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Paris Hilton says she was abused as teen at Utah school | AP News

Associated Press • Feb 8, 2021

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Media personality Paris Hilton shared public testimony detailing experiences of abuse while attending a residential facility as a teenager in Utah. Her statements contributed to broader public awareness regarding institutional practices within the troubled teen industry.

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Paris Hilton Testifies About Utah Youth Treatment Centers (2021-02-07)

KSL.com • Feb 7, 2021

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Documents detail use of sedative on Oregon foster child at youth facility in Utah

Jessica Miller • The Salt Lake Tribune • Feb 6, 2021

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Public records obtained by Oregon officials describe a 14-year-old foster child with an intellectual disability who was restrained physically nearly 30 times, placed in seclusion, and administered chemical restraints 17 times while at Provo Canyon School in Utah. The documentation prompted an investigation, the child's removal to Oregon, and legislative efforts in Utah to limit the use of restraints and seclusion in youth treatment facilities.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Universal Health Services

Key Figures: Tim Marshall

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State Records Detail Frequent Restraint and Sedation of a 14-Year-Old at Provo Canyon School

Jessica Miller Schreifels • The Salt Lake Tribune • Feb 4, 2021

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Public records revealed that Provo Canyon School frequently subjected a 14-year-old girl in foster care to physical restraints, peer violence, seclusion, and chemical restraints via intramuscular injections over a three-month period in 2019. The case prompted Oregon officials to withdraw all foster children from out-of-state facilities and inspired proposed Utah legislation to restrict chemical and physical restraints at youth residential treatment centers.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Universal Health Services, Red Rock Canyon School

Key Figures: Tim Marshall

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Utah Troubled‑Teen Centers Use Sedatives, Raising Oversight Concerns

Jessica Miller • The Salt Lake Tribune • Feb 4, 2021

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A 14‑year‑old girl with an intellectual and developmental disability was subjected to repeated physical restraints, seclusion, and sedative injections while staying at Provo Canyon School in Utah. Oregon child‑welfare officials investigated the treatment, citing concerns about chemical restraints and physical abuse, and subsequently removed the girl from the facility. The case has prompted legislative proposals to limit restraints and increase oversight of Utah’s troubled‑teen centers.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Universal Health Services, Red Rock Canyon School

Key Figures: Sara Gelser, Mike McKell, Tim Marshall

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State Documents Allege Use of Chemical Restraints and Seclusion at Provo Canyon School

Valerie Edwards • Daily Mail • Feb 4, 2021

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State documents and public disclosures revealed that Provo Canyon School allegedly utilized chemical restraints and physical seclusion on residents, including a 14-year-old foster care youth who was administered sedatives numerous times over a three-month period. The facility faced renewed scrutiny alongside legislative efforts in Utah to restrict the use of restraints and isolation in youth residential centers.

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Utah Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Increase Regulation of Youth Residential Treatment Centers

David Fuchs • KUER News / The Salt Lake Tribune • Jan 25, 2021

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Utah Senator Mike McKell introduced SB127 to increase regulation of youth residential treatment centers, proposing stricter oversight on physical restraints, seclusion, and medication administration. The legislation follows increased advocacy and scrutiny from former residents and survivor groups regarding facility practices and transparency.

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Paris Hilton shares photos reflecting her experience at Provo Canyon School

Sarah Abraham • Daily Mail • Jan 21, 2021

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Paris Hilton posted photographs taken after she left Provo Canyon School, a Utah-based residential program, and described the experience as physically and emotionally abusive, including solitary confinement and sexual misconduct. She stated that the images show the lingering trauma and expressed a desire to use her platform to prevent similar abuse of other youths.

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New York Man Charged Following Communications to Utah Lawmakers Regarding Provo Canyon School

Jessica Miller • The Salt Lake Tribune • Dec 12, 2020

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A former resident of Provo Canyon School was charged with multiple felony counts of terroristic threats after sending threatening emails to two Utah legislators. The individual stated the communications were sent out of frustration regarding a lack of investigation into historical allegations of sexual abuse and institutional practices at the facility.

