Dec
9
Self-Care in the Wake of Intense Media Coverage
December 9, 2011 | Leave a Comment
I’m headed to the 216 for some quality family time, to practice a little self-care of my own in the wake of some very trying times. I leave you with this blog post over at Psychology Today by Olga Trujillo: Getting Through Sex Abuse Scandals and Depression.
Jul
5
#DSK
July 5, 2011 | 4 Comments
With all the press surrounding the Dominique Strauss-Kahn case, it’s hard not to comment. But quite frankly, there’s plenty that’s already been said (and in some cases, said really well), so I’ll leave it at this: in my 16 years of taking care of sexual assault patients, I have yet to meet the victim that [...]
May
22
The Nobel Women’s Initiative invites you to join us online for a Women’s Day of Action to End Sexual Violence in Conflict on May 26, 2011. The day of action will target governments encouraging them to give this topic the attention it deserves — ensuring an end to impunity and supporting survivors in their efforts to heal and rebuild [...]
Mar
8
Does Paying for Expensive Dates Entitle Men to Sex?
March 8, 2011 | Leave a Comment
I am knee-deep in my second consecutive sexual assault prosecution institute, so I’ve been spending a lot of time listening to conversations about common misconceptions about sexual assault victimization and the frustrating, pervasive rape myths that abound.
Oct
15
Blog Reads
October 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment
I was skimming through the responses to our latest giveaway post, and there were a couple themes that appeared several times. One was more on human trafficking, so I thought I’d take a moment to mention the Human Trafficking Project blog, which is a great resource on the topic.
Sep
14
Rape in the US
September 14, 2010 | Leave a Comment
There’s been a lot of chatter about the Senate Subcommittee hearing being held today, Rape in the United States: The Chronic Failure to Report and Investigate Rape Cases. It’s being webcast live (as I type this, actually), and I’m assuming you’ll be able to view it after the fact on the Senate Judiciary Committee’s website. [...]
Sep
10
False Allegations
September 10, 2010 | 1 Comment
In my professional travels, one topic that frequently arises is that of false allegations of sexual assault. There is a widespread, but incorrect belief that this is common, and that women in particular, will frequently lie about sexual assault as a response to, say, “regretted” sex or infidelity.
Apr
2
Weekly Wrap-Up @ the Sustainability Site
April 2, 2010 | Leave a Comment
I’m so happy to be able to return with a wrap up from the sustainability site. Feels like it’s been too long, but with all the travel, it sometimes gets the short straw. Aside from a brief mention of our current giveaway, this week also featured: *Some available online courses on leadership excellence (complete with [...]
Feb
10
Proposed Changes to the DSM
February 10, 2010 | 1 Comment
The APA has posted proposed revisions to the DSM that might be of interest. Comments can be submitted until April 20th should you be so inclined (the DSM-V is due to be published in 2013). Rewriting the DSM has not been without controversy, thus far.
Feb
5
Weekly Wrap-Up @ the Sustainability Blog
February 5, 2010 | Leave a Comment
There’s some good stuff over at the Sustainability site this week. I hope you’ll check it out: *A new blog in town! NSVRC has added the Engaged Bystander blog. Now the Sustainability blog has a friend:) *An article that had me alternately laughing and a little embarrassed: 6 words non-profits should avoid (for all you grant [...]
