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Ajit Mathew George founded Second Chances Farms, LLC in Wilmington, DE,

an organization that employs only convicted felons, training them in entrepreneurship through mentorship programs and green collar jobs at hydroponic, indoor vertical farms in economically distressed communities. He explains how the farms replace recidivism with compassionate capitalism and turn entrepreneurs-in-residence into “Agri-preneurs.”

With COVID-19, Americans are spending more time than ever online--for work, for school, for entertainment and socializing. Stuart Brotman, author of “Privacy's Perfect Storm: Digital Policy for Post-Pandemic Times” says our online privacy is at greater risk than ever. He explains what you can do to protect yourself and your family.

Relationships between the sexes can sometimes be confusing, especially so between teenagers. At what point does one person's attraction for another turn into stalking behavior? Dennis E. Reidy, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Behavioral Scientist in the Division of Violence Prevention at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta found that 14% of girls and 13% of boys have been victims of stalking, and that they are much more likely for risky behavior like binge drinking, drug abuse, dating violence and sexting.

Recent research shows more adults are suffering from symptoms of depression. COVID-19 and the lockdowns may be one factor. Catherine Ettman, doctoral student at the Boston University School of Public Health, led a first-of-its-kind study at the Boston University School of Public Health that found that the number of American adults with depression symptoms had tripled as of mid-April, when 96% of the U.S. population was living under some form of COVID-19 lockdown order.

Recent research shows more adults are suffering from symptoms of depression. COVID-19 and the lockdowns may be one factor. Catherine Ettman, doctoral student at the Boston University School of Public Health, led a first-of-its-kind study at the Boston University School of Public Health that found that the number of American adults with depression symptoms had tripled as of mid-April, when 96% of the U.S. population was living under some form of COVID-19 lockdown order.

Brain disease has become the number one cause of disability, with Parkinson's the fastest growing disease. Ray Dorsey, MD, from the University of Rochester Medical Center and co-author of “Ending Parkinson's Disease: A Prescription for Action” says there needs to be more focus on prevention. He believes more resources must be placed into research, because while cases are on the rise, the most effective treatment is now a half century old.

The pandemic has affected nearly all Americans. But among the hardest hit are non profit organizations, especially those serving local communities. Danielle Holly, CEO of Common Impact, a nonprofit organization headquartered in Boston, said the effect has been staggering. She outlined ways that Americans can help, through philanthropic and skilled volunteer support.

Relationships between the sexes can sometimes be confusing, especially so between teenagers. At what point does one person's attraction for another turn into stalking behavior? Dennis E. Reidy, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Behavioral Scientist in the Division of Violence Prevention at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta found that 14% of girls and 13% of boys have been victims of stalking, and that they are much more likely for risky behavior like binge drinking, drug abuse, dating violence and sexting.

Opioid addiction is on the ris,e but intervention programs may be falling short because many are taking multiple substances. Honora Englander, MD, from the Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine discusses an innovative program that helps.

New research shows that a telemonitoring program to control high blood pressure cuts the risk of heart attack or stroke by about 50 percent, while saving close to $2000 in health costs per patient. Karen L. Margolis, MD, from HealthPartners Institute in Minneapolis explains how the approach differs from typical treatment programs.