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Rovi employees held their first International Beard Day on October 4th, where they donned beards and raised money around the globe to beat blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma.
The initiative came from the Social Events Committee in Rovi's London office, and was inspired by the battle against lymphoma that a London-based colleague is now fighting. It was decided that to raise money and awareness for the leading UK blood cancer charity, Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, and build a lighthearted campaign around it. The idea of making beards iconic to the campaign rose from the fact that the affected colleague will inevitably be losing his trademark red beard as a result of cancer treatment, a fact that is widely unrecognized in current cancer awareness. The fake beard idea was also seen as a fun and original way to grab people's attention – which proved right.
The event quickly went global as Rovi offices in Luxembourg and the United States decided to take part, despite the fact that each location had less than two weeks to prepare their beard crew and contact their local blood cancer charities. Participating offices included Radnor, PA; Ann Arbor, MI; Santa Clara, CA; and New York City. With determination and team spirit, each office managed to pull this off with great success.
Thousands of dollars in donations were raised, which will be doubled by Rovi through its matching gift program. In addition to Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, charities that will benefit include Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Greater Los Angeles, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of New York, and DKMS.
We are truly delighted by all the support, spontaneity and team spirit demonstrated by everyone involved. This has been a great step in developing our Rovi culture by everyone working together towards a mutual goal, without financial benefit but fully for the sake of goodwill and some fun.
To see a photo album of the Rovi fundraisers in their beards, please visit the Rovi Facebook page.

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Dinos set to meet familiar foe in 3A quarterfinals
After advancing to the 3A quarterfinals for the third straight year, the Carbon High baseball team will look to put past results behind them as they look to advance to the semifinals for the first time since winning the state title in 2005....
CHS softball team given early ticket home from state
While dropping their two games at the state tournament may have been tough way to finish the season, the Carbon High softball team did not finish with a wimper.
Carbon High Track and Field athletes ready for state meet
Carbon High athletes will be going over their finals prepartions before heading up to BYU for the 2013 State Track and Field Meet on Friday and Saturday.
Lady Dino golfers head to Ogden for state meet
After competing in Region 12 meets since early March, the Carbon High girls golf team now has the chance to compete against the best of 3A as they competed in the state meet at Schneiter's Riverside Golf Course in Ogden on Wednesday. ...
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Of course, nothing is set in stone just yet, but with phrases like "80 percent sure" and "pragmatism and practicality" being floated around, it is possible that Montgomery County may be home to a hot race in the 2014 Pennsylvania governor's race.
Montgomery County Commissioner Bruce Castor has not put a percentage on his desire to enter the race, but has said he is keeping a close eye on the current governor, Tom Corbett's actions in the second half of his term.
"I'm not going to run just to make a splash. I want Pennsylvania to go down the right path," Castor said in "I want Pennsylvania to be a conservative state, but with pragmatism and practicality. I don't see those things happening, but I'm watching."
At that time, he'd said he'd gone from "sticking his toes" in the waters of the 2014 race for Pennsylvania governor to calling it "more up to the ankles."
On the democrat's bill, Rep. Allyson Schwartz was cited by Montgomery County Democratic Chairman Marcel Groen as being about "80 percent of the way" to launching a bid, according to CapitolWire.
Schwartz's chief of staff, Rachel Magnuson, confirmed the congresswoman's interest to POLITICO. As representative of the 13th Congressional District, which encompasses most of the county, Schwartz has not yet made the move official.
When asked about the 80 percent comment, Schwartz told the Morning Call "that's pretty accurate."
According to philly.com's Clout, Schwartz also "has $3.1 million in her campaign fund, raised under the strict restrictions for federal races. She can dump that all into a run for governor, since state regulations are far more lax."
Should the two become the ticket for the 2014 race, the county is likely to be a hotbed of activity. With two local faces in a race for governor, the county could be home to the next leader of Pennsylvania.


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Lyons Township High School's Model United Nations Club took first place at the ninth annual Chicago International Model United Nations (CIMUN) conference. There were more than 50 schools and 1100 student delegates competing. A special congratulation goes to LT's 11 award winners. The countries they represented include Indonesia, Thailand, United Kingdom and Malaysia.
As one of the nation's largest independent conferences, CIMUN featured 20 innovative committees divided into either Present Day simulation or Historical Simulation set in 1950 that placed students in key decision-making roles during the formative days of the Cold War. The unique simulation-driven model gives delegates in all committees the opportunity to make world-shaping decisions in real time and requires them to think critically beyond the bounds of any one topic to best represent their national interests.
The conference included challenging scenarios and real life updates to keep the delegates thinking on their feet. Instead of relying only on traditional background guides, the CIMUN materials included primary source materials, samples from the news media and declassified intelligence documents designed to lead delegates to a deeper understanding of the issues that they debated, instead of simply regurgitating facts. Additionally, the Simulations Department provided every delegate with an in-depth briefing the first night of the conference.
The Model United Nations experience brings to life the problems that face the real world and allows participants to represent their assigned country's position and work toward resolving issues of global importance. Model United Nations is an authentic simulation of the U.N. General Assembly. A Model U.N. delegate is a student who assumes the role of an ambassador to the United Nations.
Best, Outstanding and Honorable delegates are chosen by the committee chair or a handful of people in the front of the room facilitating the committee. A Delegate's Choice honor is awarded when everyone in the committee votes for their favorite/most influential delegate. LT secured nine delegate honors and four top delegates were chosen by their peers as Delegate's Choice winners.
NAME Year HOMETOWN COMMITTEE COUNTRY Best Delegate Malcolm Dunlop Senior Western Springs Historical UN Security Council United Kingdom Serg Kondratyuk Junior LaGrange UN Trusteeship Council United Kingdom Katie Norton-Williams Senior LaGrange International Court of Justice United Kingdom Kyle Stone Senior Willow Springs Org. for Security and Cooperation in Europe United Kingdom Outstanding Delegate Pat O'Malley Junior LaGrange World Health Organization United Kingdom Lisa McGovern Senior Western Springs World Health Organization United Kingdom Honorable Mention Gabe Lepinski Junior Western Springs UN Disarmament Commission (Novice) Indonesia Sam Bugaieski Freshman Western Springs UN Disarmament Commission (Novice) Indonesia Brian McDonagh Senior LaGrange UN Security Council United Kingdom Delegate's Choice Malcolm Dunlop Senior Western Springs Historical UN Security Council United Kingdom Colin Moran Senior Western Springs Secretary of Defense United States John Harlow Senior Indian Head Park UN Trusteeship Council Thailand Brian McDonagh Senior LaGrange UN Security Council United Kingdom


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Welcome to Frugal Family. Every Sunday, deal-finder extraordinaire Erin Hill will share the five best local deals for families to help all of us save some cash but not skimp on fun in these money-crunching times.
