Though corporal punishment has no scientific definition, it is colloquially understood as striking a child – typically with an open hand on the buttocks or…
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Biological and psychological effects of child abuse on the brain, explained
This article is the second in a series that will analyze the physical, biological effects of trauma on a child’s brain, investigate its in-depth psychological…
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Election Preview: Ballot Initiatives
The 2018 midterm elections have nearly arrived and The Hilltop Monitor is going to have a series of articles previewing elections in the local area.…
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Links between adverse childhood experiences and dysfunctional behavior, explained
In the modern era, news is an indispensable resource to keep informed about what’s happening in the world. It reports up-and-coming local events, advice columns…
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Opinion: Yes, It Matters – Kindness in the Dark
There is a man in the White House who has made it his mission to infect as many people as possible with hate. There is…
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2 Takes, 1 Issue: Kavanaugh and a lack of evidence
Amidst extreme controversy, Brett Kavanaugh was confirmed to the United States Supreme Court Oct. 6 in a 50 to 48 vote. This story has dominated…
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Election Preview: KC mayoral race
Election season is upon us, and The Hilltop Monitor is going to have a series of articles previewing local elections for this year and next…
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2 Takes, 1 Issue: Kavanaugh, innocent until proven guilty?
Nobody should be considered guilty until proven innocent in the United States. However, this is exactly what occurred during the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation process. Kavanaugh…
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Troostapalooza addresses Kansas City’s internal economic and racial divisions
Saturday, Sept. 22, vendors selling homemade soap, original clothing items and baked goods lined the street as residents sped by on motorized scooters, danced to…
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