What's a good scare?

Article Abstract:

Children have a natural desire to be frightened in a safe environment, and so they enjoy scary books. Parents may worry that such books will damage their children, but psychologists say that scary fiction can help kids deal with real fears and 'forbidden' emotions. A list of books is included.

Children's literature, Bibliography, Horror tales, Horror stories

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The hidden world of dating violence

Article Abstract:

As many as 28% of teenage girls in dating relationships are subjected to physical abuse. Many girls have low self-esteem and need assurance that they do not deserve to be abused. Boys sometimes learn abusive behavior from fathers and other male role models.

Cover Story, Behavior, Teenage girls, Teenage boys, Abused women, Dating violence

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It's not just a 'Women's Issue' anymore

Article Abstract:

Male-based groups are being established in colleges and universities across the US to help men talk to, and help each other, deal with aggressive and abusive treatment of women.

Self-help groups, Self help groups, College freshmen

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