International adoption has plummeted by over 80% since its peak in 2004, leaving countless children in orphanages and prospective adoptive families facing more barriers. But why has this happened and what can we do about it? This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews economics professor emeritus Mark Montgomery to learn more. Serving as Professor of Economics Emeritus at Grinnell College in Iowa, Mark Montgomery teaches subjects such as the economics of education and environmental economics. In the book ‘Saving International Adoption: An Argument from Economics and Personal Experience’ which Mark co-authored, he offers his knowledge and prowess on the economics of international adoption, alongside real-world studies and personal anecdotes. Above all, he is a father to three children—two of whom are adopted; one domestically, and one internationally. In this episode, Mark Montgomery addresses the challenges of adoption—whether domestic or international—that prospective adopters should expect to face, from financial hardships to birth order. That aside, he sheds light on the studies cited in his book that have contrasted common concerns about the harms of transracial adoption. Together, Marie and Mark Montgomery discuss the various considerations to make, as well as habits to practice if adopting domestically, internationally, or transracially. So, whether you’re looking to adopt or simply curious about the economics of adoption, tune in to learn how this crisis affects families worldwide, as well as what families should consider when adopting! Follow Mark Montgomery’s work via https://montgomerypowell.com/ Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Did you know that you don’t need to have sex every single day in order to get pregnant? This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults registered nurse Dr. Karin Hammarberg on what fertility awareness is, and how it can help couples achieve their reproductive goals. With over 20 years of experience as clinical coordinator of IVF programs, Dr. Karin Hammarberg is currently a senior research fellow at Monash University. Her research interests primarily involve the promotion of fertility and preconception health, the psychosocial aspects of infertility and infertility treatment, as well as the health and development of children born after assisted conception. In this episode, Dr. Karin Hammarberg sheds light on the biggest misconceptions about fertility, and highlights various fertility awareness-based methods of family planning. Additionally, she delves into what both men and women need to know about fertility to optimize their family planning goals—be it multiple children, or none at all. Together, Marie and Dr. Karin Hammarberg explore the science behind the menstrual cycle, as well as habits that may prove useful in tracking fertility. So, whether you’re hoping to welcome a new family member or simply curious about your body’s functions, tune in for an informative discussion! Follow Dr. Karin Hammarberg’s work via the following links:Monash University: https://www.monash.edu/medicine/sphpm/global-and-womens-healthYour Fertility: https://www.yourfertility.org.au/The Conversation: https://theconversation.com/profiles/karin-hammarberg-113096/articles  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Global migration has steadily increased over past decades, and with that, brings the merger of family systems across various cultures. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Joahanna Wickramaratne is joined by sociology professor Deborah J. Cohan, Ph.D. to examine the shifts in family dynamics around the world, along with practical advice for approaching it. An award-winning public sociologist, Deborah J. Cohan, Ph.D. serves as a sociology professor at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. Additionally, she is the author behind the critically acclaimed sociological memoir, ‘Welcome to Wherever We Are: A Memoir of Family, Caregiving, and Redemption’. Her work has graced the pages of various media outlets, from The New York Times to PsychologyToday, as well as Teen Vogue. In this episode, Deborah J. Cohan, Ph.D. outlines conventional family dynamics and how they have shifted along with the steady rise of global migration. She sheds light on the common struggles families face in adapting to new cultures and dynamics. Together, Joahanna and Deborah J. Cohan, Ph.D. explore the role of extended family and communities in a family’s adaptability. So, whether you’re curious about your own family’s evolution, or simply interested in understanding global perspectives, tune in this week for valuable insights and engaging discussions! Follow Deborah J. Cohan’s work: www.deborahjcohan.com  Connect with Deborah J. Cohan via the following platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DeborahCohanWriting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cohandebcohan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cohandeborah LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-j-cohan-270254b/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Planning for a family? Your lifestyle choices can significantly impact your fertility. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Joahanna Wickramaratne consults reproductive biologist Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D. on why lifestyle choices may play a part in fertility, and what to do to set yourself up for fertility success. With expertise in the science underlying the biology of infertility, Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D. is a research fellow and group leader in reproductive biology at Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute. Having obtained her PhD in 2016 at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research, Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D.’s current research aims to improve understanding of how various environmental and lifestyle factors impact upon the female germline and fertility. In this episode, Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D. sheds light on her definition of a healthy lifestyle, and what it means in the context of reproductive health. She elaborates on various lifestyle factors, from sleep and stress, to diet and nutrition, and the role each of them play in fertility. Together, Joahanna and Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D. weigh up some useful habits, activities, and exercises that may prove effective in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, for better reproductive results. So, tune in this week for evidence-based advice on optimizing your chances of conceiving! Follow Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D.’s work: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/amy-winship  Connect with Dr. Amy Winship, Ph.D. via Twitter: https://x.com/amy_winship  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/   You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Fostering is a noble act that offers children in need a loving and supportive home. