Shocking prospect

Article Abstract:

Some 60 children and adolescents (12 to 17-years-old) have received electro-convulsive therapy (ECT) over the last 10 years in NHS hospitals, according to research by Dr Caroline Lindsey, consultant psychiatrist. The findings do not include the private secto,; children which are not treated by child psychiatrists and older adolescents. The inappropriate use of ECT is also covered in a two-part special TV report on the ITV Link programme, in which Dr Steve Baldwin, clinical psychologist, appears. Baldwin believes that the use of ECT on people whose neurological system is still developing should be avoided.

Research, Electroconvulsive therapy, Electroshock

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Star Wars Program under increasing attack

Article Abstract:

The Department of Defense's Star Wars Program is coming under increasing criticism from opponents in Congress who want the program discontinued. The opponents of the program charge that test failures, financial controversies and unresolved technical problems are proof that the whole program should be discarded. Observers say that in view of these developments, the program will not get the funding it has requested.

Evaluation, Defense programs, Strategic Defense Initiative

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Canadian Airborne Regiment disbanded

Article Abstract:

The Canadian Airborne Regiment, an elite unit of paratroopers, was abolished by Defense Minister David Collenette on Jan 23, 1995. The unit had come under criticism recently after two videotapes were released showing Regiment members engaging in racist and cruel behavior.

Management, Ethical aspects, Military policy, Parachute troops, Paratroops, Collenette, David, Canada. Royal Canadian Army

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