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Details: In celebration of Flag Day, receive a free slice of red, white and blue cheesecake with the purchase of an adult meal.
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Current Issues in Education > Volume 10, 2008 > Number 2
Grosswald, S. J., Stixrud, W. R., Travis, F., & Bateh, M. A. (2008, December). Use of the Transcendental Meditation technique to reduce symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by reducing stress and anxiety: An exploratory study. Current Issues in Education [On-line], 10(2). Available: http://cie.ed.asu.edu/volume10/number2/
Sarina J. Grosswald
SJ Grosswald & Associates
William R. Stixrud
William Stixrud and Associates
Fred Travis
Center for Brain, Consciousness and CognitionMaharishi University of Management
Mark A. Bateh
University of Phoenix
This exploratory study tested the feasibility of using the Transcendental Meditation® technique to reduce stress and anxiety as a means of reducing symptoms of ADHD. Students ages 11-14 were taught the technique, and practiced it twice daily in school. Common ADHD inventories and performance measures of executive function were administered at baseline and three months later. Results showed statistically significant reductions in stress, anxiety, and improvements in ADHD symptoms and executive function.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is now among the most prevalent chronic health conditions affecting school-aged children. Almost 4.5 million children between ages 4 and 17 are diagnosed with the disorder, and almost half of these children are on ADHD medication. The majority of those on medication remain on it in adulthood (Center for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2005).
Seventy-five to 85% of the time, ADHD is complicated by other emotional or behavioral disorders. An anxiety disorder is present in as high as 40% of ADHD children (Costello, Mustillo, Erkanli, Keller, & Angold, 2003; Pliszka, 2000). Side effects of the ADHD medication can further compound the problem by causing or exacerbating emotional disorders. Consequently many children on ADHD medication are taking multiple drugs that include treatment for anxiety or other mood disorders, though most of those drugs are not FDA approved for use with children.
The long-term health effects of ADHD medications are not fully known; however, evidence suggests risks of cardiac disorders and sudden death, liver damage, and psychiatric events. The side-effects and long-term health outcomes associated with ADHD drug treatment potentially have important health implications for the millions of children (CDC, 2005). In 2006 the FDA required manufacturers to place warning labels on ADHD medications, listing the potential serious health risks. Most recently the British National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence issued guidelines stating that first-line treatment for ADHD should be training and behavioral interventions, with drug treatment being reserved as a last resort for severe symptoms or impairment (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, 2008). This statement may be the first signs of reversing the approach of drug treatment as initial standard of care.
Further, recent long-term follow-up studies of the original studies (The MTA Cooperative Group, 1999) concluded that medication alone or medication in combination with behavior therapy was superior to behavior therapy alone. The follow-up studies found that after three years of treatment there were no significant differences in behavioral symptoms among any of the three treatment groups (Jensen, et al., 2007). The authors concluded that the earlier advantage seen with medication treatment was no longer apparent 36 months later. Follow-up also showed that children in the medication study groups had significantly higher rates of delinquency, substance use, and stunted physical growth (Jensen, et al., 2007; Molina, et al., 2007).
In light of the growing concerns about the safety of ADHD medication, their actual effectiveness, and potential long-term health risks, the need to find effective non-drug interventions is becoming paramount. The purpose of this exploratory study was to obtain pilot data to assess the feasibility of using the Transcendental Meditation technique to reduce stress and anxiety as a means of reducing the symptoms of ADHD. The primary hypotheses were the following: 1) children with ADHD could learn and regularly practice the Transcendental Meditation technique, and 2) regular practice of the technique would reduce stress-related problems and symptoms associated with ADHD. The secondary hypothesis was that TM practice could potentially enhance executive function.
ADHD is associated with impaired executive function, specifically brain circuitry governing behavior (Bush, et al., 2005; Durston, et al., 2004; Zametkin, et al., 1993). Dysfunction of these circuits leads to impulsivity and lack of normal social inhibition. It also leads to impaired working memory, inability to focus attention, and impaired temporal organization.
Stress interferes with executive function and behavior regulation (McEwen, 1998). Stress-impaired executive function is associated with impaired working memory, impaired impulse control, and lack of mental flexibility and coping strategies. Stress also dramatically compromises selective attention and the ability to sustain attention (Lupien, et al., 2005). Recent research sheds light on the relationship between stress and ADHD. Vance, et al., demonstrated dysfunction of the right prefrontal regions of the brain in ADHD children (2007). This region is responsible for developing coping strategies, influencing the ability to handle stress. Chronic acute stress damages the body's ability to return to non-stress levels, leading to chronically elevated levels of cortisol, a biochemical marker of stress. In children with ADHD high cortisol levels impair executive function, self-regulation, and letter knowledge (Blair, Grange, & Pazza, 2005).
Chronic stress can originate not only from emotional causes but can also result from physical origins. A study of premature birth and birth weight showed an association between physical stress and risk of ADHD. Danish researchers found that babies born prematurely had up to 70% greater risk of ADHD. Similarly, babies born of low birth weight had 50-90% greater risk of ADHD, depending on the weight at birth (Linnet, et al., 2006).
Early experiences of stress are believed to affect the level of responsiveness of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the autonomic nervous system. Young children exposed to chronic stress can become conditioned to higher levels of adrenaline. This raises the set point, making these children more vulnerable to stress, resulting in situations more easily triggering stress responses.
There has been little investigation of effective stress management techniques for children with ADHD. Most research on ADHD and stress management focuses on parents and their interaction with the child. One study of a stress management program for ADHD children examined its effectiveness in improving self-concept, locus of control, and acquisition of appropriate coping strategies. The study compared a therapist-led, group, stress management program; stress-management techniques taught by the parents using provided workbook and videotapes; and a control group with no intervention. In acquisition of coping skills, there were no significant changes in any of the three groups. Children in the therapist-led group did report more appropriate coping strategies (Gonzalez, 2002).
Meditation is becoming common as a means of coping with stress and improving psychosocial factors. Although there are many forms of meditation, researchers generally classify them into two categories: techniques of concentration or techniques of contemplation (Shapiro, 1982). Each of these techniques uses different processes, and thus has different effects (Orme-Johnson, & Walton, 1998). In meditation practices involving concentration, such as Zen meditation, the practitioner focuses on something specific such as an event, image, or sound, trying to direct all of his or her attention to a single focal point. Contemplative techniques include mindfulness meditation practices, a secularized version of Vipassana or Insight meditation. The goal is to be aware of any and all thoughts and sensations while trying not to judge or become actively involved in the thoughts (Shapiro, 1982). This type of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) technique can be practiced throughout daily activity.
Coupled with cognitive behavioral therapy, MBSR treatments have been studied for depression relapse, borderline personality disorder, and anxiety disorders (Segal, Williams, & Teasdale, 2002). Recent research of a MBSR technique showed decreases in perceived stress and symptoms among a clinical population with stress-related problems, illness, anxiety, and chronic pain (Carmody & Baer, 2007).
