Monthly Archives: May 2012

Scientic confirmation shows the teen years are a time of significant transformations. Society has become more aware that adolescents have significant nuerological deficiences, and when teenagers come from a home where there is neglect, violent abuse,  sexual abuse etc. these risk factors set the … Continue reading →

John Edwards I don’t know what the verdict will be in the case, but I believe John Edwards knew money was being sent to his mistress. It’s amazing how things can change so fast for an individual, candidate for president … Continue reading →

More details emerge in Trayvon Martin investigation Its Amazing how Trayvon Martin is the victim and being treated as the criminal. Why is this happening?

Teenage defiance is on a uproar today in America. Many kids are experimenting with drugs and alcohol and succumb to peer pressure. Most people find it best to incarcerate them rather than teaching them coping skills to deal with their … Continue reading →

http://njn.jerseyconnect.net/life-and-work-in-new-jersey/ex-offenders The above link contains video vignettes that capture all facets of challenge that ex-offenders face in returning to their community.  Each challenge–self-efficacy, behavior, attitude, family, housing, employment, education, etc–is specifically explored in its own section with a brief writeup/introduction of what to expect from the … Continue reading →

Robbery While searching the Internet I came across this video of a teen being robbed during the day. It’s sad that students can’t go home in peace and not worry about being robbed or harmed physically.