Domestic & Dating Violence: Looking at the Youth Population
"Teen Dating Violence"
What do you notice about this video, words, images, relationship portrayed? What messages are being sent here? What age group do you think is targeted? How might the teenage and youth population be influenced by this video?
Peers and media also influence behaviors and attitudes. Research suggests between 50 to 80% of adolescents report knowing friends who were involved in dating violence (Ashley & Foshee, 2005; Halpern, Oslak, Young, Martin & Kupper, 2001; Teen Research Unlimited, 2008). Adolescents with friends who experience dating violence are more likely to perpetrate violence against their dating partner (Foshee, McNaughton, Reyes, & Ennett, 2010). Further, media exposure may impact adolescent attitudes surrounding dating violence, specifically the belief that violence is a way to resolve relationship problems (Manganello, 2008; Rivadeneyra & Lebo, 2008). Adolescents who prefer aggressive media such as physical or verbal violence in television, movies, music and video games are likely to exhibit violent relationship patterns (Connolly et al., 2010). When faced with fictional dating situations, the majority of young adolescents resorted to aggressive conflict resolution techniques, such as fighting (Prospero, 2006). http://tpcjournal.nbcc.org/a-phenomenological-investigation-of-adolescent-dating-relationships-and-dating-violence-counseling-interventions/
Exercise: stats and facts
Risk Factors
These factors could be grouped into four broad categories:
Precarious sexual history
Risky family background
Poor self-regulation skills
Risky social environment
Other Factors:
Cultural lens
Exposure
Bully Behavior
At-Risk Behavior in general
Substance Abuse
10 Warning Signs of an Abusive Relationship
When your friend and her boyfriend are together, he calls her names or puts her down in front of other people.
He acts extremely jealous when she talks to other boys, even when it is completely innocent.
She apologizes for his behavior and makes excuses for him.
She frequently cancels plans at the last minute, for reasons that sound untrue.
He’s always checking up on her, calling or paging her, and demanding to know where she has been and whom she has been with.
You’ve seen him lose his temper, maybe even break or hit things, when he’s mad.
She seems worried about upsetting him or making him angry.
She is giving up things that used to be important
to her, such as spending time with friends or other activities, and is
becoming more and more isolated.
Her weight, appearance or grades have changed dramatically. These could be signs of depression that could indicate abuse.
She has injuries she can’t explain, or the explanations she gives don’t make sense.
Looking at the (Negative) Impact of Technology (over exposure, nuerological impact, and treating addiction)
Precursor:Technology has offered wonderful gifts.
For example, glasses allow a person with vision impairment to see. Voice to text has allowed persons with significant dyslexia to accomplish writing and school tasks. Technology by standard definition includes any invention, tool, or device created and used to make a task easier or more efficient. The stick a chimpanzee uses to acquire termites from a mound is a form of technology. A musical instrument...
For this presentation we are focusing on specific types of tech.I am referring to devices that include "screens" and what science defers as
"SCREEN TECHNOLOGIES"
Cell Phones, TV, Computers, Tablets, Gaming Devices, and all that goes within those...
Susan GreenField Science Researcher on Technology and the Brain
"Today’s screen technologies create environments that could alter how
we process information, the degree to which we take risks, how we
socialise and empathise with others and even, how we view our own
identity. This is the primary focus of Susan Greenfield’s work into the
impact of modern screen technologies on the human brain (Greenfield)."
OR
The Worst Case Scenario.
"Brain imaging studies reveal that game addictions commandeer the cingulate gyrus (a key brain area involved in motivation) and the prefrontal cortex (the
brain's judgment center). The result is that kids can become fixated on
digital devices, cease to care about what once mattered to them most,
and yet have no insight regarding their problems (Freed, 2016)."
"Brain scans show that video gaming triggers the release of the reward-based neurotransmitter dopamine into
the brain at the same level as an intravenous shot of amphetamine. In
other words, gaming provides pleasures real-world activities may not be
able to match. For example, in contrast to the profound and immediate
rewards found in gaming, kids need to work all semester long in math or
chemistry before they receive a grade stamped on a transcript (Freed, 2016)."
On the level of neural circuitry, neuroadaptation occurs as a
consequence of increased brain activity in brain areas associated with
addiction and structural changes as a consequence of Internet and gaming
addiction. The cited studies provide a clear picture of Internet and
gaming addiction pathogenesis and stress how maladaptive behavioral
patterns indicative of addiction are maintained. The brain adapts to
frequent use of drugs or engagement in addictive behaviors so that it
becomes desensitized to natural reinforcers. Importantly, functioning
and structure of the OFC and cingulate gyrus are altered, leading to
increased drug or behavior salience and loss of control over behaviors.
