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(Violence Scene Investigators) A Course in Anger Management for Teens VSI:montana is an innovative approach to teaching middle school and high school teens about domestic violence and anger management.
Purpose Domestic violence is an epidemic in our country, with violence and anger growing in our population and extending to younger and younger age groups. The purpose of VSI:montana is to teach youth awareness of anger and violence and give them tools to manage their own reactivity before they become violent. Scope A 16-week curriculum is in development based on the book Raised on Fear. Each week a portion of the audio book is heard and activities presented for the students to investigate a different aspect of anger and violence. Students will profile the participants, assess their motives and behaviors, and learn about the cultural, psychological, neuro-chemical, and physical aspects of violent behavior. Benefits Students will develop tools to recognize and manage violent behavior in themselves and others. They will be encouraged to develop nonviolent, compassionate, and hopeful pathways for their own lives. It will help break intergenerational patterns of family violence. VSI:montana is a program from the EVE Foundation for schools and youth organizations. The program is provided to interested participants for the cost of reproduction and shipping. The program is through grants and charitable donations.
For more information contact: Lee Cox, 406-240-0277 or go to www.evefoundation.org. Š 2009 The EVE Foundation
The EVE Foundation | PO Box 828 | Milltown, MT 59851 | 406.240.0277 web: www.evefoundation.org | email: info@evefoundation.org
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(Violence Scene Investigators) WHY A COURSE IN ANGER MANAGEMENT FOR TEENS? VSI:montana is an innovative approach to teaching middle school and high school teens about domestic violence and anger management. Domestic violence is an epidemic in our country, with violence and anger growing in our population and extending to younger and younger age groups. The purpose of VSI:montana is to teach youth awareness of anger and violence and give them tools to manage their own reactivity before they become violent.
According to SafeYouth.com, more than 1 in 3 high school students, both male and female, have been involved in a physical fight. 1 in 9 of those students have been injured badly enough to need medical treatment. The 2002 National Gang Trends Survey (NGTS) stated that there are more than 24,500 different street gangs in the United States alone. More than 772,500 of the members of these gangs are teens and young adults. The 2002 NGTS also showed that teens and young adults involved in gang activity are 60 times more likely to be killed than the rest of the American population. A 2001 report released by the U.S. Department of Justice claims that 20 out of 1000 women ages 16 to 24 will experience a sexual assault while on a date. 68% of all rape victims know their attackers. The U.S. Justice report also stated that 1 in 3 teens, both male and female, have experienced some sort of violent behavior from a dating partner.
Although all of the statistics focus on differing topics they all point to one frightening conclusion, teen anger and violence is and has been a serious problem in our society for several years. VSI:montana is a program from the EVE Foundation for schools and youth organizations. The program is provided to interested participants for the cost of reproduction and shipping. The program is through grants and charitable donations.
For more information contact: Lee Cox, 406-240-0277 or go to www.evefoundation.org. © 2009 The EVE Foundation
The EVE Foundation | PO Box 828 | Milltown, MT 59851 | 406.240.0277 web: www.evefoundation.org | email: info@evefoundation.org
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Missoula statistics on domestic violence Missoula Measures Domestic Violence Children in abusive households are much more likely to be abused themselves. Whether or not they are actually hurt, they are more likely to have a host of behavioral and emotional problems. Nationwide, 85% of felons grew up in a home with domestic violence. (U.S. Dept. of Justice) Why this topic? Domestic violence causes immediate physical and emotional pain, but its effects on families are much deeper and more wide-ranging than that. Just witnessing a parent’s abuse, whether or not they are abused themselves, leads to significant emotional, learning, and behavioral problems in children, including the increased likelihood of acting violently themselves. Abused women, in addition to the mental and physical health ramifications, face fear, economic insecurity, isolation, and even possible death, whether or not they leave the abuser. And despite the stereotypes, no group is immune to the effects of domestic violence. It crosses all age, race, cultural, and socioeconomic boundaries. And alcohol abuse is frequently linked to domestic violence. How are we doing in Missoula? For many reasons, it is very hard to tell what the numbers mean when you are talking about services provided to victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence is a crime that often goes unreported; best estimates are that only about 2/3 of domestic abuse situations are ever referred to the police. (HP 2000) Increased numbers of reports might actually be positive, meaning that battered spouses are perceiving more support for coming forward. However, there is no evidence that domestic violence is decreasing. The Missoula YWCA Women's Shelter houses about 120 women a year who are attempting to escape abusive situations. In 2006, the reporting of domestic violence calls to 9-1-1 was changed. Most of [domestic violence calls] are now coded as disturbance calls. Therefore, the number of specific domestic violence calls is much lower, while the number of disturbance calls is higher. Because of that, we do not illustrate the number of domestic violence calls after 2005.
