Long Island
23 hours ago

Teen beaten and robbed of bookbag in East Flatbush

Four individuals approached the 19-year-old man and got into an argument with him. They punched the victim multiple times in the face before taking his North Face book bag.
New York City
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

Agony, anger and tears: Queens mourns murder of 15-year-old Jaden Pierre at heartbreaking vigil | amNewYork

A community mourns the loss of 15-year-old Jaden Pierre, demanding justice for his murder during a vigil filled with grief and emotional tributes.
Privacy professionals
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Woman says chatbot pushed her son to suicide and these 'guardrails' are crucial

Legislation is proposed to regulate companion chatbots to protect minors from potential harm, requiring risk assessments and crisis resource referrals.
#murder
NYC music
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez

D4vd faces first-degree murder charges in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with potential life sentences or death penalty.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

He brutally killed his trans girlfriend while she slept. Now he's facing the consequences. - LGBTQ Nation

Deandre Bell was arrested for allegedly murdering Davonta Curtis, a Black transgender woman, with a hammer and stealing her belongings.
NYC music
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez

D4vd faces first-degree murder charges in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with potential life sentences or death penalty.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

He brutally killed his trans girlfriend while she slept. Now he's facing the consequences. - LGBTQ Nation

Deandre Bell was arrested for allegedly murdering Davonta Curtis, a Black transgender woman, with a hammer and stealing her belongings.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Canada's residential school abuse survivors face fresh battle to stop testimony being destroyed

About 38,000 former students came forward to detail the mistreatment they were subjected to in what was later described as a policy of cultural genocide.
Canada news
Television
fromVulture
1 day ago

Dakota Mortensen 'Does Not Agree' With Perception of Domestic-Abuse Allegations

Dakota Mortensen prioritizes his son and reflects on past challenges after Taylor Frankie Paul's domestic situation.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

D4vd charged with murder in slaying of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez

D4vd, a singer, was charged with murder in the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was found in his rental car.
Arts
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Visuals Help Expose the Realities of Mass Incarceration to a Wider Audience

The Warehouse exhibition transforms understanding of mass incarceration through visual storytelling, making complex issues accessible to a wider audience.
#gun-violence
fromEsquire
1 day ago
SF parents

Mike Johnson Can't Even Muster Up a Respectable Response for a Mass Shooting in His Own District

Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Son of 78-year-old Bronx stray bullet victim decries citywide gun 'crisis'

Gun violence among youth in urban areas is a growing crisis that demands immediate attention and action from the community and authorities.
SF parents
fromEsquire
1 day ago

Mike Johnson Can't Even Muster Up a Respectable Response for a Mass Shooting in His Own District

Mental health issues and easy access to firearms contributed to a tragic shooting of eight children in Louisiana by their father.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
3 days ago

AI Company Known for Teen Suicides Launches New Feature to Turn Books Into Roleplaying Experiences

Character.AI introduces 'c.ai Books' to create interactive storytelling experiences using classic literature, despite past controversies and a ban on underage users.
#violence-against-women
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Media coverage of violence against women reaches dismal' low, report finds

Media coverage of violence against women and misogyny is alarmingly low, with only 1.3% of global news addressing these issues in 2025.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Media coverage of violence against women reaches dismal' low, report finds

Media coverage of violence against women and misogyny is alarmingly low, with only 1.3% of global news addressing these issues in 2025.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Violence Against Women and Girls Is a Multifaceted Problem

Violence against women and girls is influenced by intersecting factors like racism and ableism, creating unequal risks and barriers to justice.
Psychology
fromwww.dw.com
19 hours ago

How grievance turns to violence in a mass shooter's mind

Mass shootings often stem from escalating grievances and personal trauma rather than spontaneous acts or primarily mental illness.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
13 hours ago

Attorneys raise questions over NYC Council bills that would limit children's social media usage to 1 hour daily | amNewYork

Proposed bills to limit social media use for minors face criticism for potential civil rights violations and First Amendment concerns.
#mental-health
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Education

'I stood up to my workplace bully - everyone tells you not to, but fighting back was my therapy'

fromIndependent
1 day ago
Education

'I stood up to my workplace bully - everyone tells you not to, but fighting back was my therapy'

Social justice
fromQueerty
18 hours ago

So many funerals, so little help: How our community faced AIDS & refused to disappear - Queerty

