The risk of being bullied is a bit higher during transitions from elementary to middle to high school. Symptoms you may see since school started could include aggression, symptoms of withdrawal, and lower grades than usual. Only one in ten victims will inform an adult about abuse from a bully, primarily because a fear of retaliation. Feeling embarrassed or ashamed of being "the one" the bully has decided to target also contributes to denial. The self-talk script is, "There must be something…

Domestic abuse is often initially excused by victims as unintentional or a one-time reaction to too much stress. Unfortunately, the psychologically makeup of abusers typically involves ensnaring victims in a dependent relationship that is colored by hope and excitement but ultimately is one that causes the abuse to grow worse. Breaking free can be profoundly difficult, not just because of fear but because of determination to make the relationship work. This can delay an exit plan to save one's…

Internet scams grow more sophisticated as consumers become savvier about avoiding them. Some are moving off-line. Example: You receive a phone call from an imposter technician who says a virus on your computer is compromising their network. Resolving the problem requires following their over-the-phone instructions and entering code, which then hijacks your computer. Another involves imposter emails from FedEx, DHL, or UPS indicating a package could not be delivered. Instructions include…

More than 50% traffic deaths result from aggressive driving according to the American Automobile Association. "Road rage" incidents are the most shocking views of aggressive driving, but racing, tailgating, failing to observe signs and regulations, and seeking confrontations with other drivers all qualify as potentially aggressive behaviors. Speeding is one of the most prevalent aggressive behaviors and is a factor in one-third of all fatal crashes. Are you an at-risk, aggressive driver? Ask…