Suicide Prevention in College

Suicide Prevention in College

Suicide is a complex public health issue with several causes, including psychiatric illnesses that may have not been recognized or treated. Substance abuse and mental disorders account for approximately 90 percent of those who have died by suicide, but these illnesses...
Prevention of Alcohol-Related Crashes

Prevention of Alcohol-Related Crashes

Influencing Policy & Legislation Support statewide legislation to: Allow for sobriety checkpoints Require mandatory ignition interlocks for all DWI offenders Create DWI courts to assist with the court system backlog Support legislation that limits youth access to...
Older Adult Falls

Older Adult Falls

Influencing Policy & Legislation Support statewide legislation to establish programs and appropriate funds to address falls in the elderly Encourage state and local governments to promote policies and programs that help reduce the incidence and risk of falls among...
Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate Partner Violence

Influencing Policy & Legislation Work with law enforcement agencies and the judicial system to require mandatory arrest of the primary aggressor when responding to a domestic violence call. Support legislation that: Allows minors to petition for Protective Orders...
Guide to Avoiding Cyberbullying

Guide to Avoiding Cyberbullying

Tips, Tools & Solutions for Recognizing & Stopping Bullying Online Bullies have always existed, so why is it important to address cyberbullying? In a nutshell, it can be extremely detrimental to the victim’s physical and mental health and, in some cases,...