May 2017

Childhood Bullying

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The Ghost of Bullying
The idea that bullying is experienced by only a few children and adolescents is false. Most cases are verbal, not physical, and victims tend to remain silent. Research has shown that bullying can have negative long-term effects on a person's life.
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May 31, 2017
El Comercio
Italo A. Gutierrez

Electronic Medical Records

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A 'Learning System' in Behavioral Health Can Help in Sharing Best Practices, Innovations
Leveraging technological advances to make better use of the best available data could help rein in healthcare costs and improve both quality and safety. This makes sense whether the healthcare being delivered is physical or behavioral.
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May 30, 2017
Modern Healthcare
Bradley D. Stein @BradleyDStein
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Why Europe's Work-Life Balance Proposal Could Be in Limbo for Years
The work-life balance proposal has a chance of having an impact on the labor markets and welfare systems in Europe. However, given the variation in policies across member states and levels of political support among key stakeholders, the proposal may end up stuck in negotiations.
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May 30, 2017
New Europe
Barbara Janta
Counterterrorism

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What Happens After ISIS Goes Underground
As the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria suffers defeats on the battlefield, it is expanding its cyber presence to continue to encourage attacks abroad. The more the group relies on cyberspace, the more likely it will expose important segments of its organization to detection and disruption.
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May 30, 2017
The National Interest
Colin P. Clarke, Chad C. Serena
International Economic Relations

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The Driving Force Behind China's Ambitious 'Belt and Road Initiative'
By committing trillions of dollars to infrastructure projects across 60 countries, China could transform the lagging economies of the region and place itself in the enviable position of being Asia's true pivot. But the new Silk Road blueprint presents risks as well as benefits.
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May 30, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
Rafiq Dossani
Health Insurance Benefit Design

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How Would the House Health Care Plan Affect People with Pre-Existing Conditions?
The American Health Care Act would guarantee that individuals with pre-existing conditions could enroll in insurance even if they had a coverage lapse. But there is no guarantee that this coverage would be affordable, and coverage of some essential health benefits could be excluded.
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May 28, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
Christine Eibner @Chrissyeibner
Infrastructure Finance

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Regulating Infrastructures in the Tropics
Regulation helps address the demands of investors who are seeking assurances that their investments are safe, while also reassuring democratically elected governments. Regulatory reform could help Brazil attract more private investment in its infrastructure.
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May 26, 2017
The RAND Blog
Christian Van Stolk, Daniel Schweppenstedde, et al.
Private-Sector School Management

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How to Navigate Public-Private Partnerships in Higher Ed
Universities are partnering with private companies that have the resources to help them compete in the online learning market and maximize student enrollment. Do their different missions—providing high-quality education and making a profit—dilute the quality of the courses?
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May 26, 2017
RealClearEducation
Rita T. Karam, Charles A. Goldman
Nutrition Policy

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Why Nutrition Standards and Policies Should Continue
Rolling back nutrition standards means increasing risks for Americans and does not bode well for population health. Every effort should be made to maintain strong nutrition standards to protect the health of all Americans.
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May 25, 2017
RealClearHealth
Deborah A. Cohen
Georgia (country)

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Georgia Wants Reassurance That America Will Help Deter Russia
Georgia is an emerging democracy in a difficult region with mainly authoritarian regimes nearby. To overcome severe challenges from Russian military occupation and economic weakness, it deserves sustained Western support.
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May 25, 2017
The National Interest
Kenneth Yalowitz, William Courtney @courtneywmh
Arctic Region

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What Does 'America First' Look Like in the Arctic?
The shift in U.S. climate policy away from greenhouse gas reduction is significant for the Arctic, which is experiencing global warming at an accelerated rate. And a recent executive order will pave the way for expanded oil and gas drilling. How will these changes shape the Arctic in years to come?
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May 25, 2017
United Press International
Abbie Tingstad, Stephanie Pezard @StephaniePezard
Iran

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Why Trump's Pressures on Iran Won't Benefit America
The Trump administration has demonstrated a renewed policy of pressure against Iran. In doing so, it risks losing the ability to leverage the greatest potential source of change in Iran: millions of Iranians who want a better country at peace with the world.
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May 25, 2017
Fortune
Alireza Nader
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How Uganda Could Benefit from a Center for Food Innovation
A training and innovation center that trains and certifies street food vendors to address issues related to food hygiene, safety, and quality would accelerate the growth of a new Ugandan cuisine that capitalizes on nutritious local ingredients in a sustainable manner.
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May 23, 2017
The RAND Blog
Michele Abbott, Deborah A. Cohen
Cybercrime

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WannaCry Virus: A Lesson in Global Unpreparedness
The WannaCry ransomware attack provides important lessons about how to secure cyber networks. History indicates that other attacks will follow. Preparedness is crucial.
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May 22, 2017
The National Interest
Daniel M. Gerstein @Daniel_Gerstein
Postsecondary Education

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Is College Worth the Expense? Yes, It Is
Many American students struggle with the soaring cost of higher education. And for many college students, debt can have severe negative implications. But on balance, the benefits of a college degree appear to outweigh the costs.
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May 22, 2017
Inside Sources
Rafiq Dossani
Turkey

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A Turning Point in U.S-Turkish Relations?
While Turkish President Erdogan and U.S. President Trump emphasized the positive aspects of bilateral relations after their meeting, there remain points of contention. The stakes at this meeting and its outcome are high for both Turkey and the United States, and could mark a major milestone in the relationship.
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May 21, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
Stephen J. Flanagan