The AIDS crisis in America illustrates the impact of youth activism, community, and the ongoing fight for equality and access to care.
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

US mass shooting leaves 8 children dead in Louisiana

Shreveport police chief Wayne Smith stated, 'This is an extensive scene unlike anything most of us have ever seen,' highlighting the severity of the incident.
SF parents
#shooting
SF parents
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

13-year-old suspect identified in violent shooting near middle school in North Hills

A 13-year-old boy allegedly opened fire outside Sepulveda Middle School, injuring a 17-year-old during a chaotic incident.
SF parents
fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

13-year-old suspect identified in violent shooting near middle school in North Hills

A 13-year-old boy allegedly opened fire outside Sepulveda Middle School, injuring a 17-year-old during a chaotic incident.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'He could kill another woman': Brother of murder victim hits out at authorities over how killer's release has been handled

Authorities' handling of David McCord's parole breaches is criticized as 'madness' by the brother of murder victim Nichola Dickson.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

He was just a regular kid': Family mourns Queens teen shot dead in park as community prepares for emotional vigil | amNewYork

Jaden Pierre, a 15-year-old, was shot dead in Queens during a planned water balloon fight, leaving his family and community in mourning.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Guardian view on social care shortages: housing charities could help England's hidden children' | Editorial

Attention to vulnerable children is crucial as failures in social care reflect poorly on society and can cause long-term harm.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Critter cruelty: Animal abusers be listed on publicly accessible registry under new NYC Council bill

The registry, Ariola said, would go a long way toward protecting New York's animals by allowing rescues and other agencies to quickly search the names of potential adoption applicants, and prevent any sale or adoption by people who are known to cause harm to animals.
Pets
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Revealed: Children among nearly 200 patients kept in hospital last year because they had no home to go to

Delayed discharges in hospitals increased from 148 to 191 patients due to homelessness and lack of proper step-down care.
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Knowing Themselves Helps LGBTQ+ Teens Thrive

Research indicates that LGBTQ+ teens entering high school experience significantly higher anxiety symptoms compared to their cisgender heterosexual peers, highlighting the unique challenges they face during this transition.
LGBT
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Child victims of online sexual abuse in UK inadequately protected, review finds

Child victims of online sexual abuse face increased risks due to police forces' inability to manage rising cases and inadequate protective measures.
#mass-shooting
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Louisiana mass shooting: What we know about suspect, eight children killed

A man killed his seven children and a cousin in Shreveport, Louisiana, marking the deadliest mass shooting in the US in over two years.
US news
fromFortune
2 days ago

8 children between the ages of 1 and 14 are dead after a Louisiana shooting that was 'unlike anything most of us have ever seen,' police say | Fortune

A gunman in Louisiana killed eight children and two others in a domestic violence mass shooting, marking the deadliest incident in over two years.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago
US news

8 children between the ages of 1 and 14 are dead after a mass shooting in Louisiana, police say

SF parents
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Louisiana gunman killed eight children, including seven of his own, police say

Eight children were killed in a mass shooting in Shreveport, with the gunman shot dead by police during a car chase.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Louisiana authorities identify eight children killed in domestic incident'

Eight children were killed in a domestic incident in Shreveport, marking the deadliest US mass shooting in over two years.
US news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'We're holding the victims and their families close in our prayers' - Eight children killed in Louisiana mass shooting

Ten people were shot in the deadliest mass shooting in the US in over two years, involving victims aged one to fourteen.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Louisiana mass shooting: What we know about suspect, eight children killed

A man killed his seven children and a cousin in Shreveport, Louisiana, marking the deadliest mass shooting in the US in over two years.
US news
fromFortune
2 days ago

8 children between the ages of 1 and 14 are dead after a Louisiana shooting that was 'unlike anything most of us have ever seen,' police say | Fortune

A gunman in Louisiana killed eight children and two others in a domestic violence mass shooting, marking the deadliest incident in over two years.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago
US news

8 children between the ages of 1 and 14 are dead after a mass shooting in Louisiana, police say

SF parents
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Louisiana gunman killed eight children, including seven of his own, police say

Eight children were killed in a mass shooting in Shreveport, with the gunman shot dead by police during a car chase.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Louisiana authorities identify eight children killed in domestic incident'

Eight children were killed in a domestic incident in Shreveport, marking the deadliest US mass shooting in over two years.
US news
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

'We're holding the victims and their families close in our prayers' - Eight children killed in Louisiana mass shooting

