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Past programs - June 1999

6/7/99
Reinventing Ourselves after Motherhood

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We always talk about how parents influence their children, but what's not talked about is how children change their parents lives - and especially the lives of mothers.
For most women, motherhood means changes in careers, intimate relationships, and even identities. Our guest will be Susan E. Lewis, a career woman who traded a demanding Wall Street position for motherhood and a writing career. She is the author of "Reinventing Ourselves after Motherhood." We'll also be joined by Dr. Harriet Lerner, author of "The Mother Dance."

6/14/99
Fatherhood

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As we celebrate Father's Day, Voices in the Family will examine fatherhood as an opportunity for growth and fulfillment. Our guest is Dr. Aaron Hass, author of "The Gift of Fatherhood." He argues that fathers who take an active role in their children's lives will have more self-confidence, and feel happier and more fulfilled.
We will also discuss what responsible fatherhood means, and how communities, schools, social service agencies and religious and spiritual centers can get involved in helping fathers to connect and to stay connected with their children.

6/21/99
Life Behind Bars

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Voices in the Family will take an in-depth look at life in prison. We will visit local prisoners and talk about their struggles and fears, as well as their hopes for the future. What happens to the families of incarcerated people, and what lessons, if any, can be learned in prison?
Many prisoners suffer from drug addictions, and the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center offers the "Options Program" for a small portion of the inmates. Here, prisoners receive comprehensive drug addictions treatment and life skills counseling. We'll talk to prisoners in the "Options Program," and their counselors. We will also discuss the factors that contribute to rehabilitation, and examine why so many ex-convicts, despite having the best intentions, turn back to crime after they have been released. We will also be joined in the studio by a therapist who works with prisoners and their families.

6/28/99
Cherishing Heritage

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It is WHYY's heritage week, and Voices in the Family will discuss the psychological implications of immigration. We'll talk to first-generation immigrants about their struggles, and ask them how they and their families have changed since they came to America. We'll also take a look at families who adopted a child from another country. Are those children being robbed of their heritage, or can the parents find a balance between teaching them about their heritage of origin, and the new traditions and customs they will have to learn.