Isolation

Isolation refers to the state of being alone or separated from others, either physically or socially. It can be a normal and healthy part of life, but it can also be experienced as a negative or distressing condition.

Prolonged isolation can have negative impacts on an individual’s mental and physical health, and it can lead to feelings of loneliness, sadness, and despair. It can also be a factor in the development of mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.

If you are feeling isolated or lonely, it is important to seek out social connections and support. This can include spending time with friends and family, joining clubs or groups that align with your interests, or participating in activities that you enjoy. It may also be helpful to seek support from a mental health professional, who can help you to cope with feelings of isolation and to find ways to connect with others.

 

 

Inside Louisiana’s forced prison labor and a failed overhaul attempt
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Inside Louisiana’s forced prison labor and a failed overhaul attempt

BATON ROUGE – Breakfast at Louisiana’s state Capitol includes fresh coffee, cookies and egg sandwiches – made and served in part by incarcerated people working for no pay. “They force us to work,” said Jonathan Archille, 29, who is among more than a dozen current and formerly incarcerated people in Louisiana who told the Washington…

‘You’re a slave’: Inside Louisiana’s forced prison labor and a failed overhaul attempt
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‘You’re a slave’: Inside Louisiana’s forced prison labor and a failed overhaul attempt

BATON ROUGE — Breakfast at Louisiana’s state Capitol includes fresh coffee, cookies and egg sandwiches — made and served in part by incarcerated people working for no pay. “They force us to work,” said Jonathan Archille, 29, who is among more than a dozen current and formerly incarcerated people in Louisiana who told The Washington…

Trussville declared Trafficking Free Zone during council meeting
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Trussville declared Trafficking Free Zone during council meeting

From The Tribune staff reports TRUSSVILLE — The Trussville City Council declared Trussville a Trafficking Free Zone during the council meeting on Thursday, Dec. 22. Councilmember Jaime Anderson readers the 2023 Trafficking Free Zone proclamation. (Photo by Hannah Curran) According to the proclamation read by Councilmember Jaime Anderson, Trussville seeks to enhance public welfare, protect…

A crushing insult: the final of the Qatar World Cup on International Migrants Day
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A crushing insult: the final of the Qatar World Cup on International Migrants Day

Thursday 15 December 2022  In our latest blog, Cristina Patriarca, Safe Migration Officer, discusses the importance of protecting migrant rights in the context of combatting modern slavery.  Credit Equidem Research Every year, on December 18, we celebrate migrants across the world as we mark the adoption of the UN International Convention on the Protection of…

Traffickers move online to search for victims – The Hindu
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Traffickers move online to search for victims – The Hindu

As her classroom moved online during the pandemic, 16-year old Preeti (name changed) got a brand new mobile phone to carry on with her studies. With it came an introduction to social media and end-to-end chatting apps. The young girl from Alwar district of Rajasthan soon met Amit (name changed) on ShareChat and friendship blossomed,…

Iowa Trafficker Sentenced to 22 Years
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Iowa Trafficker Sentenced to 22 Years

The Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking and Slavery (NAHT) thanks all of our 1500 blog post/ newsletter subscribers for your support of our goal to end human trafficking/modern slavery in all its forms in Iowa. We wish you a joy-filled, healthy, and blessed holiday season and a happy and healthy new year, 2023. Governor’s Proclamation…

East Cleveland native hosts community event on human-trafficking to raise awareness
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East Cleveland native hosts community event on human-trafficking to raise awareness

EAST CLEVELAND, Ohio — As of June of this year, Ohio ranks fifth for human trafficking cases. But the state’s rate of human trafficking is the fourth highest at nearly four victims per 100,000 citizens. That’s significantly higher than the national average. Those troubling statistics are among the reasons for a special event in East…

Women suing Seattle hip-hop artist in sex trafficking case face ticking clock
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Women suing Seattle hip-hop artist in sex trafficking case face ticking clock

Survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking may only be able to answer these questions years or decades after the abuse occurred, experts say. But the clock is running. In Washington state, trafficking victims have just three years to seek civil compensation for the crimes and damage suffered. And then the door closes. The time…

Satanic Panic in Missouri: It never really left
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Satanic Panic in Missouri: It never really left

Editor’s note: Satanic Ritual Abuse is real. This article is here for your reference. ST. LOUIS – The 1980s and 1990s mark an era of “Satanic Panic” in American history. This article defines “Satanic Panic” as a phenomena that overtook society when satanic abuse against children and other members of society was introduced. Teachers, government…

Human trafficking terms
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Human trafficking terms

Editor’s note: We’ve collected terms and definitions from a variety of sources for your research. From Renting Lacy: A Story of America’s Prostituted Children The following list of key terms used in sex trafficking is published in Renting Lacy: A Story of America’s Prostituted Children by Linda Smith. To learn more, order your copy of…