We find out why swearing can be a good response in some cases, and why certain types of words are considered strong language across different languages and cultures. And we learn about an innovative program in Milwaukee that helps young people avoid conflict and confrontation. Swearing may not be considered polite, but it may be a more important part of our language and culture than we realize. A professor of cognitive science explains what we can learn about ourselves, and our brains, by studying swearing. A Marquette University program that helps students with behavioral problems is credited with dramatically reducing the number of suspensions at several Milwaukee alternative schools. Last year, more than 90 percent of students in the Peace Works program decreased their suspensions compared to their previous school. More than three-quarters of the students had no suspensions at all after a year in the program. The Peace Works coordinator explains how the program is working. Wisconsin Public Radio, © Copyright 2024, Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.