Results published: http://www.co.missoula.mt.us/Measures/Social/DomesticViolence.htm Š 2009 The EVE Foundation
The EVE Foundation | PO Box 828 | Milltown, MT 59851 | 406.240.0277 web: www.evefoundation.org | email: info@evefoundation.org
The EVE Foundation PO Box 828 Milltown, MT 59851 406.240.0277 web: www.evefoundation.org | email: info@evefoundation.org
The EVE Foundation is committed to educating teens in middle school and high school about choices and accountability. The Teens Inspiring Excellence (T I E) program is about overcoming obstacles and overcoming what children have had no control over. Students tell us after participation in the TIE program that, they finally get it, they are not responsible for the destructive and abusive behaviors in their family, they are responsible to themselves and the decisions they make... and that they can make even the difficult decisions. The TIE program is about making positive choices for their future. The past can't be changed, but their futures can be extraordinary. The information provided here gives us just a few of the over-whelming reasons that education for teens facing the adversity of domestic violence is so important, and that in spite of their past, they can have a positive future.
D O M E S T I C VI O L E NC E AN OVERVIEW OF THE STATISTICS FACING US On September 30th, the National Domestic Violence Hotline answered its two millionth call. During 2008, the call volume for the Hotline has increased by approximately 1,000 more calls per month. The Hotline received over 230,000 calls in 2007 with its monthly call volume averaging over 19,500 calls. As the number of calls have climbed steadily in 2008, some months have seen a 10% to 15% increase over the same months the previous year. The presence of spousal abuse is the single greatest risk factor in predicting child abuse. We have not found a way to make batterers stop battering, but we do know a way to help victims become survivors. It really comes down to two things: education and support—understanding the problem and doing something about it.
–from Bradley-Angle House, Portland OR
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Acts of domestic violence occur every 15 to 18 seconds in the United States, or 20% of all murders in this country are committed within the family, and 13% are committed by spouses. 3 out of 4 murdered women are killed by their partners. Typically, children are present and witness these events.
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Children in homes where domestic violence occurs are physically abused or seriously neglected at a rate 1,500% higher than the national average for the general population. Up to 50% of all homeless women and children in this country are fleeing domestic violence.
Statistics from the National Census of Domestic Violence and Bradley-Angle House
National Resources for Teens National Hot Line Numbers AIDS Hotline 800-584-8183 or 800-243-7692 America’s Pregnancy Help Line Information on pregnancy options. Special section for teens. 888-672-2296 Anti-Hate Line 800-649-0404 Al-Anon and AlaTeen 888-4AL-ANON or 888-425-2666 Alcohol and Drug Helpline Helpline for finding treatment. 800-527-5344 Alcohol & Drug Treatment Referrals 800-454-8966 Alcohol and Drug Helpline Helpline for finding treatment. 800-527-5344 CDC National AIDS/Sexually Transmitted Disease Hotline Information and referral. 800-227-8922 (24 hours) ChildHelp USA Nat'l child abuse hotline. 800-422-4453 (24 hours) Covenant House "9-line" 1-800-999-9999 A general hotline for teens with any kind of problem.