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults social work professor Julie Cederbaum, Ph.D., MSW, MPH on the multifaceted experience of fostering and what it entails. An associate professor in the Dworak-Peck School of Social Work at the University of Southern California, Julie Cederbaum, Ph.D., MSW, MPH is dedicated to her research, which focuses on the impact of childhood adversity and family processes on the well-being of youth. Using a dyad and family systems lens, her research explores the strengths and challenges experienced by diverse families, and ways in which parenting processes and behaviors influence mental health, reproductive health, and substance use behaviors in children, adolescents and young adults. In this episode, Julie Cederbaum, Ph.D., MSW, MPH reveals that, while there is no one-size-fits-all experience, fostering tends to be a struggle for biological families. That aside, the experience of a foster family typically entails a variety of challenges, be it a change in dynamics and roles, or connecting with peers with similar experiences. Together, Marie and Julie Cederbaum, Ph.D., MSW, MPH discuss the ways in which foster parents can build strong connections with their foster children, from expressing empathy, to tapping into the child’s favorite activities. So, tune in this week for expert insights and advice on fostering! Follow Julie Cederbaum, Ph.D., MSW, MPH’s work: https://dworakpeck.usc.edu/academics/faculty-directory/julie-cederbaum  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

The bittersweet departure of children marks a significant life transition for many parents. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews social worker Yarin Cohen, MSW on the emotional and practical aspects of navigating this transition. Specializing in trauma and aging, Yarin Cohen, MSW’s professional experience includes work in mental health and several years with Holocaust survivors in Israel. During his master’s studies, Yarin Cohen, MSW researched the ‘second empty nest experience’ among grandmothers, examining the psychological impacts of ceasing to provide regular care to grandchildren. Drawing from this, he developed specialized workshops to support grandmothers through the transition, and is now pursuing his PhD at the University of South Carolina. In this episode, Yarin Cohen, MSW reveals that the empty nest transition, at times, leads to identity confusion, especially for parents who have been particularly involved in their children’s lives. Additionally, he shares his best advice to parents for preparing emotionally and mentally for the transition. Together, Marie Stella and Yarin Cohen, MSW canvass an array of habits that would help in supporting individuals or families through the empty nest phase. So, tune in this week for a heartfelt discussion on adapting to change, maintaining a sense of fulfillment, and embracing the joys of a quieter home. Follow Yarin Cohen, MSW’s work: ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Yarin-Cohen-2 University of South Carolina: https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/socialwork/study/phd_in_social_work/meet_our_phd_students/index.php  Connect with Yarin Cohen, MSW via email: ycohen@email.sc.edu  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Parenting a child with ADHD brings unique challenges, but the right support can make all the difference. In this episode, Marie Stella Quek invites Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC, a renowned expert in ADHD coaching, to discuss the powerful role parents play in guiding their child’s journey with ADHD. Together, they explore how meaningful parental involvement can impact treatment outcomes and help children thrive. Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC is the CEO and co-founder of ImpactADHD and ImpactParents, where she dedicates her career to helping families navigate ADHD and other neurodiverse needs. As a Master Certified Coach and seasoned adult educator, she has pioneered coaching programs that empower parents with the tools and insights needed to support children with ADHD, ASD, anxiety, and executive function challenges. Drawing from her own experience as a mother in an ADHD family, Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC blends professional expertise with personal empathy, making her a trusted figure in ADHD coaching. In this episode, Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC shares insights into the most effective ADHD interventions and the importance of parental involvement across different age groups. She outlines practical steps parents can take to tailor their support, addressing common obstacles and providing advice to overcome them. Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC also delves into resources for co-occurring conditions, offering guidance on how parents can access essential tools and support.  Above all, she talks about the importance of consistent, mindful practice to help children with ADHD build resilience and navigate life confidently. Connect with Elaine Taylor-Klaus, MCC, CPCC via the following platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParentsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ImpactParents LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/impactparents/ Website: https://impactparents.com/ Podcast: https://impactparents.com/podcast/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Caring for a family member with a mental health condition can be a complex and demanding task. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella consults therapist Jennifer Gerlach for guidance on what it takes to ride the waves. Specializing at the crossroads of mental health and neurodiversity, Jennifer Gerlach is a therapist, speaker, and writer, from the St. Louis area. Proudly the author of ‘The Psychosis and Mental Health Recovery Workbook: Tools for Young Adults from ACT, DBT, and Recovery-Oriented CBT’, Jennifer Gerlach shares a hope-filled perspective for families on mental health. In this episode, Jennifer Gerlach sheds light on the early signs of poor mental health in a family member, and offers advice on offering support to loved ones on such occasions. Additionally, she reveals that normalizing seeking help during tough times could be an immense benefit to the family. Together, Jennifer Gerlach and Marie discuss the unique challenges of a caregiver and best practices for prioritizing their own well-being. So, whether you’re a caregiver, family member, or friend, tune in this week for invaluable advice and compassionate guidance. Connect with Jennifer Gerlach via the following platforms:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-gerlach-0949b844/ Email: jennifergerlach@truestorycounseling.com  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

An alternate path to parenthood that has endowed families around the world, donor conception raises a multitude of questions about identity, genetics, and ethical considerations. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella is joined by Wendy Karmer, the co-founder and director of the Donor Sibling Registry, to explore these questions and more. Founded in 2000, Donor Sibling Registry was founded with Wendy Karmer’s donor-conceived son Ryan, to assist individuals conceived as a result of sperm, egg, or embryo donation, who are seeking to make mutually desired contact with others with whom they share genetic ties. With over 93,000 members in 105 countries, the DSR has helped connect more than 26,250 members with their half-siblings and/or biological parents. Wendy Karmer has listened to, advised, consulted, and researched thousands of these parents, donors, donor-conceived people, and other donor family members. In this episode, Wendy Karmer asserts that the reproduction medicine industry is highly unregulated, with much information supplied by sperm banks or donor clinics being misinformation as part of marketing efforts to draw in more clients. She reveals that in the digital age, the ‘anonymity’ typically promised by such clinics is near-impossible to achieve, with social media platforms and DNA tests readily available for public consumption: Wendy Karmer cites her son Ryan as an example of a donor-conceived child being able to locate their biological parent all on their own. Together, Wendy Karmer and Marie discuss the importance of open conversations in donor-conceived families, from when to disclose such information to a child, to various ways to normalize these conversations. So, whether or not you’re planning to embark on the route to donor conception, tune in for an incredibly eye-opening episode! Follow Wendy Karmer’s work via the following websites:The Donor Sibling Registry: https://donorsiblingregistry.com PsychologyToday: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/wendy-kramer  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

You’ve heard of mindfulness in the context of meditation, eating, and daily reflection. But, are you familiar with sexual mindfulness? This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella speaks to family life professor Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. to find out more. Currently teaching at Brigham Young University in the School of Family Life, Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. previously received her PhD from The Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on sexual function and pleasure, and particularly, how mindfulness during sexual interactions may benefit the individual and the couple. Additionally, Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. is interested in how women experience the sexual relationship, and how they add to the sexual experience. In this episode, Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. describes sexual mindfulness as the act of being aware in the present moment, and being curious rather than judgemental. She reveals that couples with higher levels of sexual mindfulness experienced an easier transition to parenthood, higher parental efficacy, more enjoyment as parents, and connection with their baby.  Together, Marie and Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. weigh up various activities and exercises that often prove useful in practicing sexual mindfulness. So, tune in this week to learn more about what sexual mindfulness can do for your marriage and family. Follow Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D.’s work via the following websites:PsychologyToday: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/chelom-e-leavitt-jd-phdBrigham Young University: https://www.fhssfaculty.byu.edu/directory/chelom-leavittChelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. website: https://www.chelomleavitt.com/  Connect with Chelom E. Leavitt, J.D., Ph.D. through the following platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askchelomleavittInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexualmindfulnessproject/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelom-leavitt-a223b367/Email: chelom_leavitt@byu.edu  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Domestic violence weighs heavily on those who have been affected, but healing, empowerment, and external support can shine a light at the end of the tunnel. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews Krystal McLeod, J.D., the executive director of NYU Center on Violence and Recovery, about what it takes to rebuild life—both pragmatically and emotionally—following domestic violence. A practitioner and national advocate for using restorative approaches to address the root causes of violence and counteract the harms caused by the United States’ criminal legal system, Krystal McLeod, J.D. leads a multidisciplinary team deeply committed to reimagining their nation’s response to violence.  In this episode, Krystal McLeod, J.D. reveals that domestic violence not only accounts for 15% of all crimes in the United States, but is also hugely underreported. She shares that, because domestic violence often leaves survivors feeling powerless, a major component of the recovery process is the need for a sense of autonomy and agency.  Together, Marie and Krystal McLeod, J.D. discuss the various challenges in rebuilding life after trauma, as well as habits and practices that may prove useful in supporting the road to recovery. So, tune in to this episode for eye-opening insights on the complexities of domestic violence recovery. If you are in Australia and are, or know someone who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence, call any of the following hotlines:1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978Elder