Learning mechanisms and increased motivation for consumption/engagement
result in compulsive behaviors (Kuss, et al, 2012)".
On a behavioral level, Internet and gaming addicts appear to be
constricted with regards to their impulse control, behavioral
inhibition, executive functioning control, attentional capabilities, and
overall cognitive functioning. In turn, certain skills are developed
and improved as a consequence of frequent engagement with the
technology, such as the integration of perceptual information into the
brain via the senses, and hand-eye coordination. It appears that the
excessive engagement with the technology results in a number of
advantages for players and Internet users, however to the detriment of
fundamental cognitive functioning.
Technology addiction, or video game addiction is no joke and although it's considered a psychological addiction, studies show it reveals the same brain impact as substances can, within the white matter of the brain.
The Addiction Cycle includes “the tendency to numb oneself along with feelings of shame, isolation, and guilt (Greenfield, 2016).”
Providing ways the parent can obtain their needs (time to do stuff), looking at alternatives
Here are five tips for creating more balance.
1. Set up toy stations. Before I sit down
to work, many times I’ll pull out different tubs of toys and create a
village with my kids. I will get them started playing and then I explain
it’s time for me to work and them to play. I do this during times where
I know I can get interruptions because they do happen.
2. Wean them off technology. If your kids
are used to having the TV or a device anytime you are busy then you’ll
need to wean them off. It’s just like any other treat. Start to limit
how much they get and back off until you have found a good balance that
works for everyone. At first they will complain and throw fits but as
you wean them you should see less of this behavior.
3. Kids WILL play, give them a chance. So
many time I have turned the TV on because I feared that if I did not I
wouldn’t get my work done. Once I started more research about technology
I was aware of what I was doing. So I quit turning the TV on and
observed what happened. I noticed that they did what kids naturally do.
They started playing and looking at books, big surprise right? They keep
themselves busy with the world around them.
4. Schedule it. I look at my day and see
where I have to have uninterrupted time. If I need more than one hour, I
get a babysitter or wait till hubby can help. There are times that I
have a skype call or something that is an hour or less where I can’t be
interrupted. Those are the times they get a show or app to play with.
5. Supervise it. The sources of technology
our kids are most exposed to are TV, MP3 players, smart phones,
tablets, e-readers and computers. In reality parents should only be
allowing educational programming/reading for their kids. We all enjoy
some fun entertainment that doesn’t necessarily mean learning. So if
parents allow kids to consume non-educational content then parents
should supervise kids or at least preview the specific content allowed.
Parents should also have a conversation with kids about the material
consumed. Remember to have wi-fi turned off whenever possible, read more
about that in our last article here.
Supervise social media 100%.
Time Allowed and Approved Activities.
Here is a list of ages showing time that should be allowed
and types of technology that is okay. This list is what I put together
from my own research. It is not scientific and has not been approved.
Please note that this is my opinion only. Be sure to check out the
sources at the end of this post.
Ages 0-2 – 0 to 1 hour of tech time. The best type of technology for
this age is constructive technology. Interactive apps using devices
such as tablets and other small handheld devices with wi-fi/phone
connection off (use airplane mode). TV is not recommended for this age.
Ages 3-5 – 0 to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above) or educational TV.
Ages 6-18 – Up to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above), educational TV, non-violent movies / video games.
- See more at:
http://www.entrepreneurkidsacademy.com/screen-time-five-tips-to-balance-technology-in-family-life/#sthash.Yq1SDE3j.dpuf
Here are five tips for creating more balance.
1. Set up toy stations. Before I sit down
to work, many times I’ll pull out different tubs of toys and create a
village with my kids. I will get them started playing and then I explain
it’s time for me to work and them to play. I do this during times where
I know I can get interruptions because they do happen.
2. Wean them off technology. If your kids
are used to having the TV or a device anytime you are busy then you’ll
need to wean them off. It’s just like any other treat. Start to limit
how much they get and back off until you have found a good balance that
works for everyone. At first they will complain and throw fits but as
you wean them you should see less of this behavior.
3. Kids WILL play, give them a chance. So
many time I have turned the TV on because I feared that if I did not I
wouldn’t get my work done. Once I started more research about technology
I was aware of what I was doing. So I quit turning the TV on and
observed what happened. I noticed that they did what kids naturally do.
