Show NewsSalina Sun'Gunnison Sanpete Symptoms and effects of sexual abuse MS Center New Horizons Crisis humiliation believe them Rape Crisis Program Manager Child abuse can happen to anyone They may expect no one to In the majority of cases the perpetrator the child: rarely any family regardless of race creed income or religion Statistics continue to inerease each year with more and more leportsol'children being In researeh released in April of researchers and Kilpatrick Saunders found more female than male 1997 or due to fear shame embarrassment Hendrickson () b I)ianc is known to someone a stranger can be anyone it is a The perpetrator parent a sisteror brother a rclali e the neighbor Many people think that perpetrators are dysfunctional people who aggressively attack chil- subsequent questioning by lamily members social serv ices and legal authorities may leave the child with the message that the abuse is partly his or her fault This may be seen in the child's low levels of Through sexual abuse the child is lorced to experience adult Actually the majority of cases involve perpetrators who are respected ciliens w ith very functional and pro- developmental in a profound 34 percent of males Sexual abuse rarely leavesany physical signs The perpetrator usually ductive lives People who are considered decent and ethical in other areas of may seriously interfere withlhechtld's ability to master childhood tasks their lives can and do molest children hile they are alone It usually involves only touching so there may never be any outward sign They have a serious problem and are good at minimiing and rationalizing this problem to themselves and keep- cluding development of impulse control and a healthy autonomy 1982) Numerous studies report the effects adolescents saulted- 3 had been sexually aspereent of females versus abuses the child of harm tolhechild Yet theemotional and mental damage to children tends for many and carries to be into adulthood may take children months even years to tell someone Some never tell It dren ing it a secret from others Sexual abuse may significantly fect a child's normal psychosocial may result loss ol childhood and derailment af- on ictims shortly al ter tin- sexual abuse has occurred as well as later in the de- victim's It may seriously impair a ability to trust others Initial disbelief w hen reporting the abuse and adult life Some immediate mptoms of sexually abused children velopment sy child's may include: Behavioral Aggressive isolates changes: antagonistic themselves from others sexually act- ing out on others uncooperative bellious change in appetite negative Emotional problems: Anttrv moody crying spells SHOULD I TAKE A VITAMIN E mins and carotenoids SUPPLEMENT? related to serum Answer by: Georgia C Lauritzen I'tahStatellniversity Extension Eood and Nutrition Specialist tion Although vitamin E was discovered about 80 years ago it has only been during the past 10 years that it has become the center of attention The new interest is due to the long know n primary function of vitamin F in the The imporbody as an antioxidant tance of antioxidants in chronic disease prevention has become clearer in recent scientific studies According to data from the third National Health and Nutrition Exami- nation Survey (NHANLS Hi) “important proportions’'of the adult US population have low serum alphatoeopherol itamin E) levels About 63(X)adulls participated in the survey and 27'zf of them had low vitamin E concentrations Low levels of vitamin E may place people at increased risk of chronic diseases The incidence of both cancer and cardiovasculardiseasc may he by low levels of vitamin E Analy sisof the data from the Nl ANES study showed that age serum cholesterol level and several serum vita affected itamin A w but it It is no bigger than a chestnut will kill an estimated 2(X) Utah men this Cancer Awareness Month It is estimated that more Utahns w ill be diagnosed with prostate cancer than with breast cancer this year In luet of all cancers demore than lected in Utah in 1999 w ill be prostate cancers Thisyear approximately IKX) Utah men will learn they have this disease The American Cancer Society is focusing on this concern this September as it encourages men aged 50 and over to discuss their risks and options with their health care providers Because it is important to allow every individual to make informed decisions regarding prostate cancer and their own health the American Cancer Society is making its resources readily available to the public Prostate cancer is a serious disease that can be successfully treated if detected early This September the American Cancer Society thanks families who care enough to make sure loved ones do all they can to protect their health The American Cancer Why withdrawn depressed September! 