Childhood sexual abuse: Mental and physical after-effects closely linked
A new Canadian study reveals that the psychological and physical effects of childhood sexual abuse are closely tied. The finding
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COVID-19 and human trafficking
What The Viewpoint Says: The amplified impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable populations has important implications for individuals at risk of
Read morePandemics and epidemics could exacerbate racism xenophobia
Instincts developed to protect us from illnesses can generalize into avoidance of healthy individuals who simply look, speak or live differently.
Read moreCannabis farms are a modern slavery ‘blind spot’ for UK police, study suggests
Migrants arrested for tending plants in the flats, houses and attics where cannabis is grown in bulk are often victims
Read morePrivatized prisons lead to more inmates, longer sentences, study finds
When states turn to private prisons, the number of criminals incarcerated rises and the length of sentences increases. That’s the
Read moreStudy examines how civil wars affect wildlife populations
A new study comprehensively reveals how civil wars impact wildlife in countries affected by conflict. Researchers at the University of
Read moreNational Hockey League partners with Center for Criminal Justice Research
Historic pledge begins NHL’s initiative to battle racism and foster equality
Read moreProximity of mass shootings to schools, places frequented by children
What The Study Did: This study examined the location of mass shootings (four or more people injured or killed by
Read moreFirearm ownership among LGBT adults
New Rochelle, NY, September 8, 2020 —Nearly 16% of LGBT adults in California own a gun or live in a
Read moreGun owner perceptions about firearm dangers suggest opportunities for improving gun safety
(SACRAMENTO, Calif.) — People who own guns and those living with gun owners are substantially less worried about the risk
Read moreMurphy receives funding for risk-need-responsivity project
Amy Murphy, Project Director, Advancing Correctional Excellence (ACE!), Criminology, Law and Society, received $8,000 from the Bureau of Justice Assistance
Read moreExperiment contradicts assumptions about sleep loss and criminal interrogations
DARIEN, IL – An experimental study suggests that sleep restriction may hinder information disclosure during criminal interviews, contradicting widespread assumptions
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