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New York Man Charged with Threatening Utah Lawmakers Over Provo Canyon School Grievances

Pat Reavy • Deseret News • Dec 11, 2020

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A New York man and former resident of Provo Canyon School was arrested and charged with making terroristic threats after sending death threats and violent messages to Utah lawmakers demanding legal action against the facility. The suspect, who reported experiencing physical and sexual abuse while housed at the institution, was located in New York and placed under psychiatric evaluation following the issuance of an arrest warrant.

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Paris Hilton still fighting Provo Canyon School after 'This Is Paris'

Hannah Yasharoff • USA TODAY • Dec 10, 2020

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Paris Hilton alleges that during her 11 months at Provo Canyon School she experienced verbal, emotional and physical abuse, resulting in anxiety, insomnia and trust issues. The school has denied the allegations, citing a change in management in 2000. Hilton and other survivors have formed a database to collect testimonies and are advocating for legislative and regulatory reforms.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School

Key Figures: Rebecca Mellinger, Jen Robison

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Troubled Teen Schools Under Fire For Abuse

Ben Hamill • GamingPost.ca • Nov 26, 2020

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The article reports allegations of abuse and neglect at the Provo Canyon residential treatment center for troubled teens, citing survivor accounts from Juli-Ann Aaron and Paris Hilton. It notes claims of punitive medication, unsanitary living conditions, and a lack of federal oversight of such facilities.

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Allegations of Abuse at U.S. Troubled‑Teen Boarding Schools Involving Canadian Teens

Samantha Beattie • HuffPost Canada • Nov 22, 2020

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The article reports allegations of physical restraint, solitary confinement, and sexual misconduct at several U.S. troubled‑teen boarding schools that housed Canadian teenagers. Survivors describe harsh punishments, forced medication, and isolation, and the facilities have faced legal and regulatory scrutiny. The piece highlights gaps in oversight and the impact on the survivors’ mental health.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, CEDU Educational Services, Boulder Creek Academy, Ascent Wilderness Program, New Haven Residential Treatment Centre, Copper Hills Youth Center, Red Rock Canyon School, Lakeside Academy, Pine River Institute, Universal Health Services

Key Figures: Jason Calder, John Stewart, Tai Komanec, Sarah Golightley, Kim Snow

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Scandal Highlights Systemic Abuse at Teen Behavioral Centers

allenandallen.com • Nov 12, 2020

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The article reports allegations of systemic abuse occurring at teen behavioral centers, describing patterns of misconduct and oversight failures.

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Paris Hilton’s Documentarian Reveals What Shocked Her the Most While Making ‘I Am Paris’

Gina Ragusa • Showbiz Cheat Sheet • Oct 14, 2020

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The article reports on director Alexandra Dean's observations while filming the documentary "I Am Paris," noting Hilton's personality differences on‑camera versus in person. Dean describes Hilton's demeanor as childlike and contrasts it with her sister Nicky's more grounded presence.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Amazon Prime Video

Key Figures: Alexandra Dean, Paris Hilton

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Paris Hilton Advocates for Reform of Troubled Teen Programs

Rosemary Donahue • Allure • Oct 13, 2020

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Paris Hilton, a survivor of a troubled teen residential program, discusses her experiences in the documentary "This Is Paris" and calls for reform of the industry. The article details allegations of solitary confinement and other punitive practices at Provo Canyon School, and highlights the broader movement of survivors sharing their stories. It also notes legislative efforts and support networks aimed at addressing systemic issues in these programs.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School

Key Figures: Alexandra Dean, Rebecca Mellinger, Jen Robison, Keri Ingle, Sara Gelser, Clara Hendler

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Paris Hilton Calls for Accountability at Universal Health Services Facilities