There is a growing body of research on the beneficial effects of meditation not only as a stress-coping mechanism, but also in improving brain function. Research suggests that meditation can change neural activity (Newberg et al., 2006), alter dopamine levels in the brain (Jevning, 1978; Kjaer et al., 2002) and change EEG patterns (Travis, 2001; Travis & Wallace, 1999).
Researchers are just beginning to explore the use of meditation for attention and ADHD symptoms. A study of Sahaja Yoga meditation as an intensive family treatment program with children with ADHD found improvements in childrens ADHD behavior, self-esteem, and relationships with their families (Harison, Manocha, & Rubia, 2004). In non-ADHD subjects Mha, Krompinger and Baine (2007) found that MBSR may improve attention-related neural responses. A recent feasibility study of ADHD adults and adolescents using MBSR noted improvements in ADHD symptoms based on self-report and improvements on performance measures of attention (Zylowska, et al., 2007).
The Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique is neither a technique of contemplation or of concentration. It is a technique of effortless transcending (Travis, et al., 2002). It does not involve directing the attention or controlling the mind. The technique is practiced sitting with eyes closed, once in the morning and once in the afternoon, for 10-20 minutes each session depending on the age of the practitioner. During the meditation session the active mind settles down to a silent yet fully awake state of awareness; transcending conscious thought to experience consciousness itself (Travis & Pearson, 2000). The mind is alert while the body gains a unique and deep state of rest and relaxation, creating a state called "restful alertness" (Roth, 1994). Deep rest is reflected by markedly decreased metabolism including heart rate, respiration rate, and blood flow to the limbs (Dillbeck & Orme-Johnson, 1987; Jevning, Wallace, & Beidebach, 1992; Orme-Johnson, 1973; Wallace, 1970). At the same time mental alertness is maintained, as measured by EEG and PET (Travis & Wallace, 1999; Yamamoto, Kitamura, Yamada, Nakashima, & Kuroda, 2006 ). Transcendental Meditation is characterized by activation in frontal and parietal attentional areas of the brain responsible for attention, executive function, and emotional stability (Dixon, et al., 2005; Fergusson, 1993; Gaylord, Orme-Johnson, & Travis, 1989; Newberg, et al., 2006; So & Orme-Johnson, 2001).
Meta-analyses comparing the Transcendental Meditation technique to other relaxation techniques found that for reducing trait anxiety in adults the TM technique had an effect size almost twice that of any other technique (Orme-Johnson & Walson, 1998; Eppley, Abrams, & Shear, 1989). The use of the Transcendental Meditation technique for stress reduction in adolescents showed improvement in school behavior, decreased absenteeism and rule infractions, and reducted suspensions due to behavior-related problems (Barnes, Bauza, & Trieber, 2003). Middle school students practicing the technique showed increased emotional regulation, and improved well-being (Rosaen & Benn, 2006). The practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique in elementary and secondary schools is associated with improved academic performance (Nidich & Nidich, 1989). The technique is also associated with accelerated cognitive development, improved concept learning, and improved focus and attention in children (Dixon, et al., 2005; Warner, 2005).
The predominant theory of ADHD holds that ADHD is a disorder affecting multiple executive functions, with poor inhibitory control being the most important executive deficit (Barkley, 1997). Stress compromises all of the major executive functions, including behavioral and cognitive inhibition, working memory, and flexible shifting or transitioning. It is likely that the improved behavior of adolescents practicing the Transcendental Meditation technique reflects, in part, increased inhibitory control secondary to normalization of the stress response.
This study was the first systematic exploration of the effects of Transcendental Meditation on the specific neuro-developmental disorder of ADHD. Given the effect of stress on executive function, attention, mood, and self-regulation, it is reasonable to explore non-drug approaches to stress reduction as a means of improving ADHD symptoms. Transcendental Meditations reported effects on factors associated with ADHD (e.g., stress, cognitive function, behavior regulation) makes it a potentially useful technique for managing the disorder. The fact that the technique does not require concentration, controlling the mind, or disciplined vigilance of the thought process makes it especially suited for ADHD children. Additionally, it is learned quickly and easily. The practice is effortless and only involves two 10-20 minute meditation sessions each day.
Overall Study Design
A private K-12 school for children with language-based learning disabilities with 235 students agreed to participate in this study. Thirty-two students were in middle school grades, and 11 of these were diagnosed with ADHD. A randomized controlled study would have only 5-6 subjects in each group. Since this was an exploratory study, we chose to use a pretest-post test design with a single cohort. The subjects served as their own controls. Because ADHD most often involves not only attention problems, but behavioral and executive function problems, we selected a number of instruments to identify the variables that might be influenced most by the intervention.
Participation in the study was restricted to students ages 11-14 with pre-existing diagnoses of ADHD made by a physician or psychologist. Information about the study and about the Transcendental Meditation technique was presented to the parents and students. Thirteen students volunteered to participate. Parents or guardians were requested to complete a brief history form indicating diagnoses, comorbidities, and medications.
Eleven of the volunteers had a current ADHD diagnosis. All eleven were entered into the study. One month after the start of the study, one student indicated that she preferred to meditate at home rather than at school. Due to the inability to reliably monitor compliance, she was dropped from the study. The final cohort was 10 students ages 11-14, nine boys and one girl. Four students were Caucasian, six were African American. All had a diagnosis of ADHD, six with inattentive-type and four with combined-type. Six students had comorbidities including general anxiety disorder, dysthymia, obsessive compulsive disorder, pervasive developmental disorder, sleep disorders, and tics. Eight students were taking stimulants (e.g., Concerta, Ritalin); three of those were also on other medications such as mood stabilizers (e.g., Zoloft, Welbutrin, Risperdal). By virtue of attending the school, all students had language-based learning disabilities. Half of the students were private-pay, and half were on financial scholarship provided by the District of Columbia for students needing assistance that the District school system does not provide.
Six weeks before the start of the intervention, two teachers and two administrators at the school were instructed in the Transcendental Meditation technique in order to lead the students in twice daily meditation sessions at the school. Following completion of baseline assessments, students were provided the standard course of instruction in the Transcendental Meditation technique (see below).
Over the 3-month study period, subjects participated in customary follow-up checks of correct meditation. Students meditated at school in a group for 10 minutes twice each day, once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Parents were encouraged to have students continue regular meditation at home on weekends and holidays. Home compliance was not rigorously monitored.
Data collection was divided into two categories to correspond to the primary and secondary hypotheses: 1) measures of stress, anxiety, ADHD symptoms as reported by parent, teacher, and student inventories, 2) measures of executive function as measured by parent and teacher inventories, and by performance tests. Anecdotal information was collected by informal video interviews at pre- and post-test times.