Abuse Help Line: 1300 651 192 Follow Krystal McLeod, J.D.’s work via https://centeronviolenceandrecovery.org  Connect with Krystal McLeod, J.D. through LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krystal-mcleod-43506376/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Whether a child is haphazardly striking a tiny tambourine or learning how to hold a tune, music is an incredible avenue for entertaining young ones and encouraging their development. But beyond that, it brings families together. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by music education professor Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. to explore the role of music in family routines. As a professor of music education at Case Western Reserve University, Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. researches musical parenting and children’s musical learning. But aside from her main duties as a professor, she conducts music classes for young children and caregivers at The Music Settlement, a community music school in Cleveland, Ohio. In this episode, Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. breaks down the role of music in not only establishing a sense of harmony and rhythm within daily parenting routines, but also strengthening the bond within families. She offers examples and ideas of enjoyable songs and musical activities that work superbly at captivating the little ones. Together, Dina and Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. exchange personal stories and anecdotes of how music played a part in their upbringing. So, tune in this week to unwind as we untangle the emotional mysteries in marriage, and explore best practices for emotional intimacy! Follow Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D.’s work via the following platforms:How using music to parent can liven up everyday tasks, build family bonds: https://www.theconversation.com/how-using-music-to-parent-can-liven-up-everyday-tasks-build-family-bonds-131182Case Western Reserve University: https://www.case.edu/artsci/music/about/people/faculty/lisa-huisman-koops Google Scholar: https://www.scholar.google.com/citations?user=zc_FccMAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao  Connect with Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. via email: llk12@case.edu  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://www.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://www.open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://www.music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://www.familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://www.player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

The loss of a spouse is a profound and enduring experience that can significantly affect physical health and mental well-being. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by sociology professor Prof. Deborah Carr. Both a sociology professor and the director of the Center of Innovation in Social Science at Boston University, Prof. Deborah Carr is a life course sociologist. Having written extensively on death and dying, bereavement, and family relationships over the life course, she employs survey data and quantitative methods to study social factors linked with health and well-being in later life. In this episode, Prof. Deborah Carr highlights a study that found that those who lost loved ones, particularly to behaviors that hastened their death, often felt anger and resentment, further complicating the grieving process. She details the immediate emotional shocks and practical tasks families must handle after a death, such as planning funerals and managing estates. Together, Dina and Prof. Deborah Carr discuss the psychological difficulties of balancing anger and grief within families, as well as the importance of social ties and family support in helping widows and widowers through their loss. So, tune in this week for an eye-opening and heartfelt discussion. Follow Prof. Deborah Carr’s work via Boston University: https://www.bu.edu/sociology/profile/deborah-carr/  Connect with Prof. Deborah Carr via email: carrds@bu.edu  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/ LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Like most disorders, ADHD can cast a long shadow on relationships. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by clinical psychologist Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D. to explore the complexities of ADHD in marital and parental relationships. Having had 25 years of experience assisting ADHD clients, Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D. is the esteemed author of an impressive range of books on ADHD. With work featured in news sites and media outlets from Newsweek and Wall Street Journal, to Publisher’s Weekly, Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D. is now recognized globally as an ADHD expert. But most impressively is her passion project, Bonding Health, an app aimed at offering ADHD parenting support, focused on emotional regulation—the first of its kind. In this episode, Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D. breaks down the inner workings of how ADHD can tend to affect, not just communication between partners in a relationship, but also parenting dynamics. She outlines some of the core challenges, communication aside, faced by parents with ADHD when raising children, and shares useful pointers for conflict management.   Together, Dina and Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D. discuss various self-care activities that prove useful in couples with ADHD. So, whether you’re a partner, parent, or individual with ADHD, tune in this week for invaluable guidance on wading through ADHD life together. Follow Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D.’s work via the following platforms:PsychologyToday: https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/contributors/lara-honos-webb-phdADD is a Gift: https://www.addisagift.com Bonding Health: https://www.bondinghealth.com  Connect with Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D. through her social media channels:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063491441011LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-honos-webb-5099694/  Explore her latest published books at www.amazon.com/stores/Ahuva-Batya-Scharff/author/B00MLV2VW6/. Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://www.open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://www.music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://www.familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://www.player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181  

