Kirk Hanson : The opinions in this commentary are solely those of Kirk Hanson . Institutions initially deny , hush up scandals to protect themselves . Comment: Denial , secrecy is an institutional and psychological defense that backfires . Hiding makes it seem victims come last , he says : Think Catholic Church , The Citadel . Reporting takes courage , he says , and enlightened leaders foster openness .
Kirk Hanson : Institutions initially deny , hush up scandals to protect themselves . Comment: Denial , secrecy is an institutional and psychological defense that backfires . Hiding makes it seem victims come last , he says : Think Catholic Church , The Citadel . Reporting takes courage , he says , and enlightened leaders foster openness .