http://www.whyy.org/voices?rss Voices in the Family features thoughtful discussions dealing with the many aspects of personality, psychology, and inter-personal relationships. Dan Gottlieb Ph.D, host of Voices in the Family, is a family therapist in private practice. He is a nationally recognized lecturer in the field of mental health, and a columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Includes mp3 enclosure. http://www.whyy.org/graphics/homepage/voices.jpg http://www.whyy.org/voices?rss 100 80 en-us Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:23:00 EST Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:23:00 EST Copyright 2012 WHYY webmaster@whyy.org WHYY Public Radio No http://www.whyy.org/voices?rss While stepfamilies are the fastest growing family form in the United States, building positive relationships in a stepfamily takes time and can be complicated. There are roles and rules that need to be defined. Sometimes there's competition for attention, a history of rituals, or emotional residue that involves an ex. With time and proper guidance, there are ways of dealing effectively with these issues, and stepfamilies can forge intra-family relationships that are lasting. On the next Voices in the Family with Dr. Dan Gottlieb: what helps stepfamilies that are having a hard time coming together? Dan will be joined by Scott Browning, Ph.D. He's written Stepfamily Therapy: A 10 Step Clinical Approach with coauthor Elise Artelt (2012). Browning is a noted authority on psychological treatment with stepfamilies. He's a professor of psychology at Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:22:00 EST 51:45 While stepfamilies are the fastest growing family form in the United States, building positive relationships in a stepfamily takes time and can be complicated. There are roles and rules that need to be defined. Sometimes there's competition for attention, a history of rituals, or emotional residue that involves an ex. With time and proper guidance, there are ways of dealing effectively with these issues, and stepfamilies can forge intra-family relationships that are lasting. On the next Voices in the Family with Dr. Dan Gottlieb: what helps stepfamilies that are having a hard time coming together? Dan will be joined by Scott Browning, Ph.D. He's written Stepfamily Therapy: A 10 Step Clinical Approach with coauthor Elise Artelt (2012). Browning is a noted authority on psychological treatment with stepfamilies. He's a professor of psychology at Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia. http://www.whyy.org/podcast/voices20120130.mp3 http://www.whyy.org/voices?rss It may not be a term you throw around very often or give much thought to, but social capital figures prominently in our lives. It's there when we attend a gallery opening... exercise with neighbors... call an old friend...or volunteer at the local library. Social capital refers to the social structures we build to seek the things we value. Family life, time spent with friends and co-workers, and volunteer activities are all sources of social capital. They're connections we make that are vital to one's sense of well-being. While many think we have less social capital than ever before, research tells us it's still there; and while it is shifting a bit, it's not in danger of being depleted or in need of a bail out. On the next Voices in the Family with Dan Gottlieb: social capital as the currency that enhances our quality of life. We'll discuss recent trends and ways to cultivate connections to strengthen communities and -- in the process - ourselves. Dan's guests include Brian Jones, PhD., and Jody Horntvedt, M.Ed. Brian Jones is a professor of sociology at Villanova University. His book Social Capital in America: Counting Buried Treasure (2010) is now out in paperback. Jody Horntvedt is a Community Vitality Leadership and Civic Engagement Educator at the University of Minnesota Extension. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:22:00 EST 51:45 It may not be a term you throw around very often or give much thought to, but social capital figures prominently in our lives. It's there when we attend a gallery opening... exercise with neighbors... call an old friend...or volunteer at the local library. Social capital refers to the social structures we build to seek the things we value. Family life, time spent with friends and co-workers, and volunteer activities are all sources of social capital. They're connections we make that are vital to one's sense of well-being. While many think we have less social capital than ever before, research tells us it's still there; and while it is shifting a bit, it's not in danger of being depleted or in need of a bail out. On the next Voices in the Family with Dan Gottlieb: social capital as the currency that enhances our quality of life. We'll discuss recent trends and ways to cultivate connections to strengthen communities and -- in the process - ourselves. Dan's guests include Brian Jones, PhD., and Jody Horntvedt, M.Ed. Brian Jones is a professor of sociology at Villanova University. His book Social Capital in America: Counting Buried Treasure (2010) is now out in paperback. Jody Horntvedt is a Community Vitality Leadership and Civic Engagement Educator at the University of Minnesota Extension. http://www.whyy.org/podcast/voices20120123.mp3 http://www.whyy.org/voices?rss What do you want for your life? Many of us choose one path, then want another. Perhaps something that's more creative, altruistic, or legacy making. Making this switch can be scary and complex; but by digging deeply, we can gain clarity and confidence -- and ultimately a new purpose. On the next Voices in the Family with Dan Gottlieb: transitioning...seriously looking at what's next at any stage in life. Dan will be joined by Jonathan Adler, Ph.D., Nancy Schlossberg, Ph.D., and Vicki Solot. Jonathan Adler is a clinical psychologist and assistant professor of psychology at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering. He researches the ways in which the process of responding to challenges fuels identity development and well-being. He is a contributor to The World Book of Happiness, writing about creating one's story in light of our past, present, and future selves. Nancy Schlossberg is a Professor Emeritus at University of Maryland who's written extensively about transitions and retirement. Vicki Solot has just finished her term as president and artistic director of First Person Arts in Philadelphia. She'll share her thoughts about exploring a question she's been asking herself lately, "What's next?" To learn more about West African Medicine and Education, the not for profit charity mentioned on today's program, go to www.westafricamedicine.org Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:22:00 EST 51:45 What do you want for your life? Many of us choose one path, then want another. Perhaps something that's more creative, altruistic, or legacy making. Making this switch can be scary and complex; but by digging deeply, we can gain clarity and confidence -- and ultimately a new purpose. On the next Voices in the Family with Dan Gottlieb: transitioning...seriously looking at what's next at any stage in life. Dan will be joined by Jonathan Adler, Ph.D., Nancy Schlossberg, Ph.D., and Vicki Solot. Jonathan Adler is a clinical psychologist and assistant professor of psychology at Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering. He researches the ways in which the process of responding to challenges fuels identity development and well-being. He is a contributor to The World Book of Happiness, writing about creating one's story in light of our past, present, and future selves. Nancy Schlossberg is a Professor Emeritus at University of Maryland who's written extensively about transitions and retirement. Vicki Solot has just finished her term as president and artistic director of First Person Arts in Philadelphia. She'll share her thoughts about exploring a question she's been asking herself lately, "What's next?" To learn more about West African Medicine and Education, the not for profit charity mentioned on today's program, go to www.westafricamedicine.org http://www.whyy.org/podcast/voices20120109.mp3