Violence in Today's School Workplace (PDF)

Dr. Diane H. Williamson earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Tulsa, and holds a Doctor of Education from Oklahoma State University. She completed postdoctoral training at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine; Forest Institute of Psychology; the Menninger Clinic; New England Medical Center; and the Neurological Center in Dallas. Her major areas of professional training include human development and neuro-psychology. Her professional interests include human development and the effects of brain functions on learning and behavior. Dr. Williamson is a member ofthe American Psychological Association, and a board member of the Tulsa Chapter ofthe National Association for Mental Illness. Dr. Williamson has worked as a special education teacher and consultant for Tulsa Public Schools. She taught at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and at Langston University in Tulsa. She also consults with hospitals and social service agencies in the Tulsa area. Dr. Williamson is deeply committed to the challenge presented by today's disturbed youth -both in a pressure-packed school or domestic environment. Her involvement in -and resolution of-thousands of such cases qualifies her as an extraordinary author. She provides both a causal background as to the progression of these disturbed personalities, and what steps are necessary to prevent them, or at least be more alert to their danger signs. David E. Strecker, J.D., M.I.L.R. is the 1995 founder and Managing Partner of Strecker & Associates, P.C., Tulsa, Oklahoma. Mr. Strecker has over 30 years experience in the litigation field. Strecker & Associates' exclusive practice in labor and employment law has given the firm wide recognition and praise in Oklahoma and neighboring states. It is known as one of the most sophisticated, substantial employment law practices in the entire region. He received his Law Degree (cum laude) and Masters of Industrial Labor Relations Degree from Cornell University.