CCHR International • CCHR International • Oct 13, 2020

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Paris Hilton publicly criticized Universal Health Services and related teen behavioral facilities, citing personal experiences of forced medication, solitary confinement, and physical abuse. The article documents multiple allegations of physical restraint, sexual misconduct, and deaths across several for‑profit treatment centers, and references ongoing investigations, settlements, and calls for increased oversight.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Provo Canyon behavioral school, Universal Health Services (UHS), Charter Behavioral Health, National Deaf Academy, Milton Girls’ Juvenile Residential Facility, Rock River Academy & Residential Center, Timberlawn behavioral hospital, The BridgeWay (North Little Rock, Arkansas), Brown School’s San Antonio treatment center, Shadow Mountain psychiatric hospital, Turning Point behavioral facility

Key Figures: James Miller (former chief executive, Timberlawn), Megan Duffany (psychiatric hospital worker, charged with involuntary manslaughter), David Wright (Deputy Regional Administrator, CMS), David Utter (Attorney, Southern Poverty Law Center)

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Paris Hilton leads protest against Provo Canyon School

Kaela Cleary • The Daily Universe • Oct 12, 2020

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Paris Hilton led a protest outside Provo Canyon School in Provo, Utah, alleging physical and mental abuse during her teenage years. She released the documentary "This is Paris" and joined other survivors to demand the facility’s closure and reforms in the residential treatment industry. The school denies the allegations and cites regulatory oversight.

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Paris Hilton Leads Protest Calling for Closure of Utah Boarding School

Brady McCombs and Lindsay Whitehurst • WDBJ7 • Oct 11, 2020

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Paris Hilton organized a protest outside Provo Canyon School in Utah, joined by numerous other survivors advocating for the closure of the facility and similar residential programs. Hilton publicly alleged that she experienced physical and mental mistreatment by staff while enrolled at the school as a teenager. The institution's current administration stated they could not comment on events preceding current ownership.

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‘It’s What I’ve Been Waiting 30 Years For:’ Survivors Of Abuse In Troubled Teen Facilities March On Provo Canyon School

David Fuchs • KUER • Oct 11, 2020

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More than 100 survivors gathered in Provo, Utah, to march and call for the closure of Provo Canyon School and broader reform of troubled‑teen programs. Participants shared allegations of physical and chemical restraint, forced medical procedures, and suicides linked to their experiences, while urging increased oversight and regulation.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Straight, Inc., Universal Health Services, Aspen Education Group

Key Figures: Universal Health Services (owner), executive at Straight, Inc. (unnamed)

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Paris Hilton calls for closure of Utah boarding school – video

AP • The Guardian • Oct 10, 2020

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Paris Hilton, a public figure, has alleged that she experienced abuse while attending Provo Canyon School, a boarding school for troubled youths in Utah. She organized a protest with other survivors to demand the school's closure. The allegations focus on staff misconduct and the safety of students.

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Paris Hilton Organizes Protest Calling for Closure of Provo Canyon School

Associated Press • TODAY • Oct 10, 2020

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Reality television star Paris Hilton organized a public protest in Provo, Utah, calling for the closure of Provo Canyon School. Hilton and other participants alleged that they experienced physical, verbal, and emotional abuse while enrolled at the facility as teenagers.

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Paris Hilton leads protest calling for closure of Utah school

Jessica Glenza and Associated Press • The Guardian • Oct 10, 2020

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Paris Hilton organized a protest near Provo Canyon School in Utah, urging the closure of the for‑profit boarding facility after alleging she experienced verbal, emotional and physical abuse there. The demonstration included other survivors who described practices such as physical and chemical restraint, isolation, and humiliating punishments.

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Paris Hilton says she's 'blown away' by the support she received after her Utah protest

ASSOCIATED PRESS and BRIAN MARKS and MAXINE SHEN • Daily Mail • Oct 10, 2020

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Public figure Paris Hilton led a protest in Provo, Utah, calling for the closure of Provo Canyon School, a residential facility where she and other survivors allege they experienced physical, emotional, and verbal mistreatment during their youth. The demonstration followed the release of a documentary detailing the participants' experiences in the troubled teen industry.

