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  • Are You 'Doing' Christmas?

    In the final analysis, it's all about saving (and improving during the holiday season) just one life.

    Article • December 7th, 2010

  • What's Wrong with Teenagers?

    Teenagers are strange creatures. Most of us don't need brain scan technology to tell us that. Every generation has their nuances, but common elements include scattered thinking, impulsivity and a confrontational style of communication.

    Article • November 22nd, 2010

  • Adolescent RX Drug Abuse

    According to a survey conducted by the United States Department of Health and Human Services in 2006, 9.8% of adolescents from the age of 12 - 17 have admitted to using prescription drugs for nonmedical use.

    Article • November 4th, 2010

  • Cops in Marriage Counseling

    Marriage is challenging. It takes commitment to wake up every single day and consciously choose to be married in all of our words, thoughts, and behaviors all day.

    Article • October 20th, 2010

  • United States v. Hayes

    Retroactive removal of your ability to be a police officer.

    Article • October 19th, 2010

  • What's a Cop's Life Worth?

    Learning of the minimum mandatory life sentence for the killing of a cop, a young recruit asks why his life should be valued more than his wife's, or any other citizen's.

    Article • October 18th, 2010

  • A Cop Who Is STILL Married; WT!?!

    With faith, hope, support, and devotion to love each other and your goals, marriage can not only survive law enforcement's challenges, but be enriched by them.

    Article • September 15th, 2010

  • I Love/Hate Being a Cop

    Looking forward may be the best insurance we have against being blind-sided by the unexpected. This is especially true in love and in police work.

    Article • September 14th, 2010

  • The Quiet Kind of Heroism

    The everyday heroism of showing up and steadfastly doing what is right escapes renown, but that is the foundation of building a legacy you will be proud of.

    Article • September 1st, 2010

  • Money and Marriage

    Planning and discussing money matters before and during marriage can reduce stress and help you stay married.

    Article • August 23rd, 2010

  • Conversation or Interrogation?

    Officers are trained to use command presence. It's an important tool in dealing with conflict. But what happens when an officer gets into a conflict with his or her significant other?

    Article • August 10th, 2010

  • Marriage Before The Job: Really?!

    Forsaking all others to become one is an important part of the marriage ceremony, but is this realistic for the police family? Or will I sacrifice who I am as a cop?

    Article • August 4th, 2010

  • Married to the Law

    Throughout my marriage to a law enforcement officer, the one thing I heard most was, "What's it like to be married to a cop? It must be so exciting." A close second was, "Aren't you worried about him?"

    Article • July 13th, 2010

  • Married To A Cop: WT?!

    As a cop you face many challenges, on the job and off, but are you aware of the challenges your partner may be facing?

    Article • July 7th, 2010

  • Overcome Threats to the Home Front

    Just as you come prepare for the physical dangers of the street, you must be prepared to deflect the temptations and improper advances that can endanger your marriage.

    Article • June 16th, 2010

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