Measures of stress, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms. Teachers and parents completed the Achenbach Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) inventory, which is validated as diagnostic of ADHD based on the DSM-IV criteria. The CBCL is one of the most widely-used measures in child psychology, assessing behavior and social competency. It is composed of 112 items, each differentiating clinical from non-clinical children (α = .78-.97, r = 0.95-1). Summarized in two categories: Syndrome Scales and DSM-Oriented Scales, the CBCL provides eight symptom subscale scores and a Total Problem score.
Students completed the self-administered Achenbach Youth Self-Report (YSR) and the Revised Children's Manifest Anxiety Scale (RCMAS) to assess overall behavioral and emotional functioning. The YSR is a companion to the CBCL, providing parallel measures from the teachers, parents, and students. Like the CBCL the YSR has 112 items measuring eight subscale symptoms categorized under Syndrome Scales and DSM-Oriented Scales, and a Total Problem score (α = .71-.95; r = .47-.79). The RCMAS is a 37-item self-report instrument assessing the level and nature of anxiety in children and adolescents (α = .83, r = .60-.88;p < .01).
Measures of executive function. Teachers and parents completed the Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF). The BRIEF consists of 86 items in eight non-overlapping clinical scales. These scales form two broader indices: Behavioral Regulation and Metacognition. These two indices are combined to create an overall Global Executive Composite score. The BRIEF assesses behavior regulation and executive functioning (α = .80-.98, r = .82 for parents, r = .88 for teachers).
Four performance tests were used to measure different aspects of executive function. The Cognitive Assessment System (CAS) Expressive Attention, Delis-Kaplan Executive Function System (D-KEFS) Verbal Fluency test, Tower of London (TOL), and Connors CPT II.
The CAS Expressive Attention subtest is a color-word interference test similar to the Stroop. It measures higher level complex attention and ability to inhibit (r = .83-.93). Names of colors are presented in ink colors of either the name of the color or a different color. When the color of ink is different from the color name the task requires attention, inhibiting the reflexive response, and cognitive processing (switching) to say the correct color.
The D-KEFS Verbal Fluency subtest measures the ability to generate words fluently, generate words in categories, and shift attention by switching from one category to another (r = .54-.73). The student is asked to list as many words as possible starting with a certain letter, to name as many items in a category, and to name items switching from one category to another.
The TOL measures higher order problem-solving, and is used to evaluate executive function difficulties (Move Score r = .80, p = .001; Correct Score r = .42, p = .06). Subjects are shown a configuration of colored balls stacked on pegs. The subject executes a sequence of moves that transforms his or her board to match the displayed configuration with the balls arranged on designated pegs.
The Connors' Continuous Performance Test (CPT) II is a computerized test that measures sustained attention. The subject is presented stimuli on a computer screen (e.g., a letter or asterisk) and is asked to respond by pressing a button only when detecting a specified letter after seeing another specified letter.
Intervention: The Transcendental Meditation Technique
During the course of instruction in Transcendental Meditation the student learns how to let the mind move from the active focused levels of thinking to silent, expanded levels of wakefulness at the source of thought, without concentration or effort (Travis, 2001). The practice of the technique involves two components: a suitable sound (mantra) specifically chosen to facilitate the process of settling the mind; and a precise yet effortless technique for using the sound which leads to the experience of quieter and quieter aspects of his or her awareness. The technique is taught by certified Transcendental Meditation teachers.
The course involves one meeting of individual instruction followed by a meeting each day for the next three days to verify correct practice and provide additional information. Each meeting is approximately one hour each day. All 11 children in the group were able to learn the Transcendental Meditation technique, and practice it successfully, as evidenced during the morning and afternoon meditation sessions and by responses to TM course assessment questionnaires.
The Transcendental Meditation teacher observed group meditations several times a week for the first two weeks. Over the rest of the study period the TM teacher met with students individually an average of three times. During these meetings the teacher used a standard procedure for assuring correct, effortless meditation.
During the study period students meditated in a group at the beginning of the first period in the morning and the beginning of the last period in the afternoon each school day. Meditation sessions were led by school faculty instructed in the TM technique. Three months after instruction, post testing was administered.
To reduce the number of statistical tests, the variables were grouped into two conceptual categories to correspond to the hypotheses. One grouping was stress, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms. This group included the relevant variables from the YSR, RCMAS, and CBCL. The second grouping was measures of executive functioning, which included the responses from teachers on the BRIEF and the data from the performance tests. Analysis was conducted on measures for which we had complete data (N=10). Parent inventories and CPT scores were not included because fifty percent of the parent post-test inventories were not returned, and thirty percent of students had already left school for summer break at the time of CPT post testing.
We used raw scores for all analyses except performance tests, which were converted to standard scores using look-up tables provided in the test manuals. Standard scores were used for the performance measures in order to change all variables to a common direction of improvement. We applied repeated measure MANOVAs to test for significant pre-posttest differences in the two data groupings categories. Since these findings are considered exploratory, we used MANOVAs to avoid conducting multiple t-tests. Additionally, since stress or anxiety was part of multiple instruments, MANOVA analysis was determined appropriate. Because we had directional hypotheses, all tests of significance were one-tailed t tests.
Stress, Anxiety, and ADHD Symptoms
From the YSR the variables selected for analysis were Anxious/Depressed, Withdrawn/Depressed, Affective Problems, Anxiety Problems, Attention Problems, ADHD Problems, and Total Problems (Table 1). Added to these variables was the single result of the RCMAS. The analysis yielded significant improvement of symptoms from pre-test to post- test as reported by student inventories, F(1,9) = 4.7, p = .0285.
Table 1. Stress, Anxiety, and ADHD Symptoms
Affective Problems
Anxiety Problems
Attention Problems
ADHD Problems
Total Problems
The same measures analyzed from the YSR were selected for analysis of the teacher reported CBCL. Teacher results corroborated student reported reductions in symptoms, F(1,9) = 6.5, p = .0155.
Executive Function
The BRIEF includes 3 composite measures: Behavioral Regulation Index, Meta-cognition Index, and General Executive Composite. The Global Executive Composite is composed of the Behavioral Regulation Index and the Metacognition Index. A repeated measures MANOVA of the General Executive Composite indicated significant improvement in executive function from pretest to post test, F(1,9) = 5.5, p = .022. Thus, repeated measures MANOVA were conducted on the scales comprising the two indices. These MANOVAs also were statistically significant: Behavioral Regulation Index (Inhibit, Shift, and Emotional Control), F(1,9) = 23.7, p < .00001; and Metcognition Index (Initiate, Working Memory, Planning, Organize Material, and Monitoring), F(1,9) = 13.7, p = .0025. Table 2 presents the pre- and post test means, standard deviations, and effect size for the individual scales associated with each index.