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Paris Hilton Leads Protest Advocating for Closure of Provo Canyon School

Associated Press • Nine.com.au • Oct 10, 2020

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Paris Hilton organized a public protest outside Provo Canyon School in Utah, calling for its closure and advocating against alleged systemic mistreatment within the youth residential care industry. Hilton and other participants alleged that they experienced verbal, emotional, and physical abuse during their time as students at such facilities.

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Paris Hilton to Protest Provo Canyon School Over Alleged Abuse

Emily Kirkpatrick • Vanity Fair • Oct 9, 2020

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Paris Hilton announced a protest against Provo Canyon School, citing physical, psychological, and emotional abuse experienced during her time there. She and other survivors plan to picket the school to prevent similar experiences for other children. The school responded by stating it does not condone abuse and reports incidents to authorities.

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Paris Hilton leads protest to close Provo Canyon School

Ryne Williams • Daily Herald • Oct 9, 2020

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Paris Hilton organized a protest outside Provo Canyon School, calling for its shutdown and citing personal experiences of abuse. The petition she started has gathered over 125,000 signatures, and she described daily physical, psychological, and emotional mistreatment during her time at the facility.

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Paris Hilton protest calls for closure of Utah school

Brady McCombs and Lindsay Whitehurst • Associated Press • Oct 9, 2020

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Paris Hilton and other individuals organized a protest near Provo Canyon School, calling for the facility's closure and highlighting alleged abuse experienced there. The protest referenced a documentary and emphasized survivor testimony regarding physical, chemical, and seclusion practices at the school.

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Paris Hilton, other former students rally for change at 'abusive' Provo school

Hayley Crombleholme • KUTV • Oct 9, 2020

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Paris Hilton and approximately 100 survivors and supporters gathered in Provo, Utah, to call for increased regulation and oversight of Provo Canyon School. The survivors described experiences of physical, verbal, emotional, and psychological abuse while the school issued a statement noting its current program and acknowledging past criticisms.

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Paris Hilton starts petition against former school for alleged abuse

Casey DelBasso • Good Morning America • Oct 9, 2020

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Public figure Paris Hilton initiated a petition targeting a former boarding school following the release of a documentary detailing allegations of institutional abuse. The advocacy effort follows public disclosures regarding experiences of mistreatment during her enrollment.

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Paris Hilton leads rally against Provo Canyon School

Jessica Miller • The Salt Lake Tribune • Oct 9, 2020

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On October 9, 2020, Paris Hilton and other survivors gathered in Provo, Utah to protest the operation of Provo Canyon School, a residential treatment center they allege subjected them to abuse. Participants reported experiences such as physical restraint, overmedication, isolation, and sexual misconduct, and called for the facility’s closure and increased federal oversight of the troubled‑teen industry.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Logan River Academy

Key Figures: Adam McClain

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Paris Hilton reveals details of troubled past in documentary

Alicia Powell • Reuters • Oct 7, 2020

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In a documentary film, media personality Paris Hilton alleged that she experienced mental and physical abuse, periods of isolation, and the administration of unknown medications while placed at the Provo Canyon School as a teenager. Representatives for the facility stated that current management could not comment on operations prior to an ownership change in August 2000.

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Alternative Press Magazine • Oct 7, 2020

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The requested article was not found on the publication's website as the URL returned a 404 error.

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Kat Von D Alleges Abuse During Teenage Placement at Utah Boarding School

Naledi Ushe • Fox News • Oct 6, 2020

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Tattoo artist Kat Von D published a video detailing alleged traumatic experiences and abusive protocols during a six-month placement at Provo Canyon School in Utah as a teenager. The disclosure followed the release of a documentary featuring similar allegations by Paris Hilton regarding the same facility. Program representatives stated they could not comment on operations prior to a 2000 ownership change.

