How effective are AMBER Alerts in child custody cases?
It depends upon what criteria define “effective”. More child abductions have been prevented with the Amber Alert system in place than without it, yet it’s impossible to say how many…
I know a friend on TikTok who has abusive parents. How can I report or get him help?
I know a friend on TikTok who has a lot of severe PTSD and trauma due to several incidents, and he also has abusive parents. How can I report him…
What to do before a divorce, if you’re not in the wrong
What advice would you give someone before a divorce, if it’s known it may happen and you’re not in the wrong? This is a very important question that too few…
Can CPS take your kids for missing two dental appointments?
Can child protective services take your kids for missing two dental appointments? Yes (and well they should), if the dental appointments are necessary to protect the child from disfigurement, from…
How would you respond to your teen if he/she threatened to call Child Protective Services because you punished them?
This is almost always a no-win situation. There’s little room for error. If you live in a place where the police and social services are decent people with horse sense,…
What will happen if I call CPS during my divorce?
What will happen if I call CPS during my divorce? The courts aren't addressing my concerns about my children's living situation away from me. First, think carefully. Sure, you can…
