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Over the last decade or so, there has been a lot of attention paid to sexual abuse by members of the clergy – but most of the focus has been on priests and other male members of the churches. However, sexual abuse is not gender-specific, and numerous victims say that...
Nursing homes are important institutions that help provide much-needed care for elderly individuals who may require assistance with daily tasks, medical care and companionship. They can serve as a haven for those who may no longer be able to live independently,...
A recent interview with an esteemed writer at The Guardian — who also is an alumnus of the Crescent City’s Jesuit High School (JHS) — revealed the extreme tactics the Archdiocese of New Orleans has gone to avoid paying settlements to survivors of childhood sexual...
A lot of evangelical churches have developed a set of beliefs, values and practices around sexual abstinence and modesty – stressing the importance of sexual purity until marriage. By and large, this purity culture – along with all the pledges, rings, modest clothing...
Medical devices can improve quality of life, address illnesses, injuries and conditions and give them freedom they would not otherwise have. However, if they do not work properly, they can make a person’s condition worse or even result in severe health issues and...
Sexual abuse in nursing homes is a distressing reality that poses a significant risk to vulnerable residents. This form of abuse includes non-consensual sexual contact, exploitation and harassment. Recognizing the signs of sexual abuse in a nursing home setting can...
Sexual abuse in the church, specifically catholic, has been making the headlines for years. Many people, including children, have been sexually abused by people they go to for spiritual guidance. But what usually happens to such priests? Some archdioceses cover up...
When a child experiences sexual abuse, many of them keep the abuse a secret for years. In fact, some are haunted as adults by the fact that they did not fight back against the violence that was done to them and were, instead, somewhat or entirely passive toward their...
Losing a family member in an accident involving a drunk driver is a trauma no one should have to endure. Unfortunately, for thousands of Americans, it is a grief they must bear. The situation worsens if the deceased is the breadwinner of the family. A family may be...
Louisiana families who make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a nursing home do so with the best of intentions. They intend to provide the person with the care they need. While many facilities provide sufficient care for their residents, others are not so...