Facilities: Turn-About Ranch, Provo Canyon School

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Kat Von D Details Experience at Provo Canyon School Following Paris Hilton Disclosures

Georgia Slater • PEOPLE • Oct 6, 2020

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Tattoo artist Kat Von D publicly shared her experience as a former student at Provo Canyon School, stating that she spent six months at the facility during her adolescence resulting in ongoing trauma. She detailed practices including involuntary transport, medication force-feeding, and restrictive conditions. Her statement followed similar public disclosures by media personality Paris Hilton regarding institutional practices at the same boarding school.

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Kat Von D describes her experience at Provo Canyon School

Amanda Krause • Insider • Oct 6, 2020

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Kat Von D disclosed that she was placed at Provo Canyon School at age 15 and described experiences including forced strip searches, head shaving, and threats of handcuffing. She reported lasting psychological effects such as PTSD and subsequent substance‑use challenges, and referenced similar allegations made by Paris Hilton about the same facility.

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Disability Rights Organization To Investigate Utah’s Youth Residential Treatment Facilities | KUER

David Fuchs • KUER 90.1 • Oct 6, 2020

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The Disability Law Center has launched a formal investigation into Utah's youth residential treatment facilities following increased public scrutiny and an incident at Red Rock Canyon School. The inquiry aims to evaluate conditions and practices across approximately 100 private behavioral treatment programs operating in the state.

Facilities: Red Rock Canyon School, Provo Canyon School

Key Figures: Craig Blake, Heather Barnum

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Paris Jackson voices support for Paris Hilton as she reveals she was diagnosed with PTSD

KELLIE CHUDZINSKI FOR DAILYMAIL.COM • Daily Mail Online UK • Oct 3, 2020

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Paris Jackson publicly supported Paris Hilton after Hilton disclosed abuse at Provo Canyon School. Jackson shared that she attended a similar behavior modification boarding school and was diagnosed with PTSD. Both survivors highlighted ongoing trauma and called for the school’s closure.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Universal Health Services

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Paris Hilton Campaigns for Closure of Provo Canyon School Amid Allegations of Institutional Abuse

Jessica Miller Schreifels • The Salt Lake Tribune • Sep 30, 2020

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Public figure and former resident Paris Hilton launched a petition to close Provo Canyon School following the release of a documentary detailing her experiences at the facility. Hilton and multiple former students reported instances of physical restraint, chemical sedation, isolation, and emotional mistreatment during their stays at the residential treatment center.

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Paris Hilton takes to Change.org calling out Provo Canyon School

Emma Johnson • ABC4 Utah • Sep 30, 2020

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Paris Hilton launched a Change.org petition alleging she experienced institutional child abuse while attending Provo Canyon School, a residential treatment center in Utah. The petition calls for the school's closure and references a documentary she released describing her experiences. Provo Canyon School responded that it reports any alleged abuse to authorities and emphasizes its commitment to care.

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Paris Hilton Campaigns for Closure of Provo Canyon School Following Allegations

Suzy Weiss • New York Post • Sep 30, 2020

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Public figure Paris Hilton has launched a campaign calling for the closure of Provo Canyon School and broader industry reform following the release of her documentary. Hilton alleges that she experienced physical force, isolation, and forced medication during her time as a student at the facility in 1999. Representatives for the school have denied responsibility for the allegations, citing a change in ownership in 2000.

