Childhood abuse survivor and at-risk youth advocate explains why an economy in crisis directly leads to families in crisis
* Why does a bad economy dramatically increase abuse and addictive behaviors?
* Has the dismal financial situation altered why young people runaway or consider suicide?
* How deeply have help-organizations and shelters been affected by the poor economy?
* What goes through a teen’s mind while contemplating running away and/or suicide?
* How does an abused child regain his/her self-esteem?
* Can abusive parents ever change and be forgiven?
All of these questions and many more can be expertly answered by Steve Simpson, author and child abuse advocate who has dedicated his life to helping young people turn their lives around. Mr. Simpson offers timely advice for both troubled parents and their children during what is turning out to be the worst economic scenario since the Great Depression. «The global economic crisis could be expected to affect the stability of communities and families,» says Benedetto Saraceno, director of the World Health Organization’s mental health and substance abuse department.
Runaway, Steve Simpson’s novel which is based upon his tragic childhood experiences can be used as a tool to begin an honest dialogue about the problems facing far too many young people today. In an informative and frank interview, Simpson can discuss:
* How and where children can get help if they are being abused and/or neglected.
* Viable alternatives to running away and suicide.
* The increase of alcoholism and its effect on children.
* How the Internet can be both a good and bad influence on children at risk.
* The truth about living in a foster home.
* The denial of parents.
Mr. Simpson warns, «There is never an excuse for abuse of any kind in any financial situation. However, when things get rough and people begin to lose hope, the compulsions and character flaws get worse. Alcoholism, drug use, destructive behaviors and violent tempers become more acute. The end result: child abuse and child neglect.»
In the past, Steve Simpson has advised and consulted with various media outlets regarding the topics of teen runaways, suicide, abuse, alcoholism, self-esteem, etc. He has appeared on numerous national TV shows including Montel Williams, Sally Jesse Raphael, Geraldo, RickiLake, Maury Povich and the NBC News Network. His novel, Runaway, has been endorsed by the National Runaway Switchboard as well as several national school curriculums.
Runaway is available for purchase at the author’s website www.powerpublishingcorp.com as well as BakerandTaylor.com and BookClearingHouse.com. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book will be donated to charity.
