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Again, What Are We Looking For in Mass Shooters?
By
Linda Mintle
To my dismay, I feel like I have written some version of this blog too many times. I fear if won’t be the last time. Whenever there is a mass shooting, we try to understand what happened in order to prevent this again. In terms of the mental health, this may be helpful: A compilation…
Les Miserable or Django Unchained: More Grace or More Violence?
By
Linda Mintle
I finally was able to see the movie version of Les Miserable. Stunning performances by the actors, beautiful cinematography and an incredible story of grace and forgiveness. One could not help but be moved by the message—every life is of value and worthy of God’s forgiveness and grace. I was moved to tears. But the…
Is Profanity on TV Harmless?
By
Linda Mintle
Steven Tyler gets bleeped repeatedly on American Idol. Howard Stern, known for his use of profanity, is a judge on America’s Got Talent. I could make lists of people who are constantly bleeped on television due to their language. I find it completely unnecessary and a real lack of imagination when it comes to the…
Violent Video Games Change the Brain
By
Linda Mintle
I’ve been following the research on violent video game playing for decades. The news isn’t usually good and gamers become highly defensive whenever I post on this topic. So here we go again! Consider this research as you choose your holiday presents. It confirms a finding we have known for years. The study was presented…
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