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Medical records can be quickly reviewed to check for signs of Elder Abuse! Identifying abuse prevents further injuries #connectwithus #Livivemedicolegalsolutions #medicalrecordsreview

Today, the Attorney General John Quigley and I announced the introduction of the Evidence Bill 2024 into State Parliament. As Prevention of Family and Domestic Violence Minister, I am proud that the Cook Government is introducing this crucial reform to Parliament. The reforms will ensure that victim-survivors of family and domestic violence are supported through the court process. As part of this Bill, audio and/or visual statements recorded at the scene of the event or shortly after will be admissible as a complainant's evidence in chief. This will reduce the need for victim-survivors to retell their stories - something that can be deeply challenging and retraumatising. These reforms will also support family violence and child sexual abuse victim-survivors by increasing the opportunity for them to access other witness assistance measures, such as a support person or support animal. This is another practical action that our Government is taking to support victim-survivors. We will continue to put the safety of victim-survivors first.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month, an opportunity to update your knowledge about alcohol addiction/alcohol use disorder (AUD) and the adverse impact of alcohol misuse on health and society. Someone far wiser than I once said that we cannot shame ourselves into change, we can only love ourselves into evolution. The more we talk about addiction and mental health as a society and normalize these conversations, the more we can encourage people to reach out when they need help. All of us know someone who struggles with addiction. If we are LinkedIn colleagues - that means YOU know someone who struggles with addiction. I will be two years sober on May 20th. If you are struggling today, the best advise I can give is to please reach out to someone. You are seen, and you are heard. Lean on others to support you. Ask for help. Be vulnerable. And no matter what - just try not to drink. This is easier said than done for those of us who struggle with addiction. But if you are ready and willing to do the work, you don't ever have to drink again if you don't want to. The first step is simply to say "I need help. I can't do this alone." #alcoholawarenessmonth #recovery #community

Support and assistance are available. If you've been injured, lost a loved one to a drunk driver, or are a victim of a violent crime in the past two years, help is here for you. You may be eligible for compensation for medical bills, lost wages, counseling, and more. Find out if you qualify at HopeAndHelpIN.org. #victimassistance #indiana #criminaljustice #victimscompensation #ICJI

20.4 Million people in the US were diagnosed with a substance use disorder, such as AUD, in 2022. With current healthcare barriers and stigmatization deterring diagnosis and treatment, it can be difficult to find resources and support. During #AlcoholAwarenessMonth, take time to learn about AUD and ways you can support your own or other's prevention, treatment, and recovery process. 💙 💛 #prevention #recovery

Drug abuse among teenagers is a critical issue with severe consequences. Our latest blog explores multifaceted strategies to tackle this challenge through family, educational, community, and policy approaches. Discover effective ways to prevent teen drug use and create a safer environment for our youth. https://lnkd.in/eA24Pc9G #TeenHealth #DrugPrevention #ParentResources

🏛️ Legislative Update The House has approved the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act, aiming to reform youth treatment facilities. Learn more and engage with this topic on MyConstituents.org. 💬 Share your thoughts on this change! #YouthReform #CivicEngagement #MyConstituents

📊 According to the data of the U.S. National Council on ageing, in almost 60% of elder abuse and neglect incidents, the perpetrator is a family member. Due to the victim's relation with the perpetrator, they might be reluctant to report the abuse and restorative justice interventions can be powerful. 📑 Read the article by Olga Kiseleva on the EFRJ blog! #efrj #efrj2024 #olgakiseleva #violenceagainstelderly #elderlyabuse

📢 We are anticipating the final report of the New Zealand Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry, which will be released tomorrow. As well as the recommendations being swiftly enacted by government, Ruth Browning's recent op-ed in @thepostnz outlines the key things we hope to see addressed in this crucial report.   https://lnkd.in/gu-MwuhW  #AbuseInquiryNZ #ChildProtection #SafeguardingChildren 

Prevention Focus – Not Permission Focus, Reduces Substance Abuse Problems: Youth Abstinence Policies are Superior to Harm Reduction Policies. What policies and practices are your children been subject too? #preventdontpromote #druguse SUMMARY: Australian youth harm minimisation drug policies increased substance use and harm and were inferior to American abstinence polices. When Australia adopted abstinence polices, substance use and harm reduced. (Research: Professor John Toumbourou, Deakin University.) https://lnkd.in/gDP_2KFi