Talking with Children about Terrorism

The Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on America have captured the attention of adults nationwide. But, children are watching too. Judith Myers-Walls, human development expert at Purdue University, prepared some tips for adults in helping children put such emotionally...

One Million Afghans Face Starvation, Thousands Flee

An estimated one million Afghans will likely starve if the World Food Program fails to return staff to the country, according to Reuters. Three weeks’ worth of food is still available in warehouses in major Afghan cities, but the concern is over rural areas,...

Forming Public Opinion Takes Time

Ask people how they feel about the Sept. 11 attacks on America and their response now–14 days later–is bound to vary from their initial response. That is because public opinion is not static. “People’s views about an issue can develop and...