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Past programs - February 1999

2/01/99
Male Depression

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Each year, millions of men and women experience episodes of depression. An while the disorder is very treatable, less than one in five people suffering get help. This is especially true for men. Experts suggest that men, feeling that depression is a sign of weakness or 'unmanliness' hide the disorder from their families and friends, and even from themselves. Attempts to escape depression might fuel many of the problems we think of as typically male; workaholism, alcoholism, abusive behavior, and rage. Our guest will be family therapist Terrence Real, who has written a ground-breaking book on male depression, "I Don't Want To Talk About It." We'll also be joined by family therapist Kevin Roth, who has been involved in organizing a "Men's Gathering" for the past three years. Here, men are invited to learn how to open up to other men, to share their problems and frustrations, and to learn how to deal with them in a constructive manner.

2/8/99
Love and Aging

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George Sand has written " It is a mistake to regard age as a downhill grade toward dissolution. The reverse is true. As one grows older, one climbs with surprising strides." Many seniors today report that they have found a new lease on life in older age. They have discovered new interests, new friends, new talents, and oftentimes, a more passionate and intimate love life.
It is WHYY's love week, and while love is in the air everywhere, and we prepare for Valentine's Day, Voices in the Family takes a look at love in older age. We'll speak to psychiatrist Dr. Robert Butler, author of "Love and Sex after 60," and find out out existing relationships change in older age, and how new relationships differ. We'll also be joined by relationship and sex therapist Dr. Karen Brash to discuss the physical aspects of love and age.
Finally, we'll be joined by the author of an interesting new book called "Elders on Love." In it, several older Americans share their wisdom and experiences in matters of the heart. If you have never considered getting relationship advice from an older person, you will be surprised. So don't miss this very special and lovely edition of Voices in the Family!

2/15/99
Obesity

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Forty million adult Americans weigh more than twenty percent above their desirable weight, and the prevalence of obesity is increasing in all age groups.
Obesity has multiple causes, its development is a complex interaction between genetic, psychological, socioeconomic and cultural factors. On this edition of Voices in the Family, Dr. Dan Gottlieb will explore the causes of obesity and the associated stigma, shame, and emotional pain.
We'll be joined by psychiatrist Dr. Gerald Hanson, director of the Family Practice Residency Program at the Abington Memorial Hospital. We'll also be joined by one of his clients, a woman who is in counseling for obesity, and whose sister recently died from obesity.

2/22/99
Creating Financial Harmony

Over fifty percent of all couples filing for divorce in this country report that money was the major cause for their break-up. Of course, it wasn't money per se, but rather the lack of it, or the disputes over how to spend it.
In relationships, money can become a constant source of discord, as money often determines control not only over the budget, but also over other life decisions. Financial worries can lead to extreme anxiety, can turn us into misers or workaholics, and some people never feel safe no matter how much money they have. Overspending, on the other hand, drives people into debt and oftentimes desperation, and many have to join the growing numbers of Americans filing for bankruptcy every year.
Others simply chose not to deal with financial problems. Research concerning the problems surrounding social security has shown that while Americans are very aware of the existing problems, they chose not to do anything to secure their own retirement funds.
So how can we create financial stability and harmony in our lives, and make sure money doesn't ruin our relationships, careers, or friendships? We'll be joined by family therapist and nationally known author Olivia Mellan, she is the author of " Overcoming Overspending," and "Money Harmony."
This is our fundraiser edition of Voices in the Family, and while the good advice from Dr. Gottlieb is priceless, you can show your support for WHYY and Voices in the Family by pledging during our program.