Category Archives: Anger and Violence

A Soldier’s Trauma Leads to Another Tragedy of War

Today we received sad news of an international incident. From reports that we currently have, a United States soldier is alleged to have entered the homes of Afghanistan civilians and killed 16 people including women and children. At this time there is … Continue reading

The Trauma of the Chardon High School Shooting

Once again we have witnessed another catastrophic school shooting. This one took place at Chardon High School in Chardon, Ohio. The news reported that TJ Lane walked into the school, pulled out a gun and fired 10 rounds into a table … Continue reading

Remembering 911 and How Tragedy Affects Families

It is hard to believe that this Sunday we will be experiencing the 10thyear anniversary of the catastrophe of 911.  It was a day we grieved the loss of almost 3,000. It was also a day when we were inspired by the … Continue reading

Promoting Healthy Discipline in Children

Many would agree that one of the toughest jobs is parenting. With children are numerous, sometimes overwhelming, variables: temperaments, issues, emotions, complex developmental changes often occurring simultaneously. The process of parenting takes a totally dependent infant to an independent adult, and while that process … Continue reading

Making a Difference in an Angry World

Why have I spent so much time discussing a variety of anger topics? Because unhealthy anger has the capacity to do incredible damage to our children, families, society and, yes, even our world. The news is filled with stories where anger has led to tragedy. In … Continue reading