Radio Show Will Address Bullying and Cyber-Bullying

Nov. 17, 2010 - PRLog -- November 17 – Canton, OH –

James Knight, Crime Prevention Specialist, will be the featured guest on North Ohio’s WHBC 1480 Talk Radio Show, Wriggling in the Middle, on Monday, November 22 at 9:10 am (Eastern Time).  James Knight will discuss bullying, it’s effects and how you can help prevent it.

Bullying, especially Cyber-Bullying is a growing concern in today’s society.  Linked to several recent suicides among teens, cyber-bullying utilizes technology such as social networks, the internet and cell phones to harass the victim.  James Knight will give examples of bullying, its consequences and what children and adults can do to prevent bullying.  James will also provide information on what to do if you are a victim of cyber-bullying.  

Every Monday from 9-10 a.m. radio hosts Dr. Merle Griff and DeLores Pressley, co-hosts of Wriggling in the Middle (http://www.wrigglingonline.com), discuss the dilemmas and delights of being part of the ‘sandwich generation’ and responsible for the care of multiple generations.  As a special highlight, each show features an expert to add lively discussion and perspective to the show’s topics.  

Jim Knight is the Crime Prevention Specialist with Stark County Prosecuting Attorney John D. Ferrero's office, in the Victim/Witness Division.  He has helped start several Neighborhood Watch Groups throughout the county and has received awards for his efforts in crime prevention.  Jim also has a Stranger Danger and Internet Safety program which he takes to area schools throughout the County.  Jim's goal is to continue speaking and coordinating programs on crime prevention to better educate the public in the future.




Dr. Merle Griff is an expert on caring for both children and aging parents.  She has been a delegate to the last two White Conferences on Aging and invited to present at international conferences such as the World Congress of Family and Child and the Annual Conference of the National Council on Aging. She has written extensively on intergenerational dynamics, including LinkAges, a book on intergenerational programs, as well as numerous articles including “Intergenerational Play Therapy: The Influence of Grandparents in Family Systems.”  She is the founder and CEO of Sarah Adult Day Services (http://sarahcare.com), which provides health related care for the elderly in centers so they can remain with their families and socially connected.

DeLores Pressley, motivational speaker and personal power expert, is one of the most respected and sought-after experts on success, motivation, confidence and personal power. She is an international keynote speaker, author, coach and the Founder of the Born Successful Institute and DeLores Pressley Worldwide.  She helps individuals use personal power to live their ideal life, increase confidence and lead a life of significance. Her story has been touted in Glamour, Washington Post, Black Enterprise, Success, Essence, New York Daily News, Ebony and Marie Claire. She is a frequent media guest and has been interviewed on every major network: (ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX) including America’s top rated shows; OPRAH and Entertainment Tonight.

About the show:
Hosted by Dr. Merle Griff and Delores Pressley, this informative and interactive radio show, Wriggling in the Middle, talks about the dilemmas and sometimes the delights of being part of the ‘sandwich generation’ and responsible for the care of multiple generations.  Whether it’s caring for both your children and elderly parents, or an aging spouse and your grandchildren, the show will discuss not only the challenges seen every day in keeping a family together, but also the lighter side of trying to manage it all.

Wriggling in the Middle can be heard live on WHBC 1480 AM or online at http://www.whbc.com/ each Monday at 9:10 AM (Eastern).  A recording of the show is also available at www.wrigginginthemiddle.com. For more information, contact: LeeAnne Blake, info@wrigglingonline.com, (330) 454-3200.

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This informative and interactive radio show talks about the dilemmas of being part of the ‘sandwich generation’ and responsible for the care of multiple generations. We discuss the challenges you face everyday in keeping your family together