Social media usage is higher than ever and is part of most people’s daily routine — regardless of age. However, …
Pornography, Social Media, and Teens: What Could Go Wrong? And What Can Be Done to Make it Go Less Wrong?
Social media is the method of communication preferred by adolescents and young adults, and many social media apps have become a primary means for viewing sexually explicit media. Rather than searching for content that matches their developing sexual interests, many adolescents simply scroll through whatever is on their feed, often finding sexually explicit material. What effect is this having on their mental health and concept of sexuality? How can professionals help them navigate the complexities of sexual development in a climate that encourages viewers to “like” and “subscribe.”
Testifying in Juvenile Cases: A Neuroscience and Psychosocial Development Framework
Mental health professionals frequently serve as expert witnesses in court cases in which juveniles face the possibility of being prosecuted as adults. Neuroscience and psychosocial development research support the findings that adolescents are less capable of mature judgement and more vulnerable to negative external influences, but also have a greater capacity for change and reform. Research has also identified indicators of normative psychosocial maturity associated with desistance from antisocial behavior, even among serious juvenile offenders. Landmark U.S. Supreme Court cases have been based on elaborating fundamental differences between adolescents and adults that inform decisions about criminal culpability, responsibility, and sentencing.
NYS ATSA/Alliance Conference May 22nd
Safer Society Press will be the bookseller for the New York State ATSA and Alliance Joint Conference in Saratoga Springs, …
United Way – Race for the Rest of Us
A big thank you to United Way for hosting the 0.5k “Race for the Rest of Us” event on Sunday, …
Safer Society Joins Sponsors at Howard Center’s First In-Person Annual Conference Since Pandemic
On April 19, the Howard Center of Burlington, Vermont, hosted their first in-person annual conference since the pandemic. The day-long …
Vermont Ends Child Marriage
According to a study conducted by Unchained at Last, nearly 300,000 children under the age of 18 were legally married …
Our Safe Haven: Online Support Sessions for Professionals Working with Individuals Who Have Sexually Abused or Have Survived Abuse
Join Safer Society for our new, one-hour support group sessions for professionals working with individuals who have sexually abused.
The work you do is difficult. These live online sessions will provide a safe, non-threatening space for professionals like you to discuss the challenges you face in your work and connect with others who share similar experiences. Led by David Prescott, a mental health practitioner with four decades of experience, these online sessions will provide you with a rich, meaningful experience in a supportiv
Three Years of Safer Talk!
Originally conceived as a means of sharing knowledge, resources, and ideas during the trying times of the pandemic, the Safer …
Free Webinar and a Chance to Win a $25 Gift Card!
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. To recognize its importance in our field, we are giving away two $25 gift …