The psychological and emotional toll brought about by hostile actions can lead to harmful outcomes for both adults and children, according to Sturgeon Bay Psychologist Dr. Dennis White.  White says there appears to be a rise in rude, uncivil behavior in public and private life.  He says uncivil actions can be very destructive.

Dr. White suggests following the nine steps set forward by the Door County Civility Project in regulating our conduct.

You can listen to Dr. White’s entire Mental Health Minute on civility below.