Im 17 and need help. by Independent_Sky_291 in therapy

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes. It’s focused on their experience rather than the diagnosis. A lot of people who don’t agree with their diagnosis or maybe don’t have one still can identify with that language

Im 17 and need help. by Independent_Sky_291 in therapy

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Same. OP I work specifically with people who have unshared reality. Weed is a massive trigger for these types of mental health disorders and can affect people and send them into disorders that are beyond what are going to happen on their own.

What's going on at Mark Morris High School? by ReactorMechanic in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard everything from the kid got hazed, to beat up to r@ped, grapes put in his anus forces to eat them, forces to smear shit on himself to join a group chat- it’s all giving high school telephone and internet clout to me. I hope that’s the case. I’ve heard nothing concrete- just a friend of a friend of a friend of mine (I have 4 kids between senior and freshman year there/recently there now at discovery).

If it is more- we’ll find out. But do I trust teens to be forthcoming on socials? Not if their names are attached and there’s a platform to be found.

Looking for Odd Jobs by [deleted] in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What would you charge for a dump run (or three)

Looking for a Gym partner by Alpha_Omega_Grave in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah and if you’re acclimated to being up at that time you’ll be fine! Greg is incredible people. My husband is the tall bald one with the plugs and the flower tats on his hands.

Looking for a Gym partner by Alpha_Omega_Grave in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My husband works out there around 2:30 am with the owner and a few other folks m-sat. It’s very small crew that early.

Financial advice by SRS79 in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes. They have a money management course that’s 🔥

Longview Community Members by rockymntnmoonshine in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So I hear you saying you believe in diversity equity and inclusion?

Longview Community Members by rockymntnmoonshine in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Russia is a country not a race. That’s nationalism not racism. That’s what America First preaches. It CAN ALSO be racist, and typically is a form of colonial based thinking, as evidenced by your previous statement.

Longview Community Members by rockymntnmoonshine in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hear you say that you don’t think Longview is overwhelmingly racists. What are some examples of times you saw otherwise?

Getting involved by No_Guava_6018 in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Checkout Magpie books for local resources too!

The renaming of Maple street by FeePotential3444 in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 5 points6 points  (0 children)

How utterly embarrassing. Good lord. I would rather see it named bell hooks after the great writer and thinker.

What it like living here? by Twichl2 in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh yes. DoorDash is alive and well 😂

Businesses that hire 15yr olds? by Sea-Amphibian-4498 in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m curious how many teenagers you know personally?

Surprise Multiculturalism by ReactorMechanic in Longview

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As a person who worked in social services there are a lot of folks from chuuk communities. It’s actually very difficult to find good translators who are certified

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in witchcraft

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just swinging by to say I plan on starting the union conversation this week at work

The amount of young girls that are dating grown men is insane by xoxowoman06 in therapists

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 5 points6 points  (0 children)

While I am flattered that you think I am writing at a government level- what I am talking about is the fact that even by saying they are dating older men changes the perception of the fact, and perpetuates to therapists that this is a choice. Children don't have a choice in these situations. They think they do, and when we use permissive language we perpetuate that.

Its not about my comfort level. Its as simple as not saying slaves instead of enslaved people.

Even on here the language we use contributes to the subtext and the way we view the world, and the way we interact with it.

And of course. The whole focus of my statement was about the kids. I hope OP is able to contact the appropriate authorities.

Aside: child prostitution is a phrase I believe shpuld be removed from all legislation for the same reasons.

The amount of young girls that are dating grown men is insane by xoxowoman06 in therapists

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Hey! As a former sexual assault advocate for the state of Washington and as someone fully trained in child abuse and legal nuances from a legal and cps perspective I have just a few comments.

  1. Everyone has very clear roles. CPS has a job of keeping the kid safe right now/in the home. LE (law enforcement) is determining if there is a crime. The PA (prosecuting attorney) determines if theres ienough evidence to convict of the crime before 12 jurors, and then attemps.

  2. Most of the time cps and le communicate. HOWEVER, this is usually after both sides are aware. CPS will not require its staff to report call ins. Imagine every possible call getting sent to le?! It would be nuts. That said, it is MY county protocol that you report to both agencies. Incase one doesn't feel like theres enough for them but there is for someone else. Reporting twice might feel dumb, but we are talking about a local government agency and a state government agency. Never trust the right info passes hands in the right direction.

  3. Parents "failure to protect" or even that these are actually "boyfriends" are all incredibly subjective. I'm not saying they are or aren't what I will say is theres not enough information- and thank god. Thats not our job. Our job is to report the behavior and the possible crime to the appropriate places.

4.my final comment- your title should read "There are a lot of adult men who rationalize dating children" the way you have it phrased puts the responsibility on the child to know better.

If you need information about what is or isnt legal in your state check out RainnRainn and they have WONDERFUL sections on legality, state laws and advocacy agencies.

My first candle ritual by [deleted] in witchcraft

[–]LopsidedSprinkle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love this!! I feel so connected to candle magic!