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The first evidence-based treatment of any kind for youth experiencing bullying, specifically weight-based bullying, now exists thanks to a group of researchers from Yale. We spoke with Dr. Janet Lydecker, assistant professor of psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, about cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) treatment aimed at victims of trauma stemming from bullying.

 

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August is National Immunization Awareness Month and with a couple weeks left before the new school year, we spoke with Dr. Magna Dias. She is the chair of Pediatrics at Bridgeport Hospital and discussed the need for immunizations and addressed vaccine hesitancy. 

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Host Paul Pacelli returned to Tuesday's edition of "Connecticut Today" to chat with Monroe resident Scott Pearson about his petition drive to try change the "Public Benefits" charge on electric bills for state consumers (00:27). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio stopped by with news about the State Department of Transportation (11:55), while Paul added a few thoughts on media coverage of the presidential race (20:23)

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Last week, state Republicans called for a special session to tackle high electric rates in Connecticut. Lawmakers say its time for Governor Lamont to take a more aggressive role in working with lawmakers and utility companies to develop a reasonable strategy on energy. Senate Republican Leader Steve Harding broke down the proposal from his party and how the governor has reacted since the Thursday presser.

To watch initial press conference: https://ct-n.com/ctnplayer.asp?odID=23426

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State election officials are investigating Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber and State Representative Jennifer Leeper. The investigation is over the use of the town Instagram account and claims that there were posts promoting political campaigns on the town account. The complaint was filed by Republican Town Committee Chair Laura Devlin who joined the show for more on this.

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HR Brew dropped a new article looking at the importance of interviewing. In the beginning of the August 9th write up:

For perspective on the do's and don't’s of job interviewing that young workers need to be aware of, we spoke with career strategist, Julie Bauke.

 

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Empty Nesting is not simply a “phase of life.” Empty Nesting Syndrome is a medical issue typically detected after children move out of the house. But what many don’t realize is you don’t have to be a parent to struggle with this. And according to national statistics, the prevalence of depression among empty nesters was 43% in 2023 data. How do we recognize the signs for ENS and how do we prepare for it before depression sets in? We got advice from counselor, Julius Dudics.

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During our monthly check-in with CSCU Chancellor Terrence Cheng, we learned enrollment is significantly up compared to last year. What is driving the uptick ahead of the new academic year for Connecticut State community colleges and state universities? We also found out about new programs being offered on CSCU campuses this fall.

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Have you ever heard of "bush burgleries?" Paul Pacelli hadn't, so retired Fairfield Police Lt. Jim Perez gave him the 411 on what it is and how to prevent it.

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Paul welcomed Professor and Chairman, Department of Government and Politics at Sacred Heart University, Dr. Gary Rose onto Melissa In The Morning to talk about how Senator Chris Murphy is on the shortlist of people to be Secretary Of State, should Vice President Kamala Harris win the Presidential Election in November. 

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