Ep. 1994 - The Good News with Angie Austin - Dr. Melissa Merrick, Child Abuse Prevention

Host Angie Austin explores paradigm shifts and community support in this episode of *The Good News*. First, author and investment broker Jim Stovall breaks down his *Winner's Wisdom* column topic "Upside-Down Thinking," discussing how major technological shifts—from color television to the invention of the elevator and streaming media—reframe our view of progress and future potential. Then, Dr. Melissa T. Merrick, President and CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America, discusses how supporting parents during high-stress periods like the back-to-school season strengthens communities, lowers economic costs, and builds long-term resilience for families.