Ever wondered what goes on in your spouse’s head? Or what drives their actions and behaviors? This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by associate professor Claudia Haase, Ph.D. to explore the emotional mysteries that prevail in marriage and its impact on family. Combining insights and paradigms from affective, life-span developmental, and relationship science, Claudia Haase, Ph.D. studies pathways towards happy and healthy development across the lifespan with a focus on emotions in individuals and couples. Her work employs a slew of methods—from autonomic physiology, and behavioral observations, to subjective emotional experience assessments and linguistic markers—age-diverse samples, diverse study designs, as well as single-subjects and dyadic approaches. Most impressively, her research has been funded by a number of foundations and institutions, including the National Institute of Mental Health. In this episode, Claudia Haase, Ph.D. reveals the importance of understanding emotions within a marriage, and the common emotional mysteries that dominate most marriages. That aside, she lists warning signs that such mysteries might be headed for more significant problems. Together, Dina and Claudia Haase, Ph.D. discuss the various exercises and activities couples can engage in to decode each other’s emotional systems and improve their communication skills. So, tune in this week to unwind as we untangle the emotional mysteries in marriage, and explore best practices for emotional intimacy! Follow Claudia Haase, Ph.D.’s work via the following platforms:Northwestern University: https://sites.northwestern.edu/claudiahaase/ Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=rOrALGcAAAAJ&hl=en  Connect with Claudia Haase, Ph.D. through her social media channels:Twitter: https://twitter.com/claudiamhaase LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-haase-26854322/ Email: claudia.haase@northwestern.edu  Explore her official website at http://www.constancescharff.com/ and discover her latest published books at www.amazon.com/stores/Ahuva-Batya-Scharff/author/B00MLV2VW6/. Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Ever feel like compromise in your marriage just isn’t cutting it? This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant speaks to psychotherapist Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHC to learn more about what makes compromise work. Specializing in familial and intergenerational trauma, as well as attachment wounding, Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHC employs existential, relational, humanistic theories, and utilizes mindfulness and somatic techniques, in her practice. She often draws from her multicultural upbringing and embodies teachings from her background in dance, yoga, and writing. Additionally, Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHC regularly contributes to Psychology Today, and has graced the waves and pages of several media outlets and podcasts. In this episode, Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHC shares her opinion on what defines a family, alongside how the structure of family has evolved over the decades. She then reveals common disagreements couples encounter, as well as how compromise fails and flourishes in such situations. Together, Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHCu and Dina discuss ways for couples to ensure that compromise as a solution remains fair and balanced in their cases, and weigh up communication techniques that might be of assistance during tough times. So, join us on this episode for an in-depth discussion designed to equip you with the tools to foster healthier, more fulfilling marital relationships. Visit Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHC’s work on the following platforms: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/duygubalan Website: https://www.duygubalan.com/ Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/contributors/duygu-balan-lpcc  Connect with Duygu Balan, LPCC, LMHC via the following platforms:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duygubalan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duygubalan/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181  

Marriage is often seen as the ultimate aspiration, punctuating every romantic film and happily-ever-after. Yet, marriage was originally a pragmatic social contract providing economic benefits, secured alliances, and ensured lineage. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant speaks to psychotherapist and marriage counselor Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW about what might now be a fading tradition, and what it means for committed relationships. Also an author, TEDx speaker, podcaster and leadership consultant, Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW earned his Master of Social Work from Columbia University and Master of Philosophy from Lancaster University. After enjoying several defining moments in his life, he applied to and enrolled in graduate school to follow his emerging passion of serving others as a psychotherapist. In this episode, Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW outlines some of the key challenges faced by couples when attempting to reconsider their approach to marriage, but reveals the ways in which this could lead to greater fulfillment and satisfaction in their relationships. To add, Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW shares recommendations on activities and practices that may prove useful to couples in prioritizing their relationship amidst the demands of daily life. Together, Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW and Dina discuss the various exercises couples could engage in to navigate their conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner. So, tune in to this episode for fascinating insights on what forever could look like without the legal contract and wedding bells. Visit Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW’s work: https://www.melschwartz.com/  Connect with Mel Schwartz, M.Phil., LCSW on the following platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelHSchwartz/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melschwartz7/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melschwartz7/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://www.open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://www.music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://www.familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://www.player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181  

