blackbird: an advocacy podcast

Minisode 23 - Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

The CDC estimates that 1 in 11 female and 1 in 15 male high school students are physically assaulted by a dating partner. In this minisode, learn what TDVAM is, where to go for help, and find out just how prevalent this issue truly is.

Love Is Respect - Text LOVEIS to 22522, Call 1-866-331-9474, or go to their site loveisrespect.org for a live chat

Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 or go to crisistextline.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255

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Resources/References:

https://www.loveisrespect.org/about-dating/dating-101/

https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/intimatepartnerviolence/teendatingviolence/fastfact.html#:~:text=It%20affects%20millions%20of%20teens,violence%20in%20the%20last%20year.

 

Episode 38 - Nicole Addimando Part I

In 2008 19-year-old Nicole “Nikki” Addimando met 21-year-old Christopher Grover while both worked as gymnastics teachers. The pair seemed to have the beginnings of a wonderful life together. In 2012, Nikki became pregnant with their first child and in February 2015, their second child arrived. They were living in Poughkeepsie, NY, and while they never married, they found contentment in their life as a family. But things quickly changed for the happy couple...

Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or go to thehotline.org for a live chat

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References:

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/nicole-addimando-murder-case-chris-grover-48-hours/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicole_Addimando

https://gen.medium.com/nikki-had-proof-shed-been-abused-but-was-it-enough-for-self-defense-bd9f196396eb

Psyche Saturday - Schizoaffective Disorder

Schizoaffective disorder is a psychiatric disorder on the schizophrenia spectrum characterized by its schizophrenia and mood disorder behaviors and thought processes. It is often confused with schizophrenia, but is absolutely different and often misunderstood. We discuss the disorder as well as its relation to stalking, and shed some light on a famous stalking case.

@lenoraclaire

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References:

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5^th Ed. American Psychiatric Association.

Nolan, K.A., Volavka, J., Mohr, P., and Czobor, P. (1999). Psychopathy and violent behavior among patients with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder.

Racine, C. and Billick, S. (2013). Classification systems for stalking behavior. Journal of Forensic Sciences.

https://people.com/crime/lenora-claire-anti-stalking-advocate-protects-victims/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Wilson

Minisode 22 -National Stalking Awareness Month

January 2021 marks the 17th annual National Stalking Awareness Month. Learn about what stalking is, statistics about stalking, and resources for those who may be a victim of stalking.

https://www.stalkingawareness.org/

https://www.stalkingawareness.org/sharp/

https://www.stalkingawareness.org/what-to-do-if-you-are-being-stalked/

Victim Connect - 1-855-4-VICTIM

National Domestic Violence Hotline - 1-800-799-7233

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) - 1-800-656-HOPE

Episode 37 - Zephi Trevino

As mentioned in our latest minisode, January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. So, today’s episode is about a recent case that has not even gone to trial yet. We want to bring more attention to this case and make everyone aware of the injustices that trafficking victims still face in the legal system.

Polarisproject.org – human trafficking hotline: 1 (888) 373-7888

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References:

https://www.newsnationnow.com/us-news/southwest/teencapitalmurdercharges/

https://meaww.com/zephaniah-trevino-16-year-minor-sex-trafficking-drugs-man-robbery-murder-true-false

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/families-debate-claims-of-sex-trafficking-and-murder-by-teens/2434844/

https://www.dallasnews.com/news/courts/2020/12/20/family-says-north-texas-teen-murder-suspect-is-sex-trafficking-victim-co-defendants-attorneys-call-it-a-false-narrative/

https://people.com/crime/zephaniah-trevino-case-texas-teen-accused-murder-says-she-was-sex-trafficking-victim/

Psyche Saturday - Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. Schizophrenia may result in some combination of hallucinations, delusions, and extremely disordered thinking and behavior that impairs daily functioning, and can be disabling. - MayoClinic.org

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References:

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5^th edition, American Psychiatric Association.

https://www.healthaffairs.org/do/10.1377/hblog20140401.038180/full/#:~:text=In%20fact%2C%20according%20to%20the,percent%20suffer%20from%20bipolar%20disorder.

https://open.lib.umn.edu/criminallaw/chapter/6-1-the-insanity-defense/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_State_University,_Fullerton,_massacre

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Gordon_(musician)#Murder_of_mother,_conviction_and_incarceration

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darrell_Hammond

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bettie_Page

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Forbes_Nash_Jr.

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/schizophrenia.shtml

Minisode 21 - National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

We discuss the myths and misconceptions surrounding human trafficking as well as what it is and how to look out for it.

