Myth: Violence in relationships does not affect many people.Fact: Studies estimate that one in three teens are in an abusive relationship.Myth: Battering is only a momentary loss of temper. One incident doesn't constitute abuse.Fact: Battering involves the establishment of fear and control in a relationship through violence and other forms of abuse used to manipulate one’s partner. Its…See More

When Jeremiah Couldn't Take More Bullying, He Took His LifeHow tired of that headline are we?   What can be done?  Here is a link to the story:…See More

It is easy to be angry, and upset about the behavior of bullies. After all we know that their behavior has terrible outcomes for their victims. But empathy, and compassion for bullies, ought to be part of our approach to the problem of bullying.Kids do not become bullies without system involvement. Remember without the bystanders, and the silent consent given by folks within their system, the bully…See More

Brandon Elizares, a 16-year-old from El Paso, Tex., took his own life early this month after being bullied and threatened at school because of his sexuality, KVIA-TV reports."My name is Brandon Joseph Elizares and I couldn't make it," his suicide note read, according to the station. "I love you guys with all…See More

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Before watching keep in mind that there is very strong language in here.   The words are ones I am confident most middle school and high school students are hearing, and maybe even using.  Just a warning though:Losers from Everynone on Vimeo.See More

The parents of a 17-year-old Indiana high school student say the constant bullying their son suffered due to his Middle Eastern ethnicity culminated in a beating that injured his brain, and are suing the school district for failing to intervene as his physical and verbal abuse escalated. For more on the story,Click HereSee More