Ten people were shot in the deadliest mass shooting in the US in over two years, involving victims aged one to fourteen.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

4 Words That Stop a Gaslighter in Their Tracks

Gaslighters manipulate perceptions to create self-doubt; using the phrase 'I remember this differently' helps disengage from their tactics.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Stalking offences in England and Wales have surged due to increased recognition and technology, with over 135,000 recorded last year.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Survivors of alleged sexual abuse by former owner of Harrods want enablers to face justice

Survivors of abuse by Mohamed Al Fayed demand accountability and regulation to prevent future incidents, emphasizing the need for meaningful consequences.
Social justice
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
#sexual-assault
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Use Sexual Assault Awareness Month to Talk With Your Teen

Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, and alcohol consumption increases the risk of such incidents among teens.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Use Sexual Assault Awareness Month to Talk With Your Teen

Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, and alcohol consumption increases the risk of such incidents among teens.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-ed | A jury told Meta its platforms harm children. Here's what New York parents need to know. | amNewYork

Meta was ordered to pay $375 million for harming children's mental health and failing to prevent child exploitation.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Trump Order Halts Legal Aid for Migrant Youth as Colleges Partner With ICE

The Trump administration's funding cuts halted legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children, impacting their representation and deportation risks.
#school-shooting
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

When Trauma Awareness Stops at the Hospital Door

Chronic health conditions significantly impact psychological well-being, yet healthcare providers often neglect this aspect for both patients and themselves.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Man who lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence jailed

A man was sentenced to two years in prison for 18 months of abusive and controlling behavior towards his partner.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting, gunman fatally shot by police

Eight children have been killed in a shooting spree in the southern US state of Louisiana, in what police said appears to have been an incident of domestic violence.
SF parents
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

San Jose State deaths raise mental health concerns - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose State University is addressing recent suicides while balancing the need for transparency and the risk of contagion.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Parents of teen who died in 2025 call for more government support

A Bournemouth University student died from Meningitis B in October 2025, prompting her parents to urge vaccination awareness and government reconsideration of meningitis vaccination policies.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

She found out a boy was gay. So she tortured him with a knife. - LGBTQ Nation

Grether Leidy Guadarramas Pena was arrested for allegedly cutting a young male family member after discovering his homosexuality through online messages.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Why we want child abuse nursery held accountable'

Parents of children abused at a London nursery criticize Camden Council for refusing to investigate safeguarding failures, citing conflict of interest concerns.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago

Youth Suicide Rates Decline, Risks Remain

The number of suicides per 100,000 young people ages 10 to 24 declined by nearly 12 percent, from 11 to 9.7, between 2021 and 2024. The decrease was driven largely by reductions among young men, whose suicide levels fell by nearly 15 percent, while suicides among young women declined by about 2 percent.
Mental health
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Protecting children is a priority now is the time to prove it

A billion children suffer violence yearly; proven prevention strategies exist but urgent political action and scaled investments are required to meet 2030 targets.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Tragic new data shows one in six children who die by suicide is LGBTQ+

New data has shown that one in six children that died by suicide in England between April 2019 and March 2025 were part of the LGBTQ+ community. Out of the 647 children that died by suicide during that time period, 107 were LGBTQ+ and 46 were transgender. The figures were obtained by QueerAF via a Freedom of Information request to the National Child Mortality Database.
LGBT
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Supporting Youth at Risk With Empathic Intervision

Empathic intervision in youth support groups cultivates integrative empathy, building resilience, belonging, and agency through structured dialogue, deep listening, and practical empathic skills.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Sexual Abuse in Families: Be Brave and Address the Harm

Sexual abuse is never the victim's fault; parents can and must address intrafamilial sexual abuse to break cycles of generational trauma and prevent further harm.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Understanding and Preventing Image-Based Sexual Abuse

Image-based sexual abuse is sexual violence causing enduring social, psychological, and economic harm, requiring changes in consent norms, empathy, and accountability for prevention.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Report finds children with mental health diagnoses often incarcerated instead of getting treatment

"Prolonged Incarceration of Children Due to Mental Health Care Shortages,"
Mental health
Mental health
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California mental health advocate killed by her husband, officials say

Celinda Jane Gonzales, a Yurok mental health advocate and suicide-prevention worker, was killed in an apparent murder-suicide by her husband in Humboldt County.
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