Historically, the traditional model of marriage was an economic necessity for those who desired children. Much has changed since, and evolution has become the sustenance of enduring marriages. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by psychotherapist and marriage counselor Linda Bloom to learn more about what it takes for love that stands the test of time. Offering relationship workshops throughout the world, Linda and her husband Charlie Bloom are co-authors of the widely acclaimed book ‘101 Things I Wish I Knew When I Got Married: Simple Lessons to Make Love Last’. But on top of that, the couple offers educational and counseling services to individuals, couples, organizations and regular presenters at Esalen Institute and Kripalu Yoga Center. In this episode, Linda starts by sharing on the concept of marriage and how it has evolved over time, revealing the most common misconceptions about traditional models of marriage. That aside, she breaks down the various alternative models of marriage that defy traditional norms. Together, Dina and Linda discuss practical habits and solutions that will prove useful to couples looking to navigate their differences in cultural, societal, and personal expectations within their relationships. So, tune in to this episode for an eye-opening conversation about relationships evolving with the times! Visit Linda’s work: https://bloomwork.com/ Connect with Linda on the following platforms:Twitter: https://twitter.com/bloomwork/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindacbloom/ Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Finance may not be the family’s weeknight topic of choice, but it certainly is crucial for cruising through those inevitable bumps in the road unscathed. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by financial planner Liz Frazier Peck to learn more about communication and decision-making in family finance. A member of multiple financial associations including The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), Liz Frazier Peck, MBA, CFP® serves clients at Frazier Financial Consultants in Katonah, New York and the surrounding communities. To top it all off, she is a regular financial contributor on Forbes and serves as an expert for other national platforms, podcasts, and media. In this episode, Liz breaks down the key components that contribute to financial literacy within modern families, revealing the makings of open and effective financial communication, and how it positively impacts decision-making. To add, she shares her advice for striking a balance between individual financial autonomy and collective decision-making. Together, Dina and Liz discuss the common challenges that arise when families face joint financial decisions, and potential remedies that may lead to more desirable financial outcomes. So, tune in to this episode for an awe-inspiring conversation interspersed with expert insights that are sure to benefit your family’s financial journey! Visit Liz’s work on: https://lizfrazier.com/  Connect with Liz via the following platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Liz-Frazier-1286772854825142/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lfrazierpeck/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizfrazierpeck/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lfpprofile/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Storytelling is an art with a profound impact on family relationships, shaping family narratives, fostering communication, and building a sense of identity and belonging. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by speaker and author Constance Scharff to explore the role of storytelling in family dynamics. Renowned for her expertise in addiction and trauma recovery, as well as her advocacy for women’s mental health and the integration of indigenous practices into modern mental healthcare, Constance “Ahuva Batya” Scharff, Ph.D., is an esteemed speaker and author. Her dedication to transformative social change and mental health advocacy is remarkable, having been recognized with the Sol Feinstone Humanitarian Award from St. Lawrence University. In this episode, Constance shares profound insights into the art of storytelling and its impact on family dynamics. Along with highlighting the nuances of family communication and the influence of diverse perspectives on collective family narratives, she also provides a unique perspective on utilizing storytelling as a tool for building resilience and nurturing meaningful connections within our families. Don't miss this enlightening episode as we explore how storytelling shapes our understanding of family relationships and empowers us to foster healthier, more cohesive family units. Connect with Contance Scharff, Ph.D. through her social media channels:Twitter: https://twitter.com/DocScharff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscharff/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cscharff/  Explore her official website at http://www.constancescharff.com/ and discover her latest published books at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ahuva-Batya-Scharff/author/B00MLV2VW6/  Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/ Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/ LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXF Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast iHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509 Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/ PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181