Table 2. Teacher Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function (BRIEF)
Post Test
Effect Size
Behavioral Regulation Index (BRI)
Emotional Control
Metacognition Index (MI)
Working Memory
Organization of Materials
General Executive Composite (GEC)
The performance measures analyzed were the CAS and the D-KEFS (Table 3). The CAS scores of Expressive Attention and Accuracy Ratio were combined with the D-KEFS scores for Category Fluency and Category Switching. A repeated measures MANOVA yielded a significant improvement in scores on these performance measures from pre to posttest, F(1,9) = 5.0, p = .026.
Table 3. Performance Measures
Effect Size
CAS Expressive Attention
CAS Accuracy
D-KEFS Category Fluency
D-KEFS Category Switching
Note: Since all of the subjects had language based learning disorders, the Letter Fluency trial of the D-KEFS Verbal Fluency test and the Tower of London were omitted from analysis. Performance on the Letter Fluency condition is dependent on vocabulary knowledge and spelling ability. A review of measures of executive function used for assessing ADHD suggests that tests of letter fluency are not reliable for distinguishing ADHD from controls because of the confounding presence of learning disorders. Similarly, the Tower of London has been found to be less consistent than other measures in distinguishing specific effects associated with ADHD from those related to learning disorders (Sergeant, Geurts, & Oosterlaan, 2002).
Even though the majority of subjects in the study were taking medication for ADHD and comorbidities, they were still experiencing cognitive and psychosocial symptoms extensive enough to present problems in school and at home. An effective non-pharmacolcogical option that can improve these symptoms would provide a valuable treatment option, whether alone or as an adjunct to medical and behavioral interventions. Because the Transcendental Meditation technique does not require focus or concentration, it seems well suited for children struggling with ADHD. This study indicates that children with ADHD can successfully learn the Transcendental Meditation technique and practice it on a regular basis.
We hypothesized that the Transcendental Meditation technique would have a positive effect on stress, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms. Results support to this hypothesis, showing significant pretest-post test improvements. The student ratings of positive effects were corroborated by the teacher ratings with high levels of confidence. Our secondary hypothesis was that the Transcendental Meditation technique would improve executive function. Statistically significant improvements were noted on both the teacher rated BRIEF and on the performance tests.
Stress and anxiety can overwhelm and lessen the effectiveness of the individual. Anxiousness contributes to poor impulse control, inability to sustain attention, impaired working memory, and lack of cognitive flexibility. This raises the question as to whether, in some cases, it is the symptoms of stress and anxiety that are being diagnosed as ADHD. Whether these problems are a result of ADHD or are the cause of ADHD-like symptoms, this study suggests that reducing stress and anxiety by the Transcendental Meditation technique can potentially improve ADHD symptoms and executive functions.
These results are consistent with previous research on the Transcendental Meditation technique showing reduced anxiety, increased emotional regulation, and improved social behavior in non-ADHD students. Improved executive function noted in our study is also consistent with research on the TM technique showing increased frontal brain coherence, which is associated with more effective executive functioning, improved attention, greater emotional stability, and decreased anxiety.
Compared to other meditation techniques, the Transcendental Meditation technique may be particularly suited to children with ADHD. It is easy to learn and is learned in less than an hour. The technique does not involve controlling the mind; and it requires no other time investment than the 10-15 minute sessions twice a day. Yet changes in the brain are seen within a short time (Travis & Arenander, 2006). Different meditation techniques have different effects. A study of the effects of mindfulness meditation in adults and adolescents with ADHD (Zylowska, et al. 2007), showed improvements in attention and inhibition among the adolescents. However, that study did not show improvements in anxiety or depression. In contrast, these improvements were seen in our study of the Transcendental Meditation technique. In addition, the TM practice was associated with improved executive function.
The current findings suggest that TM may be a beneficial intervention for students with ADHD, and that it can be practiced comfortably within the typical school day. Studies on student learning have emphasized the importance of downtime for integrating new learning. Therefore, two periods a day of deep mental rest would be expected to improve learning and retention in all students.
The findings of this study also have promising implications for what is commonly referred to as the epidemic of student stress, which manifests as affective disorders, problems with behavioral control, substance abuse, and self-injury. Since students with ADHD experience higher levels of stress than typical students, a technique that can help normalize their stress response and provide increased self-control would be extremely valuable. Moreover, studies on aggression have consistently found that states of deep relaxation are incompatible with anger and aggression. Therefore regular periods of de-stressing can potentially improve the ability of ADHD students to inhibit the tendency to act impulsively, and enhance their ability to think before they act.
The Transcendental Meditation technique can be done anywhere one can sit and close the eyes. Therefore it is portable, and a personal means of self-regulation for ADHD children. To maximize the benefits, the recommended routine is one meditation session in the morning and one in the late afternoon, every day. Incorporating the TM program in a school setting, as was used for this study, provides an excellent means of maintaining regularity, benefiting not only the students but also the school. Teachers anecdotal comments revealed that teachers were able to teach more and students were able to learn more because they were less stressed and anxious.
With recent research showing reduced ability to cope with stress and slower brain development in ADHD children, a technique that can positively affect both of these factors can be a valuable resource for treatment of ADHD. The technique does not conflict with other cognitive or behavioral approaches, or with medication. With less stress and anxiety, the child may be more responsive to other interventions, potentially increasing their effectiveness.
As in most studies of ADHD, our subjects had comorbidities and learning disorders. ADHD rarely appears in isolation. Seventy-five to 85% of ADHD diagnoses include one or more comorbidities, and 20-30% exhibit learning disorders. Therefore, an argument can be made that the sample reflects a common ADHD population.
This was an exploratory study, with a small number of subjects and no control group. Also, there was no control for differences in medication. Therefore we cannot propose a cause and effect relationship. However, we administered objective performance tests of attention and executive function to support self-report inventories that are commonly used to diagnosis ADHD. The data showed within-study corroboration of results. These results suggest that further research is warranted to assess the impact of Transcendental Meditation practice as a potential treatment option for ADHD, either alone or as adjunct treatment. It would be most important to replicate these results with a control group. Further study of improvements in brain coherence and brain development could provide insight into the underlying mechanisms of observed changes.
Medication for ADHD can improve the symptomatology of the disorder for some children, or be marginally or not effective for others; and it can cause life threatening complications. Even for those children who have improvement in symptoms, the improvement is often insufficient. Additionally, it can be hard to obtain consistent drug action throughout the day and into the evening for homework. Importantly, medication does not treat the underlying pathophysiology. The Transcendental Meditation technique is an easily learned and practiced technique. This research suggests that the technique has potential to improve attention, behavior regulation, and executive function by naturally reducing stress and anxiety and improving brain functioning.
This research was the first systematic study of the effects of the Transcendental Meditation technique on the symptomatology of ADHD. The results of this exploratory study indicate that Transcendental Meditation practice 1) can be learned and successfully practiced by children with ADHD, 2) has the potential to reduce stress, anxiety, and stress related ADHD symptoms within three months, and 3) may contribute to improved behavior regulation and executive function.
