As a minority, the headlines lately have been disgusting. Fear and inequality is rampant in policy and attitude, whether it’s in the news, expressed in a rude internet...
Tag: CSA prevention
Stigma’s consequences part 2: inequality’s insidious impact
If you’re a minority, the news cycle has been dreary. Inequality is everywhere, whether it’s toxic bosses who...
Primary prevention basics
We all dream of a world where there’s less harm to our fellow human beings, but it may feel daunting to figure out exactly how to do that. Especially this time of year,...
Why MAPs don’t “Get help!”
Anyone who has discussed pedophilia or other minor attractions on social media has likely encountered the trope that individuals who are attracted to minors need to “get...
Preventing Performative Rage: Who bears the burden of protecting children?
The obvious answer to the above is – well – everyone. Every person is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the most vulnerable among us. But how safe...
Villainy and Sex
The MeToo movement is a social movement about empowering victims of sexual harassment and assault. It was started as survivors of these crimes spoke up about their…
The politics of protecting children
Our society's puritan approach to child protection means that it is constantly made fun of as an excuse for censorship. Ironically, though, mainstream child protection...
Raising Resilient Kids – Teaching Consent, Self-Efficacy, and Boundaries at all Ages – Part 2
Today we’re talking about school-age kids. They’re older, they’re starting to seek more independence in their daily tasks…
Raising Resilient Kids – Teaching Consent, Self-Efficacy, and Boundaries at all Ages – Part 1
There’s no perfect formula
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The Motivation-Facilitation Model of Sexual Offending
Child sexual abuse has been a significant and relevant issue for a long time worldwide. Hence some theoretical models and scientific research have been developed regarding...