To report, please call 911 or the Polaris Project at 1-888-373-7888 or text BeFree to 233733 or chat live at https://polarisproject.org/

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References and resources:

https://polarisproject.org/myths-facts-and-statistics/

https://www.ice.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Report/2017/CSReport-13-1.pdf

https://hopeforjustice.org/national-slavery-and-human-trafficking-prevention-month/

https://hopeforjustice.org/spot-the-signs/

Episode 36 - True Crime Ha-Ha-Holidays

Because it’s the holidays, and we brought you a really heavy case last weekend, we figured we would be a little nicer this weekend and do something light.

So, today’s episode is all about bizarre and/or funny crimes that took place around the holidays.

We have lots of naked people, some drugs, and lots of Frosty massacres.

Happy Holidays!

Don't forget about our giveaway - you can find out all about it beginning Monday, 12/21/20 at instagram.com/blackbirdadvocacy

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References:

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/naked-man-truck-dulles-airport_n_5a3177b4e4b091ca2684ecd1

https://www.loudountimes.com/news/sterling-man-who-ran-naked-on-route-28-jumped-on-a-truck-will-avoid-jail/article_0cce491e-31d4-11e8-8850-b7413d010aa2.html

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/nudist-filmed-outside-home_n_5689396fe4b06fa688829ad5

https://globalnews.ca/news/2434730/naked-alabama-man-wearing-ronald-reagan-mask-seen-peeping-in-reality-tv-stars-window/

https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2016/jan/07/airbnb-new-years-eve-disaster-stories-around-the-world

https://www.ktre.com/story/5854058/police-blotters-full-of-holiday-crimes/

https://www.wwlp.com/news/frosty-the-snowman-stabbed-by-grinch/1041765180/

https://www.knoxnews.com/story/news/2018/11/28/real-life-grinch-sought-pigeon-forge-frostys-murder/2135894002/

https://nypost.com/2020/12/17/teens-decorate-lawns-with-dozens-of-18-foot-snowmen/

Psyche Saturday - Dependent Personality Disorder

Today we will be discussing Dependent Personality Disorder.

According to the DSM-5, Dependent Personality Disorder is defined as a pervasive and excessive need to be taken care of that leads to submissive and clinging behavior and fears of separation.

 

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References:

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, American Psychiatric Association

Davison, S and Janca, A. (2012). Personality disorder and criminal behaviour: what is the nature of the relationship? Retrieved from: https://journals.lww.com/co-psychiatry/fulltext/2012/01000/personality_disorder_and_criminal_behaviour___what.8.aspx?casa_token=tGhlOAtniDoAAAAA:mIfLRlIDTiAklgp3HmuSKhPqP7LG4-8zvhOCCjuyw3c7VGvQp0aUynZfWMv-8jGGuXsImEeFTpOrxLjcQ8LGeYIT

Douglas, K.S. and Dutton, D.G. (2001). Assessing the link between stalking and domestic violence. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1359178900000185?casa_token=_qPFAmURLM4AAAAA:eCh5VBl2C2Nl7RoBfgiWNuhTgb4vqBl_HIM6ZAmF2Jv9_7NG7Md-9InWNfkdfTeau4HNcVePng0

Disney, K.L. (2013). Dependent personality disorder: A critical review. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0272735813001311?casa_token=tyginD6HQT8AAAAA:42-oIOoRw3vXDT-2WIqdUjgXU08Gf3oRiUXROd6jtmBKxIlOlHnHjkZld7FK9ujuPtYcArmfiBw

Loas, G., Cormier, J., and Perez-Diaz, F. (2011). Dependent personality disorder and physical abuse. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165178109002200?casa_token=saN-1C6IShsAAAAA:4jRUCmzDUWgp5xNEdYzrE9ZnBfp74ivWjunNQJqruly_h2VaR60-9u-qGkCrU0ybX38TjHpOyvs

https://caselaw.findlaw.com/in-supreme-court/1074796.html

https://www.healthyplace.com/personality-disorders/personality-disorders-information/famous-people-with-personality-disorders

 

Minisode 20 - Sexual Assault FAQs

We get a lot of questions regarding what sexual assault is and who are victims of sexual assault. This minisode is dedicated to answering the most common questions about sexual violence.

Resources: RAINN.org - 1-800-656-HOPE

crisistextline.org - text HOME to 741741

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References:

http://www.ncdsv.org/images/sv_faqs.pdf

https://www.rainn.org/statistics/victims-sexual-violence

https://assets.speakcdn.com/assets/2497/sexual_assault_dv.pdf