Category Archives: Child Abuse

By Speaking Out About Abuse, Victims Are Paying it Forward

Posted on July 13, 2011 by

Children’s Justice Center Manager Susanne Mitchell gives an experts view on what the recent high profile abuse cases like Elisabeth Smart, Jaycee Dugard and the sisters from “The 5 Brown Family” means for other sexual abuse victims. Watch her clip on KSL 5 with Carole Mikita Continue reading →

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Utah Anti-Bullying Law: Know the Facts

Posted on April 11, 2011 by

On March 22, 2011, Senate Bill 304 (SB 304), which adds cyber-bullying and hazing to an existing anti-bullying prevention policy, was signed by Gov. Gary Herbert after passing a vote of 64-11 on Capitol Hill. SB 304 was proposed by … Continue reading →

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Was I just date raped?

Posted on January 21, 2011 by

Because I work with youth who have been victims of abuse, I work with teens who have been raped on a date. I have noticed that the most common reaction for a teen when they have been date raped is … Continue reading →

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How do abusers control victims?

Posted on December 3, 2010 by

I often get asked to speak at conferences or events to raise awareness about child abuse and sexual abuse. At the end of the lecture several people approach me to privately discuss the abuse they experienced as a kid but never told … Continue reading →

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