They started playing and looking at books, big surprise right? They keep
themselves busy with the world around them.
4. Schedule it. I look at my day and see
where I have to have uninterrupted time. If I need more than one hour, I
get a babysitter or wait till hubby can help. There are times that I
have a skype call or something that is an hour or less where I can’t be
interrupted. Those are the times they get a show or app to play with.
5. Supervise it. The sources of technology
our kids are most exposed to are TV, MP3 players, smart phones,
tablets, e-readers and computers. In reality parents should only be
allowing educational programming/reading for their kids. We all enjoy
some fun entertainment that doesn’t necessarily mean learning. So if
parents allow kids to consume non-educational content then parents
should supervise kids or at least preview the specific content allowed.
Parents should also have a conversation with kids about the material
consumed. Remember to have wi-fi turned off whenever possible, read more
about that in our last article here.
Supervise social media 100%.
Time Allowed and Approved Activities.
Here is a list of ages showing time that should be allowed
and types of technology that is okay. This list is what I put together
from my own research. It is not scientific and has not been approved.
Please note that this is my opinion only. Be sure to check out the
sources at the end of this post.
Ages 0-2 – 0 to 1 hour of tech time. The best type of technology for
this age is constructive technology. Interactive apps using devices
such as tablets and other small handheld devices with wi-fi/phone
connection off (use airplane mode). TV is not recommended for this age.
Ages 3-5 – 0 to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above) or educational TV.
Ages 6-18 – Up to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above), educational TV, non-violent movies / video games.
- See more at:
http://www.entrepreneurkidsacademy.com/screen-time-five-tips-to-balance-technology-in-family-life/#sthash.Yq1SDE3j.dpuf
Here are five tips for creating more balance.
1. Set up toy stations. Before I sit down
to work, many times I’ll pull out different tubs of toys and create a
village with my kids. I will get them started playing and then I explain
it’s time for me to work and them to play. I do this during times where
I know I can get interruptions because they do happen.
2. Wean them off technology. If your kids
are used to having the TV or a device anytime you are busy then you’ll
need to wean them off. It’s just like any other treat. Start to limit
how much they get and back off until you have found a good balance that
works for everyone. At first they will complain and throw fits but as
you wean them you should see less of this behavior.
3. Kids WILL play, give them a chance. So
many time I have turned the TV on because I feared that if I did not I
wouldn’t get my work done. Once I started more research about technology
I was aware of what I was doing. So I quit turning the TV on and
observed what happened. I noticed that they did what kids naturally do.
They started playing and looking at books, big surprise right? They keep
themselves busy with the world around them.
4. Schedule it. I look at my day and see
where I have to have uninterrupted time. If I need more than one hour, I
get a babysitter or wait till hubby can help. There are times that I
have a skype call or something that is an hour or less where I can’t be
interrupted. Those are the times they get a show or app to play with.
5. Supervise it. The sources of technology
our kids are most exposed to are TV, MP3 players, smart phones,
tablets, e-readers and computers. In reality parents should only be
allowing educational programming/reading for their kids. We all enjoy
some fun entertainment that doesn’t necessarily mean learning. So if
parents allow kids to consume non-educational content then parents
should supervise kids or at least preview the specific content allowed.
Parents should also have a conversation with kids about the material
consumed. Remember to have wi-fi turned off whenever possible, read more
about that in our last article here.
Supervise social media 100%.
Time Allowed and Approved Activities.
Here is a list of ages showing time that should be allowed
and types of technology that is okay. This list is what I put together
from my own research. It is not scientific and has not been approved.
Please note that this is my opinion only. Be sure to check out the
sources at the end of this post.
Ages 0-2 – 0 to 1 hour of tech time. The best type of technology for
this age is constructive technology. Interactive apps using devices
such as tablets and other small handheld devices with wi-fi/phone
connection off (use airplane mode). TV is not recommended for this age.
Ages 3-5 – 0 to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above) or educational TV.
Ages 6-18 – Up to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above), educational TV, non-violent movies / video games.
- See more at:
http://www.entrepreneurkidsacademy.com/screen-time-five-tips-to-balance-technology-in-family-life/#sthash.Yq1SDE3j.dpuf
Here are five tips for creating more balance.
1. Set up toy stations. Before I sit down
to work, many times I’ll pull out different tubs of toys and create a
village with my kids. I will get them started playing and then I explain
it’s time for me to work and them to play. I do this during times where
I know I can get interruptions because they do happen.
