SAFE Newsletter 07/02/2019

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Male Victims of Domestic Violence

Sexual abuse conference educates on often 'invisible' male, African American, LGBTQ survivors Lisa Speckhard Pasque - The Capital Times  06/28/2019

"… Arnitta Holliman didn't realize the prevalence of sexual violence against men until she worked in a prison performing mental health screenings and routinely asked inmates direct questions about it. …"

Bullying

Some children are more likely to suffer depression long after being bullied By Medical Xpress  07/01/2019

"… Some young adults who were bullied as a child could have a greater risk of ongoing depression due to a mix of genetic and environmental factors according to a new study from the University of Bristol. …"

Elder Abuse

More support coming to prevent elder abuse, exploitation in RI  By Julianne Lima - WPRI  06/28/2019

"… The Special Task Force to Study Elderly Abuse and Financial Exploitation released its final report Friday that provides recommendations on new policies and legislation that would educate seniors and prevent others from taking advantage of them. …"

Sibling Abuse

Nearly 30% of kids experience sibling bullying—as either bully or victim By Rachael Sharman - Medical Press  07/01/2019

"… Sibling bullying tends to fly under the radar, in large part because many bullies and victims see it as a normal part of sibling relationships. …"

LGBT Victims of Domestic Violence

Study: Nearly Half of Gay Men Face Domestic Abuse By Robert Preidt -Web MD  06/16/2019

"… In a sobering finding that shows women aren't the only victims of domestic violence, researchers report that nearly half of men in same-sex couples have suffered some form of abuse at the hands of their partner. …"

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