This research provides encouraging indication that the Transcendental Meditation technique may have potential as an effective non-pharmacological intervention for managing the stress and anxiety associated with ADHD and impaired executive function, and may have a positive impact on behavioral symptoms associated with the disorder.
The authors would like to thank Robert A. Cohn, JD, the Chelsea School, and the Abramson Family Foundation for providing major funding for this project. We would also like to thank Phyllis Greer and Kelly Munley for assistance in data collection, Alarik Arenander, Ph.D. and Elizabeth Rice Arnold for consultation during the planning stages, and the Institute for Community Enrichment and for its support.
Correspondence regarding this article should be sent to Sarina J. Grosswald, Ed.D., SJ Grosswald & Associates, 714 19th St. S., Arlington, VA 22202, USA, E-mail: email@example.com , Voice: (703) 823-6933, Fax: (509) 461-3458.
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The Obama administration announced Wednesday its support for fast-tracking the Susquehanna-Roseland project—a plan to build high-voltage power lines on towers running from Warren County through Sussex and Morris Counties.
The proposal—which has drawn criticism from environmental groups as well as several of the affected towns—would include a 145-mile long 500 kV transmission line from the Susquehanna Substation in Pennsylvania to the Roseland Substation in New Jersey, and several 500-230 kV substations in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
The power line proposal has been under review by the National Parks Service, as it would run through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.The Obama administration states that it's expected to be in service by spring of 2015, and cites statements from the developer than more than 2,000 jobs would be created in New Jersey and Pennsylvania
The Susquehanna-Roseland line would be one of seven to be put on an accelerated schedule, as part of an effort to create jobs and modernize the electric grid, the administration said Wednesday.
"The president wants to get America working again. He is committed to cutting red tape and making immediate investments to put people to work modernizing our roads, bridges, airports, and energy systems," said Nancy Sutley, chair of the Council on Environmental Quality. "Building a smarter electric grid will create thousands of American jobs and accelerate the growth of domestic clean energy industries translating into more energy choices and cost savings for American consumers, and a more secure energy future for our country."
The administration said the projects would serve as pilot demonstrations of streamlined federal permitting and increased cooperation at the federal, state, and tribal levels.
It says its recently formed Rapid Response Team for Transmission, comprised of nine agencies, would work to coordinate permitting, review and consultations schedules among agencies to get things moving along faster and more smoothly. It would work to resolve conflicts between agencies and keep them all on schedules.
"It's clear the administration recognizes the importance of this transmission system upgrade that will maintain electric reliability for millions of people in our region," Ralph LaRossa, president of PSE&G, said in a statement from his company. "Since this project was announced, we have been working closely with state and federal agencies such as the National Park Service to ensure a timely review and approval of permits that are needed before work can begin. We fully understand and support a thorough assessment. At the same time, utilities need the ability to make these critical system upgrades in a timely manner. The Rapid Response Team is a welcome addition to the federal permitting process."
The Susquehanna-Roseland project follows an existing power line for the entire 45-mile length and would pass through 16 municipalities: Andover, Boonton Township, Byram, East Hanover, Fredon, Hardwick, Hopatcong Borough, Jefferson, Kinnelon, Montville, Newton, Parsippany, Rockaway, Roseland, Sparta and Stillwater.
The New Jersey Sierra Club—which along with other groups has challenged the need for the project, saying energy demands have dropped—. "The unnecessary Susquehanna-Roseland line will bring dirty coal power into New Jersey while cutting across our public lands. The project is being used by PSE&G to allow for increased exports of cleaner energy produced in state to New York City, where they can charge higher rates.
"The purpose of the Susquehanna-Roseland line is to bring in dirty coal power from Pennsylvania. The president is wrong; this project is not about renewable energy and will not create long term jobs," said Jeff Tittel, director of the NJ Sierra Club. "The Susquehanna-Roseland line undermines green energy jobs as we invest in antiquated technology instead of a smart grid, energy efficiency, and demand response programs."
The Sierra club noted the National Park Service is expected to make a decision on the project until January 2013.
"This new pilot project could jeopardize the NPS environmental review and put our public lands at risk," it said in a prepared statement.
Other projects fast-tracked under the initiative announced Wednesday would be in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Minnesota, New Mexico, Nevada, Wyoming, Utah, Pennsylvania, Oregon, and Wisconsin.


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On Wednesday, I took my four children to the local family cafe in our neighborhood to buy them shakes. The tv was on and the we were watching the Ellen Show. Now I do not agree with all of Ellen's political or social views, but when she tells a clean joke it is pretty funny.
But I was offended when the segment went to sexy scenes on her past shows and Ashton Kutcher dropped his bathrobe and was naked on national TV. My poor innocent children who have never seen anyone naked on TV before were shocked and horrified and so was I as their mother. We quickly left and my second oldest daughter told me that was really gross.
I am so deeply offended that Ellen is making light of sex on TV. Is this the message she wants to send to the youth of our country that pre-marital sex is ok ? I would be horrified if my children showed up on the Ellen show and dropped their bathrobe showing the world their bodies. To me that is porn.
I was raped before I got married. It was a horrible experience and I would never want my children to have to go through that. That is why I try to do everything I can do to keep them away from harm. What you showed on TV is not funny in the least, but rather a sad commentary on sex. To me my sex life is a very personal matter that doesn't need to be shared with anyone else. It is between me and my husband.
Look around at all the unwed mothers out there. I bet if you asked them how wonderful life is without a stable family life they would give you an ear full. My sister had a daughter out of wedlock and I have heard her say many times that she wishes she could turn back the clock and never have gotten involved with the father of her child.
My point is let's set a good example for the youth of this country. Let's be honest with them on what really makes people happy on not tell a lie.
Hi Ellen, I enjoyed your show today--those guys are so very young, attractive...and, well, thanks for the big screen for your viewers. I was unable to complete the giveaway entry again today, as the three choices pertained to Justin Timberlake...will watch tomorrow and see what happens. Would really like to win. It would make many people and animals happy!! Thanks for your consideration and kindness.
No answer for today's question- Justin Timberlake wasn't on the show. I took a guess.
hello ,Ellen how are you?did you go to the PNE here in Vancouver..alot of people.it was nice..i will watch Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner..they are both very cute..have a nice week,I am going to see the Group America and Celtic Thunder this week..love, Barb, Burnaby, BC Canada, say hi to Ryan Seacrest if you see him and Johnny Depp
Hi Ellen,
Love your show so much. Always upbeat and uplifting and inspiring.
Even though I am over 60, I think that the Twilight series guys are really hunky. If I were younger I probably would be absolutely over the top for them. As I loved Vampire stories since young and in HS would rush home to see Dark Shadows on TV.