1999 Page 3 nightmares problems w ith toilet insecure low its unreasonable hab- play I'nlortunately it isalsooneofour We have a most deadly weekends maor amount ol u at fie on the roads and some just can' w ail to get to their destination before the party begins So they get a headstart by party mg on the way dow nThc I’tuh Highway Patrol along with the rest ol the nation participates in OpcrationC A R If Tins is a special enforcement effort taking place in all states to reduce fatal and drop in grades or school performance guilt shame denial tears or phobias running tiuant or ungovernable Relationship problems l ighting w nil away siblings or parents lack ol appropriate boundaries difficulty getting along with teachers and friends effects can include such suicide tilings as dcpicssion psychological problems substance abuse eating disorders health problems and difficulties weekiniury aceidentsdunngtlisbusy end f his is one weekend when all the and lieutenants troopers sergeants oik the road toensure a safe captains YVe will be weekend lor everybody on the use of safety concentrating e seal belts and child lestramts will be watching for safety seals discourteous and aggressive drivers and a special emphasis w ill be pul on the impuucd di iver )ur biggest problem ol the weekend will be speed parenting if you are aware in It is against the law of child abuse but fail to report it Non! local authorities sotlut the child can be protected and the abuse can stop It you do not know where to call in your area call the Child Protective number: Serv ices You should also call your local Everybody will bo tnsuchuhurry toget wherever it is they ire going You can help us by doing a lew things this year Make sure you have plenty of time to get w here ou w an t to he so ou are m rushed Make suie you get plenty of rest so you are not a hazard on the road Slow down and cnoy the rip dow n There is really no reason to set a land ou arc us! endangerspeed record ing yourself your passengers and the other drivers on the road Last and most important it tins is going to be the last big party ol the summer wait until you arrive at your destination Don t drinkanddrive will impound your vehicle we will put you in tail and w e won't leel a bit bad about ruining your weekend In fact we will leel great about the fact we saved a lot ol oilier people's lives and probably yours tixi So have a great weekend but be that careful Rcnicmhcrusyougoplay the men and women ol the I tab Patrol will he woiking to ensure you have a sale trip police department ere itamin E concentra- (Sminiison Valley Several studies now in progress mav itamin prov ide evidence of adequate E levels in reducing chronic diseases itamin E he supplemented Should for the average person in the United InlospSHaD States? The Lhiiversity of California “YY'ellness Letter’' advises Berkeley “People travel for miles to Gunnison because of the quality of care they consistently receive at Gunnison Valley Hospital both from the physicians and hospital staff We welcome the opportunity to serve you with your healthcare needs” that everyone take vitamin E supplements Other nutrition author ilies aie hesitant to recommend that they be taken by everyone Good food sources are vegetable oils and grains Some cereal products are also fortified w ith itamin E Since many people are trying to limit total fat intake the use of the vegetable oils is adv ised because of their itamin E content The general advice of eating a Greg Rosenvall Administrator wide variety of foods is prudent since many foods including fruits and vegetables contain small amounts of itamin E that in total make a significant contribution Direct column topic questions to: Donna Ealkenborg Utah State Univer0500 Old Main Hill sity Extension Phone Logan lax: email: donnaf(?extusuedu September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month year The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system yet when stricken w ith cancer it can become a killer This September the American those Cancer Society urges all who love them-- to get the facts about prostate cancer as part of Prostate by Trooper ferry C Smith Utah lighway Patrol Iublic Information and (education Officer r he last mior holiday ol the Labor season is last approaching Day sort ol signifies the last of summer School starts so it's the last maor out and weekend to get am! itliout the cognitive or emosexuality tional maturity to respond to the erotieiationt Yates 1982) Such Valiev News Wednesday Don't have a killer weekend courages health providers active role in the awareness by informing their patients potential risks and benefits Family Practice Family Practice Radiologist to take an Surgery 4H- B campaign about the IK7! of prostate cancer intervention It is important that otherw ise healthy men overage 50 are offered Antigen blood tests and Digital Rectal Examinations on an annual basis However individuals such as those with a family history of prostate cancel should consider or receiving annual examinations before General 1 4 k xWdS Family Practice Family Practice Family Practice Family Practice 2 the age of 50 The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer Visiting Specialists saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through researeh education advocacy and service Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is the perfect time to do something special to guard your own health or the health of Thomas Dickinson Gregory Craner Wynn Hemmert Kurt Bodily MD MD MD MD Electrodiagnostic Studies Ronald Duerkson MD Urology Patrick Kronmiller MD Ophthalmology Matthew Gastroenterology the men n: your life For additional prostate cancer guidelines or general cancer information call the American or Cancer Society at visit the American Cancer Society f i website at wwwauwerorg CanThe National Comprehensive cer Network and the American Cancer Society have recently released a new Cancer: booklet entitled “Prostate Treatment Guidelines for Patients” To j receive this free booklet cull Parsons MD Orthopedics Devon Nelson MD Cardiology Scott Bingham Marvin Allen MD MD Podiatry Blake Zobell Society en Havant You ow fiwmm New Brand High Quality Computers Called Yot? mm No Credit Bad Credit No Problem! 1 'lEaamtf Home Health & Hospice Director Physical Therapist Therapy West DPM For scheduling contact Kim Hilburn at Gunnison Valley Hospital 528-724- 6 5 Gunnison Valley hospital 64 East iOO North Gunnison 528-724- 6 |