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Inside the troubled‑teen industry exposed by Paris Hilton

Dana Kennedy • New York Post • Sep 30, 2020

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Paris Hilton's documentary alleges that she and other former residents experienced physical restraints, chemical restraints, and prolonged isolation while enrolled at Provo Canyon School and related facilities. Former students describe punitive practices, forced medication, and limited parental contact, prompting calls for increased oversight of for‑profit residential programs.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, CEDU (Running Springs, California), Universal Health Services

Key Figures: Randolph Roye, Megan Hamblin

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YouTube’s ‘This Is Paris’ Documentary Focuses On The Wrong Subject

Dani Di Placido • Forbes • Sep 28, 2020

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The Forbes article discusses the YouTube documentary 'This Is Paris', which includes Paris Hilton's account of verbal, emotional, and sexual abuse experienced at boarding schools such as Provo Canyon School. The piece highlights the broader troubled‑teen industry and notes that many other survivors receive limited coverage.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, YouTube

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Discussion on Oversight and Alleged Abuse in Utah's Residential Treatment Industry

Sara Weber • The Salt Lake Tribune • Sep 24, 2020

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This episode of 'Trib Talk' discusses Utah's residential youth treatment industry following public allegations of institutional abuse made by Paris Hilton. Representatives from advocacy organizations discuss how inadequate regulatory oversight contributes to reports of harm within for-profit therapeutic programs.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Breaking Code Silence

Key Figures: Jessica Miller, Jen Robison, Jeni Fitzgibbon, Sara Weber

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Documentary 'This is Paris' Highlights Institutional Trauma and Survivor Advocacy

Skyler Graham • The Chronicle • Sep 24, 2020

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The documentary "This is Paris" features public figures discussing institutional abuse experienced during adolescence at Provo Canyon School. The film highlights accounts of physical force, seclusion, and psychological trauma endured by residents while enrolled at the behavioral health facility.

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Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore Both Spent Time in Solitary Confinement as Teens

Emily Kirkpatrick • Vanity Fair • Sep 22, 2020

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Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore disclosed that they each spent extended periods in solitary confinement while attending a Utah boarding school as teenagers. Hilton linked the experience to ongoing trust issues and PTSD, while Barrymore described it as a response to her behavior at the time and stated it contributed to her recovery. The discussion occurred during an episode of The Drew Barrymore Show and referenced Hilton's documentary "This Is Paris."

Facilities: Provo Canyon School, Utah boarding school (unspecified), The Drew Barrymore Show, This Is Paris (documentary)

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Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore Discuss Shared Experiences in Youth Residential Facilities

Natalie Morin • Refinery29 • Sep 22, 2020

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During an interview on a talk show, media personalities Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore discussed their shared experiences as adolescents subjected to involuntary placement in youth residential facilities. Hilton referenced her documentary, detailing institutional practices at Provo Canyon School, while Barrymore shared her own history of institutionalization and prolonged seclusion.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School

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Paris Hilton, Drew Barrymore discuss being placed in solitary confinement as teens

Nate Day • Fox News • Sep 21, 2020

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Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore discuss their experiences of being placed in solitary confinement during their teenage years at Provo Canyon School in Utah. Both describe the alleged abuse and its lasting impact, including nightmares and trust issues. The article focuses on their personal accounts rather than institutional investigations.

Facilities: Turn-About Ranch, Provo Canyon School

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Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore discuss experiences at Provo Canyon School

Cydney Henderson • USA TODAY • Sep 21, 2020

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Paris Hilton and Drew Barrymore discussed their experiences at Provo Canyon School, a Utah boarding school for troubled teens, during an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show. Hilton alleged that she was subjected to physical abuse, forced medication, and solitary confinement while attending the school. Barrymore shared that she also experienced solitary confinement and described the institution as having helped her, noting that she had been placed there for substance abuse issues.

Facilities: Provo Canyon School

Key Figures: Adam McLain

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Paris Hilton Discusses Alleged Abuse at Utah Boarding School in Interview

CBS New York • Sep 21, 2020

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In a television interview, public figure Paris Hilton discussed allegations of physical, emotional, and verbal abuse experienced during her enrollment at Provo Canyon School in Utah. Hilton reported enduring physical force, administration of unknown medications, and placement in isolation while attending the facility as a teenager.

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