Words matter and labels make a difference! Members of the media and law enforcement are using the terms “monster” and “evil” when describing Ariel Castro in the Cleveland case involving the three kidnapped women recently released. Using the term “monster” throws us back to the 18th century when werewolves and vampires were blamed for violent […]
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Why Jerry Sandusky Went Public…And Why It Will Probably Backfire
Former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky has taken his case to the media—first to Bob Costas and then to the New York Times. Then even his wife, Dottie, issued a press release claiming that her husband was innocent. Does trial by media ever work? And why do some defendants like Sandusky go to the media […]
The Myth of the Car Jacked Baby
In the Midwest, police are searching for a two-year-old whose father says went missing when a thief carjacked him and drove away with the toddler still strapped into a seat. The car was found nearby, with an empty car seat inside. Such cases create fear in the minds of parents. They want to know how […]
Top 10 Reasons Not to Go With Your Gut
Many people swear by gut feelings and suggest you rely on them to make important decisions. Here are 10 ways gut feelings can lead you straight into harm’s way. Dangerous people know how to manipulate your gut feelings. For instance, Bernie Madoff disarmed potential investors with his charm. He impressed them with his career accomplishments […]
