February 27, 2015
The use of tear gas has evolved quite a bit since its inception. This agent is now ubiquitously used by law enforcement professionals in a variety of circumstances, from dispersal of crowds to armed stand-offs and hostage situations. This short post will examine the history of the chemical, and how it has been employed over […]
February 24, 2015
When Parents Hoard, Children Are Often Left Picking Up the Pieces For children of hoarders, life at home can be a dismal undertaking. Not only is an overly cluttered home unpleasant to live in, it can also pose many health risks to inhabitants. This is especially true for children, who may be more susceptible to […]
February 20, 2015
Aftermath has been assisting Funeral Directors across the country and the families they work with for more than 19 years. Aftermath is deeply committed to assisting families who are stunned by tragedies in their homes. When the unthinkable events occur, one of the last things families think to ask is… “Who will help me clean […]
February 19, 2015
While technology may have changed drastically in the past decades, forensic analysis has been around for some time. These methods have allowed medical professionals and law enforcement a greater insight into what happens after death, which is essential for solving crimes and tracking down criminals. The following is a brief history of forensic science, as […]
February 12, 2015
Hoarding is a complicated yet fascinating mental disorder to many people, resulting in a number of interesting character studies related to the affliction. While most hoarders are hardly infamous, the following people found a certain notoriety thanks to their inability to keep clutter at bay. Edith Bouvier Beale and Edith Ewing Bouvier Proving that even […]
February 10, 2015
According to the 1993 Chemical Weapons Convention, tear gas is prohibited from use during times of war. The reasons for this spanned from the agent being mistaken for deadlier compounds (such as sarin gas), as well as concerns about the damaging physical effects tear gas can have on people. Despite this pronouncement, tear gas is […]
February 6, 2015
While the havoc hoarding wreaks on a home’s inhabitants is quite well-known, very few are aware of all the ways these behaviors can impact the surrounding community. From neighbors to first responders, serious hoarding problems can lead to far-reaching effects. While the definition of hoarding may be hard to pin down, what is certain is […]
February 3, 2015
With roots in the Latin word exhumare (literally translated to ‘out of the ground’), exhumation is the process of unearthing buried human remains for any number of reasons. While this practice is rather uncommon, it can be a crucial undertaking in cases of criminal investigations, as well as situations where family members wish for an […]
January 26, 2015
Murder, suicide, dramatic plane crashes. The lives of many of history’s most interesting characters often end on equally intriguing if not sad notes. The one thing these four well-known people had in common was that each of their deaths left us with many unanswered questions…including whether or not they actually died! Amelia Earhart Before Amelia […]
January 23, 2015
The process of death concerns both physical and spiritual aspects. As morbid as it seems, death is a natural part of the life cycle. As a result, every culture and civilization maintains beliefs on what should be done with physical remains upon a person’s demise. Such beliefs range from practical matters (such as proper disposal […]