I missed writing to you in October for Breast Cancer Month. This is the third time I have had breast cancer and am actively taking chemo pills at this time. I have a 3 week break from docs so decided to come out and visit my son in SD and hope to get tickets to your show.
I saw on your calendar that tickets were available for Nov. 9th so I put in for them but I wasn't sure how the tickets arrive. I am leaving for CA. on Mon. 5th. DO I give you the address where I am staying in CA. or do they come by e-mail.
Thank you so much and you truly are so generous to so many and an inspiration to all. I hope you are on TV and doing good for a very long time.
Keep doing what you are doing and God Bless You!
Sincerely, Virginia Crepeau (email@example.com)
Hi Ellen...Another great show. I want to say how much I love Tony! He makes me laugh and when he giggles it cracks me up! You can sincerely see how much he loves and appreciates you! NOW...I have a serious mother talk to have w/ you. You know how we all love u! WELL...when you are coming out onto the stage and you throw that mint in the air...it scares me to death. It could go down your windpipe and you could DIE. Think of something else to,please. Ride out on a unicycle or a skateboard. Just stop throwing that mint in the air. I am telling u this because I love you and you are scaring the he.. out of me. Love and Angel Hugs...Glenna Zink P.S. The word to day was peppermint bark :)
Hi Ellen, I just singed up today, I don't know that much about this and I'm sorry because I did until today. But I don't speak to much english, I wanted to do it long time ago but I needed to learn english better. If I'm writing this is because I'm asking my daugther to help me. Well I just wanted to say that I really like you because you make me laugh all the time even when I don't understand some jokes. your show is amazing I like how you help people. You are an amazing person. God Bless you!!!
DEAR ELLEN AND PORTIA I didn't get to watch the show today to see the phrase because i was working i wish you the best CHRISTMAS of the year you are so funny!
Dear ELLEN , I didn't get to watch your show today to see the phrase because i was getting all my children and grand children together to explain to them that ,while ( my father) their grandfather, n great grandfather was out christmas shopping he had a heart attack, and passed away at 11:55pm on dec, 23, 2012. and that he wasn't hurting any more and he passed when he did becaused he want them to remember that christmas was about life and the birth of christ not death .i would like to win the 12 days of christmas to bring some happyness into this family , its been a very hard year
I am s o bless because i am still alive .i am sick and stay in house. I go to the doctor. You see i am on oxygen 24/7.When i go out i haven be on oxygen. So god bless you and your merry christmas and happy new year.
I just finished watching the show. I never heard any of the phrases listed in the contest entry. It was a repeat but there were 2 promos mentioning the contest to participate in the 12 day giveaway. Have I misunderstood the rules--Are we just supposed to guess?
I wish I could see you live...I am in massachusetts and really don't have the finances to fly to LA for a personal girls day...my jet is in the shop....when are you going to come east again??? Debra in Shrewsbury, MA
PS hope you and Portia had a romantic holiday season
Oh Lord, I laughed so hard tears were streaming down my face. Thanks Ellen too funny!!!
First I'd like to wish you (Ellen) and Portia of course...A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY HAPPY, HEALTY NEW YEAR 2013!!!
Ellen, I've been a fan of yours since you were just doing stand-up and I've loved you ever since. When you started your own show on t.v. I was overwhelmed with excitement. Congratulations on your 10th Season.
Anyways...4 years ago I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. I went through the whole mess of treatments, lost all my hair etc., but because of you Dear Ellen...I was able to stay Optimistic and Humorous (especially Humorous), even through Chemo I was joking and laughing while watching you on t.v. while they pumped the meds into my veins.
Thank God, I only had two bad days out of all the days and was even able to walk my dog myself (my dog is a 10 year old female Shih-Poo by the name of ANGEL).
Ellen, please wish Tony and the rest of your staff a Very Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year 2013.
BTW, Ellen...please pick me as your winner of your 12 days prize pack.
I know how much you love animals and so do I. My dog is my savior (sort of). When I felt uncomfortable or tired she'd cry with me and rested with me through the worst times.
Ellen, I'm happy to tell you that after 4 years...I AM CANCER FREE!!!


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Thief River Falls - Myles A. Olson, loving husband, father, and grandfather, of Thief River Falls, died on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, peacefully in his sleep at home. He was 64 years and 11 days. May his memory be blessed.
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 14 at Bethany Lutheran Church, rural Thief River Falls, with Rev. Bob Dahlen officiating. Interment was held at Bethany Lutheran Cemetery.
Myles Arlen Olson was born at Mercy hospital in Thief River Falls on March 30, 1948 to Rufus and Violet (Larson) Olson. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethany Lutheran Church in rural Thief River Falls and attended there all of his life.
Myles attended elementary school in Thief River Falls and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966. A highlight of his high school career was going to state in Wrestling in 1964.
He served in the United States Navy on the USS Berkeley from 1967 to 1970. He completed an Associates in Arts degree from Northland Community College in 1978. He was employed by the city of Thief River Falls and spent many years working in the arena. He finished his career as the city forester. He worked for the city for 36½ years.
On Sept. 2, 1972 Myles was united in marriage to Susan (Emerson) Olson at Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton. They have three girls: Heather, who is a reading specialist; Myndy, who is a nurse practitioner; and Katy, who is a science teacher. Myles was also very close to his two nephews, Krist and Shawn, who grew up a half mile away from Myles and Susie's home.
Myles was an avid fisherman and spent almost every morning in the summer up at 4 a.m. to catch the elusive walleye. He also enjoyed hunting and doing anything outdoors. As Grandpa, his grandkids were so important to him. He loved to give them rides on the four-wheeler, throw them to "the snakes," and feed them spice drops and hot tamales on the sly. He was eagerly anticipating the arrival of his fifth grandchild.
Survivors include his loving wife of 39 years, Susan of Thief River Falls; children, Heather (Steve) Willman of Rochester, Myndy (Jason) Livingston of Woodbury, and Katy Olson of White Bear Lake; grandchildren, Elise, Anna, and Erik Willman, and Stella Livingston; brothers, Stanley Olson, East Berlin, Pa., Lyle (Lori) Olson, Thief River Falls, Bob (Jennifer) Larson, Chattanooga, Tenn., and Ken Larson, Hastings; sister, Patricia (Fran) Morone, Lodi Calif. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; father- and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Eleanor Emerson; and his sister, Rochelle Ann, who died at birth.
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Radley Balko points to yet another case of prosecutorial overreach:
Enter the Marietta, Georgia, case of 30-year-old Raquel Nelson, which has been bandied about in the comments section the last few days. Last April, Nelson was crossing a street with her three children when her 4-year-old was struck and killed by a car. She was crossing at an intersection, but was apparently not in a designated crosswalk. The driver who killed her had been drinking, taking painkillers, and was blind in one eye. He also has two prior hit-and-run convictions. Nelson and her daughter were also struck and injured. Residents of Nelson's apartment building have complained to the city about the intersection. The nearest crosswalk is a half mile away.