2. Wean them off technology. If your kids
are used to having the TV or a device anytime you are busy then you’ll
need to wean them off. It’s just like any other treat. Start to limit
how much they get and back off until you have found a good balance that
works for everyone. At first they will complain and throw fits but as
you wean them you should see less of this behavior.
3. Kids WILL play, give them a chance. So
many time I have turned the TV on because I feared that if I did not I
wouldn’t get my work done. Once I started more research about technology
I was aware of what I was doing. So I quit turning the TV on and
observed what happened. I noticed that they did what kids naturally do.
They started playing and looking at books, big surprise right? They keep
themselves busy with the world around them.
4. Schedule it. I look at my day and see
where I have to have uninterrupted time. If I need more than one hour, I
get a babysitter or wait till hubby can help. There are times that I
have a skype call or something that is an hour or less where I can’t be
interrupted. Those are the times they get a show or app to play with.
5. Supervise it. The sources of technology
our kids are most exposed to are TV, MP3 players, smart phones,
tablets, e-readers and computers. In reality parents should only be
allowing educational programming/reading for their kids. We all enjoy
some fun entertainment that doesn’t necessarily mean learning. So if
parents allow kids to consume non-educational content then parents
should supervise kids or at least preview the specific content allowed.
Parents should also have a conversation with kids about the material
consumed. Remember to have wi-fi turned off whenever possible, read more
about that in our last article here.
Supervise social media 100%.
Time Allowed and Approved Activities.
Here is a list of ages showing time that should be allowed
and types of technology that is okay. This list is what I put together
from my own research. It is not scientific and has not been approved.
Please note that this is my opinion only. Be sure to check out the
sources at the end of this post.
Ages 0-2 – 0 to 1 hour of tech time. The best type of technology for
this age is constructive technology. Interactive apps using devices
such as tablets and other small handheld devices with wi-fi/phone
connection off (use airplane mode). TV is not recommended for this age.
Ages 3-5 – 0 to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above) or educational TV.
Ages 6-18 – Up to 2 hours of constructive technology (see above), educational TV, non-violent movies / video games.
- See more at:
http://www.entrepreneurkidsacademy.com/screen-time-five-tips-to-balance-technology-in-family-life/#sthash.Yq1SDE3j.dpuf
1 person reads, the other listens (no advice/exchange)
The listener writes the first 5 words that come to mind (not going to be shared)
switch places
Whole Group Discussion about the experience
HANDOUT
The studies
First looked at general emotions after received or denied abortion
24% reported primarily negative emotions a week later
35% reported primarily positive
23% low emotional response
18% mixed emotions
Argument that debates focus on emotions that harm women, and that these haze researches from focus (setting the focus on negative emotions).
This study showed that they're are a range, but more positive emotions, such as "relief"
Second looks at specifically women that had difficulty after abortion, with emotions (per hotline recruitment).
Factors that connected to their difficulty (relational, lack of social support, believed they didn't have a choice)
Decision making process, need a place to process.
Post experience social support.
"Although not telling anyone about their abortion may have saved some respondents from expected negative responses, it exacerbated feelings of secrecy and stigma. Women described insomnia, panic attacks, and anxiety that stemmed fromm their effort to hide their abortion (Kimport, et al)."
"Women's narratives suggest that they feel most supported by listeners who affirm their decisional authority while also recognizing the many factors they must weigh to make a decision (Kimport, et al)."
Good resources is gooodtherapy.org an they look at MANY connections to this topic
Further exploring "Peer Recovery" and the Wellness & Advocacy Center
What is Peer Recovery?
"Having another person around you who can help you understand through their life that other people have been through it and you're not alone plays a huge role in shifting misperception (Interview, Fisher)."
Me "Are you in counseling/therapy?"
Student: "No, no, no. I tried that, no way. The run around and then they call the police because my language is harsh when I'm triggered" "No way, tell me you how you feel, fuck you!" I have a family, where I am not judged, I can go anywhere in the state and join a group and feel ok. They're my relatives but not my family..."
Who is served?
Drop-in open-door policy, casual, self-sign in.
Front desk monitor.
18+ identifying themselves as having mental health issue/diagnoses
What services are offered?
Socializing (recovery through connection/conversation)
"It just looks like they're all standing around smoking cigarettes!"
Open Art Studio/Program (recovery through connection and art process)
"Our approach for the Art Program is to focus on process not on final product. Art is enjoyed by a vast number of people, but many people seem to have the idea that good art displays high technical skills. Art is not about the displaying of one's skills.
