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H.R. 3126: The Stop Child Abuse in Residential Programs for Teens Act of 2011

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On October 6, 2011, two senior Democratic lawmakers from the House and the Senate reintroduced legislation to stop abuse in teen residential programs. U.S. Rep. George Miller (D-CA), the Senior Democrat on the Education and the Workforce Committee and U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA), the chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, reintroduced H.R. 3126,

SUWS School of Urban and Wilderness Survival

SUWS School of Urban and Wilderness Survival

What Is School of Urban and Wilderness Survival? In recent years, SUWS was referred to as The School of Urban and Wilderness Survival, which is focused on primary survivalist approach. It slowly grew from its humble beginnings to the kind of comprehensive treatment program with curriculum oriented towards emotional growth. Located in Shoshone, Idaho, SUWS

Homeless And Travelers Aid Society

Homeless and Travelers Aid Society Rescue Youth Resource Guide

What Is Homeless And Travelers Aid Society? Helping the Capital District of the State of New York, the Homeless, and Travelers Aid Society aids the homeless and the poor so that they can lead safe, self-sufficient, and independent lives. Established in 1924, the society serves as the center for access point, assessment, and intake of

The National Runaway Switchboard

National Runaway Switchboard

The National Runaway Switchboard is designated by the federal government to be the national communication system for homeless and runaway youth. Teenagers and their family members can call the hotline 24/7 if they have problems and want help regarding social service organizations and agencies. Callers can call if they need counseling, medical assistance, food, shelter

Issues That Make Substance Abuse Among the Youth More Problematic

Substance abuse is a serious problem in the community. Whether people are experimenting with drugs or alcohol, their lives are adversely affected by these substances. Unfortunately, many young people are also involved in such issues. What makes these problems even worse amongst this younger population? Many People Involved At a young age, people are generally

Oak Ridge Military Academy

Oak Ridge Military Academy

What Is Oak Ridge Military Academy? Oak Ridge Military Academy is a military school located in North Carolina. The academy accepts girls and boys who are in grades 7 to 12. It also offers an academic camp and military camp during the summer. A college preparatory school, Oak Ridge Military Academy aims to stimulate curiosity,

Sequel Three Springs of Indiana Treatment Program

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What Is Sequel Three Springs of Indiana? Sequel TSI is a leader in youth services which is recognized all over the United States of America as the premier education and therapy provider to struggling adolescents who have learning, behavioral, and emotional issues. It aims to prepare both adolescents and their families to have fulfilling and

The Truth About Bullies

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The Truth About Bullies by James Lehman, MSW The public perception of bullying is that bullies are acting out to cover their own fears. They may indeed be afraid, but accepting this as a reason makes bullies sound like victims of their fears — like we’re supposed to feel sorry for them and not hold them