The last taboo
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Hundreds of thousands of middle-class, middle-aged, educated Americans physically abuse their aged parents or parents-in-law. Part of the problem is due to the financial, physical and emotional burden placed on the grown, care-giving children. Their mental and emotional health also play a part.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1996
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The last casualty
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Police officer-turned-janitor Jimmy Berghaier was involved in the bombing raid against the MOVE organization's Philadelphia headquarters in 1985. He suffered from mental illness after the event, and currently draws a disability-related pension.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1992
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And you thought last year's Sixers stunk
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A former sports writer recounts the worst record of all time by the Philadelphia 76ers during the 1972-1973 basketball season. The team, composed of players such as Freddie Carter and Leroy Ellis, garnered 9 wins and 73 losses.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1997
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