If we have as little to fear from overly aggressive prosecutors as supporters of Caylee's Law claim, we could expect the prosecutor in this case to show some discretion and mercy for Nelson, right? Yes, she admits to jaywalking. Yes, she erred, and subjected her kids to unnecessary risk. But she just lost her son. It's hard to fathom a more punishing, heartbreaking sentence. Moreover, the underlying "crime" here was a misdemeanor, one most of us commit every day. So mercy, right?
Of course not. Nelson was charged with second-degree vehicular homicide. Which is insane. She was convicted last week. When she's sentenced later this month, she could spend more time in jail than the man who struck and killed her son.
I can't even imagine how horrible it would be to lose a child. But to be prosecuted for their death for the crime of jaywalking – something countless Americans do every day – when the real culprit, the man who killed your child while drunk and on painkillers, is charged with a lesser crime… I simply can't fathom it, I can't wrap my brain around the horror of it all. I really can't. It makes me angry just thinking about it. The death of a child is sadness enough. Now Nelson's surviving children will be without a mother as well.
More to the point, this reveals just how broadly laws can be interpreted if prosecutors want to push the case. It would have been simple enough to view what happened, take into account the fact that complaints had been made about the intersection, that the driver was high, and so forth and decide to just let the case go. Or fine the mother for jaywalking. Or put in a crosswalk.
Instead the state spends countless dollars intensifying a tragedy. This isn't justice. And the intersection remains a danger to the community.
Now we have a push to write new laws, such as Caylee's Law, which gives prosecutors more power in child death cases. As Balko notes, "Prosecutors don't need more "tools" in these cases. They have plenty. They need more discretion. And empathy. And a more complete understanding of justice."
This is the fallback for all failed prosecutions. The right "tools" weren't in place. More laws are needed. If prosecutors simply had more ways to bend and manipulate the law themselves, surely justice would be done. But that's not at all true. When a bad guy gets off on a technicality, that's a problem. But it's much worse when an innocent person is convicted on a technicality. More often than not, a wrongful conviction just leaves the actual criminal out on the streets. In cases like the Nelson case, it rips up an already shattered family.
I have a follow-up to this post in which I note that Nelson may not have been guilty of jaywalking to begin with, which puts a pretty big hole in the prosecution's case.
Prosecutorial overreach? As they say in western Canada, "no question uh-boot-it!"
Good news? Have no worries, they'll never find a jury that'll convict the woman.
Maybe I'm misunderstanding your comment but she HAS ALREADY BEEN CONVICTED.
Until we live in the absence of governments there will always be worries.
She has already been convicted. Her sentencing is later this month…
Apparently, you can't read. The article says "She was convicted last week. When she's sentenced later this month, she could spend more time in jail than the man who struck and killed her son."
So much for juries. US "justice" is so screwed up it's unbelieveable.
"She was convicted last week." So apparently they did find such a jury. How, I've no idea. Maybe all the people with functioning brains found ways to get out of jury duty.
This is DISGUSTING! And that's a really polite way to put it.
Some prosecutors need to be put out on the street if not charged with malicious incompetence.
I would be shaking my head reading this in a kafkaesque novel, much more a news report . . .
This is the most insane thing I've seen in quite a long time. Horrible.
According to page 94 of the Georgia Drivers Manual available here:
"Crosswalks exist on all four corners of intersections even when they are not marked by painted lines."
You need to understand if she did not have other children this would not have happen….. You should look up ASFA on PBS NOVO….then look up Senator Nancy Schaefer on YouTube….. Most state uses the children of the poor to maximize federal money…. Here in my state CT we have over a 1000 children in the foster care system, who parent have done nothing wrong…..the worst part is the children are over medicated on drugs just because that also helps maximize federal money…… this is just legalize human trafficking, for our tax dollar…….
You need to understand if she did not have other children this would not have happen….. You should look up ASFA on PBS NOVO….then look up Senator Nancy Schaefer on YouTube….. Most state uses the children of the poor to maximize federal money… Here in my state CT we have over a 1000 children in the foster care system, who parent have done nothing wrong…the worst part is the children are over medicated on drugs just because that also helps maximize federal money…… this is just legalize human trafficking, for our tax dollar
You need to understand if she did not have other children this would not have happen…you Should look up PBS NOVA about ASFA…then look up Senator Nancy Schaefer on Youtube….Alot of State uses the Children of the poor to maximize federal money…Here in CT we have over 1000 children in the foster system, who familys have done nothing wrong….worst part is that these children are over medicated on drug also to maximze federal money too…this is just legalize human trafficking, for our tax dollar
When I read this headline, I honestly thought the Mom had gone after the drunk driver and killed him. I couldn't believe what this story was really about! How anyone could prosecute this mom – is appalling! Whoever made the bad "judgement" to prosecute this woman – should have their license suspended until they are proven competent enough to be an attorney! Although that bar seems to be a pretty low one to jump, from the stories in the media, lately!
as a parent of two small children, this story literally made me sick to my stomach.
I am kind of torn on this. Don't get me wrong, if everything in this article is exactly 100% correct (which can't be since it is biased in nature and only presents one point of view) then yeah, it is extreme to convict her of homicide…
However… I see parents rushing across busy roadways on a regular basis children in tow. As a mother, I take extra caution when I am with my children. I'm not saying this woman was being unsafe… but I don't feel like I have enough information to make a judgement call. If she was crossing the street near where I live with three kids in tow… I would say she was being an idiot. The driver was obviously an unfit driver… but knowing drivers like that are out there is what makes me so cautious. Her actions did contribute to the death of her child as well as the drivers and jaywalking may only be a misdemeanor… but she was doing it with three children… I'm torn…


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Hundreds gathered on the Garfield County Court House lawn in downtown Enid Friday night to ring in the holiday season with the city's annual Lights Up the Plains celebration featuring entertainment, refreshments, lights, horse-drawn rides and fireworks.
Construction moved the fireworks from their traditional location south of the lawn area to the eastern part of the area, where the cross shining on Broadway Tower provided a perfect backdrop for the year's firework event.
Crowds cheered the fireworks and the numerous local entertainers that took the stage at the Gazebo to perform.
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Welcome to Lama Temple Youth Hostel! Lama Temple Youth Hostel is located in the historic Dong Cheng district, on Yong He Gong Street. The nearest subway is 30 meters away which allows you to get to all the city sights quickly and easily. There are many bus stops within walking distance including a shuttle bus and airport express directly to the airport. Our hostel has been designed with Chinese culture and history in mind and provides visitors with all the modern luxuries that one expects, but in a way that is much more traditionally orientated than the majority of other hostels throughout the city. Brand new facilities including hot showers and rooms with new comfortable beds. Just have a look at the photographs provided and judge for yourself!
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