Domestic Violence 866-331-9474
National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE (24 hours)
Eating Disorders 1-800-931-2237
National Suicide Hotline 1-800-784-2433 (24 hours)
Girls and Boys Town National Hotline 1-800-448-3000
National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-TALK
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Teenage Health Resource Line. Confidential health information for teens. 888-711-8336 Weekdays,12 p.m. - 8 p.m. Weekends, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m
Planned Parenthood Federation of America Counseling and referral. 800-230-PLAN
Lutheran Social Services 1-800-568-2401
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse Treatment Locator 800-662-HELP or 800-662-4357
National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders Hotline – Counseling and Referrals 847-831-3438
SAFE (Self-Abuse Finally Ends) 800-366-8288
Victims of Violence Intervention 1-800-999-2348
National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information Information and referral. 800-729-6686 (24 hours)
If you need help, help is here for you.
National Council on Alcoholism Affiliate referral. 800-622-2255 (24 hours)
Service Providers Info here:
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National Domestic Violence Hotline Crisis intervention, information and referrals. 866-331-9474 (24 hours) National Runaway Switchboard 800-621-4000 (24 hours)
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Project Team Lee Cox – Executive Director Lee Cox is the Executive Director and Founder of the EVE Foundation. Lee brings 20 years of business leadership experience to his position. His last position was President of EZ Brothers, a company that manufactured and distributed a CD repair product. In three years, he guided the company from an idea to a successful nationwide company. He was instrumental in turning the company over to a local non-profit organization that supports persons with disabilities in enhancing their quality of life. They continue today to manufacture, distribute, and profit from sales. Lee lives an extraordinary life and is committed to everyone living the extraordinary life each are entitled to live. Dr. Bruce Ammons – Psychologist Dr. Bruce Ammons holds undergraduate degrees in math and psychology from the University of Montana where he also completed coursework toward a physics BA. He holds PhDs in experimental psychology (Duke University) and clinical psychology (University of Montana). Dr. Ammons has nearly 3 decades of experience in the field of psychology working with college students of all ages at UM Counseling and Psychological Services. He has served as a longtime publisher and co-editor of two psychology journals, Psychological Reports and Perceptual and Motor Skills for nearly 20 years before opening his current private practice as a clinical psychologist in Missoula, MT. Jim Woodill – Video Production Jim Woodill brings 35 years in Media Production: audio production, voice-over and narration, still photography, and video production including: video photography, digital video editing, and postproduction. He is a graduate of San Diego City College with a degree in radio and television broadcast production. Jim spent 3-1/2 years as an on-air radio personality and commercial producer with the San Diego City College radio department; KYSS-FM, and Montana Public Radio in Montana. He holds a BA in Business Administration and is owner of Imagine That!, specializing in communications production and has been in business for himself for 26 years. Marge Hulburt – Writer Marge Hulburt has worked with the written word for over 20 years as an author, editor, scientist, and consultant. Her passion is to help people find their vision and voice and to express themselves well in writing. She holds a BA in geology and biology from Carleton College, Northfield, MN, and an MS in hydrology from the University of Arizona. She is the author/co-author of 15 books and articles as well as numerous confidential reports. Through her company, Gone Writing, she provides writing and editorial support for people who are committed to making a difference in the world. Carolyn Risher – Business Manager Carolyn Risher has been the Secretary/Treasurer of the EVE Foundation since its inception. She brings 35 years of business management experience, with an emphasis on detail and organization, to the Foundation. She is currently President of the East Missoula Lions and a Trustee on the East Missoula Fire District Board. Carolyn is committed and dedicated to the success of the EVE Foundation and its projects. The EVE Foundation | PO Box 828 | Milltown, MT 59851 | 406.240.0277 web: www.evefoundation.org | email: info@evefoundation.org