Our art room is an open-style studio, we do not do directed art projects unless someone really needs to have one because we respect that everyone´s creative moment is very personal. People have many different levels of exposure and understanding of art. We treat everyone on an individual basis. Our concept of fine art is very broad".
The wellness center has a computer lab that doubles as a career center:
Staff assistance for looking up job applications, housing options or help them work on their resumes.
8 computers
Spanish offered & Rosetta stone for Spanish/English
Job postings board
Resource table
Another addition to the career center is a Resource Group, which covers housing, food, clothing and benefits!
Garden (connection, nature, garden process)
The garden is open to any members who want to use it. They can have their own section of the garden if they want and they can plant whatever they like whether it be vegetables, plants, flowers or fruit.
The garden can be something personal or communal and the members can take home whatever they grow for themselves.
Groups (peer therapeutic process, specific topics)
Advocacy & Peer Support
"Having walked in one's shoes" Meetings, Public voice, and teaching self-advocacy through peer support groups. Giving back, volunteering.
The issues?
"Part of the recovery is society's recovery from placing so much discrimination and stigma on the person who's been labeled with mental illness. It's hard to recruit peers as long as the stigma s so great; people don't want to step back in the system (Fisher, Interview).
Policy, Is there a competency to working with people versus any person assigning themselves the task?
Public/Political Voice
Funding
Where do we fit in this model, how can we be integrated into such services, and is there a blend of licensed therapy services and peer recovery models?
How can we use the empowerment of this model in our own practice?
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FAQ’s for the Wellness and Advocacy Center
What are the hours?
10am-2pm Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri
11am-3pm Wed
Who can go?
The Wellness center offers services to people in Sonoma County suffering with mental health challenges. It operates as a self-help, drop in style center!
What is the cost?
It does not cost anything to become a member; you simply do a 45-minute interview.
http://wellnessandadvocacy.org/membership.php
What services are provided?
Counseling, art, career services, gardening/free time, music, group support
Can I volunteer?
Yes! We have a multitude of volunteer positions available; you can find them listed here:
http://wellnessandadvocacy.org/volunteer.php
Is there food? Yes, there is food available.
Can I sign up for housing from the Center?
Not directly, however there is Internet access and we can help you access applications via the Internet and find out who to contact. We also have a resource group this October that can help facilitate you in finding information about housing!
Can I sleep there? No, unfortunately we are not a residential facility.
Is there exercise available?
We offer a walk/stretch group everyday for 30 minutes. We do not have any official facility for exercise, but walking and stretching are a great way to get in exercise and get your body moving!
Do you do support groups? Yes we offer a variety of support groups! New in October we have a Benefits of Working Group, a Resource Group and a Health Education group! We are adding new groups all the time. Visit our Group Website for more information: http://wellnessandadvocacy.org/files/Groups.pdf
Do you have other resources available? Yes! We have a lot of resources for other facilities and access to health information
Why are your hours so short?
Mainly funding and to give more presence/quality
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LOCAL PEER RECOERY MODELS
Peer-Run Organizations – Sonoma County
Wellness & Advocacy Center:
Free, self-help, peer-run program at 3400 Chanate Road, Santa Rosa
Highlights of the program include: Art Program, Organic Garden, Career Services, Music, Movies, Monthly Groups, and Computer Lab. Mission Statement: “Together, we are moving toward mental health recovery in a sage, non-judgmental peer community.”
A volunteer-run program funded by Sonoma County Behavioral Health Division located at 1360 North McDowell Blvd, Petaluma.
Highlights include: support and activity groups, one-on-one peer support (Spanish and English), and information and referral to other community resources.
Self-help, drop-in center for people who identify as having mental health challenges. Highlights include: groups, field trips, workshops, volunteer opportunities, and resource referrals
Peer-Run advocacy and resource network that promotes the empowerment of mental health consumers in Sonoma County. Current projects include: reaching out to diverse groups of people in Sonoma County, educating the community and reducing stigma through their Speaker’s Bureau, and a proposal for a Friendship Line (anyone can call and talk in order to receive support)
NEC is a consultation resource for consumer-run organizations. They keep an updated list of consumer-run organization and advocacy groups in all 50 states. Staff provides nation-wide training, lectures, and resources based recovery, empowerment, advocacy, and self-help. The center focuses on shifting our current mental-health system to include more recovery-oriented and consumer- and family-driven approaches.
NEC has a toll-free information and referral line: 800-POWER2U (800-769-3728)
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