http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabramMy show is called "Relationships Matter": Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interact with others is what makes up the fabric of your day. Coping, cajoling, conceding or just standing your ground could all be invoked over the course of an hour. How you respond can either make or break your day. On Relationships Matter, we we will peel the onion, helping you to understand your interactions with others so that you can create meaningful communications with the people in your life. Join Dr. Annie and expert guests for a deeper understanding of your relationships, how to make them better and most importantly how to make them matter.enCopyright Ann Abram (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 21:30:00 GMTWed, 18 May 2016 17:30:00 GMTParentsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/9648deed-5611-4ad8-aa64-44a06facf89e_annie.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabramMy show is called "Relationships Matter": Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interact with others is what makes up the fabric of your day. Coping, cajoling, conceding or just standing your ground could all be invoked over the course of an hour. How you respond can either make or break your day. On Relationships Matter, we we will peel the onion, helping you to understand your interactions with others so that you can create meaningful communications with the people in your life. Join Dr. Annie and expert guests for a deeper understanding of your relationships, how to make them better and most importantly how to make them matter.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comparents,annie abram,parenting,mindful parenting,dr. annie abram,dr annie abram,relationships matter,kids,mindfulness,parenting expertAnnie Abram PhDnoMy show is called "Relationships Matter": Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interacepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/05/18/teen-dating-violenceParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/05/18/teen-dating-violence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/05/18/teen-dating-violenceWed, 18 May 2016 17:30:00 GMTTeen Dating ViolenceToday our guest is Dr. Phyllis Holditch Niolon, PhD, Acting Special Assistant to the Associate Director of Science in the Division of Violence Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. We will discuss teen dating violence, and helping communities, parents, and kids to learn how to directly deal with this problem which occurs everywhere to males and females. Dr. Niolon emphasizes on the importance of deepening relationships with the family and the community. There needs to be education and support all around. Dr. Niolon's research focuses on the rigorous evaluation of interventions to prevent intimate partner violence and teen dating violence. She is the lead of the randomized controlled trial evaluating the comparative effectiveness of CDC’s Dating Matters®: Strategies to Promote Healthy Teen Relationships Initiative and serves as a subject matter expert on intimate partner violence and teen dating violence. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoTeen Dating Violence,Domestic Violence,Violence Prevention,Dr. Annie Abram,Dr. Phyllis NiolonTeen Dating Violencehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/05/16/child-sex-trafficking--modern-day-slavery-in-the-usParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/05/16/child-sex-trafficking--modern-day-slavery-in-the-us/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/05/16/child-sex-trafficking--modern-day-slavery-in-the-usMon, 16 May 2016 16:30:00 GMTChild Sex Trafficking - Modern Day Slavery in The USToday our guest is Maia Sciupac. In the last 10 years human trafficking and sex trafficking have received increasing public awareness but we've actually just begun to confront the complexity of this issue. Given that these children most often have other serious challenges, such as: poverty, homelessness, mental and other health related concerns, Ms. Sciupac proposes that involving appropriate community agencies/organizations who deal with the consequences of this heinous crime coordinate their services so as best to help these children. Maia Sciupac is the Principal Consultant and Founding Partner at Create&, a consulting company that drives innovative ideas into action, using business, communication and design. With over 10 years of experience in the anti-trafficking field, she previously worked as a Program Manager and Creative Lead at Thorn, an organization that develops technology to fight the sexual exploitation of children. Prior to that, she spearheaded the Alameda County District Attorney Office's, Human Exploitation and Trafficking (H.E.A.T.) Watch Program, a nationally-recognized, award-winning initiative to combat modern-day slavery. While at H.E.A.T. Watch, Maia helped build the program into a 5-point strategy to include an annual billboard campaign, graphic novel series, radio show, and online toolkit to name a few. Maia also has experience working directly with survivors as a 2010 Client Services & Outreach Fellow for Polaris, a national NGO dedicated to combatting domestic human trafficking, and starting her own radio show about modern-day slavery. Maia graduated with a BA, summa cum laude, from UC Berkeley, and is pursuing her MBA from John Hopkins University. She currently lives in Washington D.C. with her husband.  www.createand.co 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoChild Sex Trafficking,Human Trafficking,Dr. Annie Abram,Child Sex Slavery,Maia SciupacToday our guest is Maia Sciupac. In the last 10 years human trafficking and sex trafficking have received increasing public awareness but we've actually just behttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/04/18/parenting-a-transgender-childParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/04/18/parenting-a-transgender-child/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/04/18/parenting-a-transgender-childMon, 18 Apr 2016 16:30:00 GMTParenting a Transgender ChildFour years ago in April of 2012, Leslie Lagerstrom was my guest and spoke about her son Sam's transition from a girl to a boy.  At the time few people understood what the word "transgender" means. Today we will catch up with Leslie and discuss the remarkable progress that's been made in understanding what transgender means and what we can do going forward to advance awareness.  Leslie Lagerstrom is a proud mom of two children, who, after retiring from a 21-year corporate marketing career, is focusing her passion on being a writer and advocate. In 2011 she created the blog Transparenthood™, which chronicles her family’s experience raising a transgender child. Leslie is a regular contributor to The Huffington Post and her essays can also be found in two anthologies, Mamas Write and Nothing But The Truth So Help Me God. In 2013 her essay, Knock on Wood, was turned into a stage production that toured the United States. Committed to spreading awareness on the subject of transgender children, she frequently shares her family’s story, speaking in front of audiences across the nation, a highlight of which was being chosen as a cast member of Listen To Your Mother Twin Cities in 2014. 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnoTransgender,Transgender Parenthood,Dr. Annie Abram,Leslie Lagerstrom,TransFour years ago in April of 2012, Leslie Lagerstrom was my guest and spoke about her son Sam's transition from a girl to a boy. At the time few people understoohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/04/11/what-is-genderParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/04/11/what-is-gender/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2016/04/11/what-is-genderMon, 11 Apr 2016 16:30:00 GMTWhat is Gender? Today’s guest is Laura A Jacobs, LCSW-R, an advocate for all those discriminated against, marginalized, and otherwise not recognized for their self-defined identity. Laura identifies herself as trans and genderqueer. She is a recognized leader in the advocacy for LGBTQ people. Laura will help us understand what’s going on socially and politically in the LGBTQ community. The vitriolic hate filled discrimination against people who do not identify as gender binary is no different than hate towards other races, religions, people with mental health problems, and many others. Laura A. Jacobs: "I am a psychotherapist, activist, public speaker, and author devoted to the exploration of identity and the relationship between individual and society, the diversity of gender identity and sexual expression, and the search for meaning. As Lawrence Jacobs, I worked in the arts as a musician performing independently and with bands, a composer of solo works and for independent theater, and a photographer exhibiting in galleries, as well as in less glamorous positions such as corporate middle management." http://www.lauraajacobs.com/ 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoLGBTQ,Laura Jacobs,Dr. Annie Abram,Transgender,GenderOpen discussion about gender, LGBTQ people, and discrimanation against them. Interview with Laura A Jacobs, LCSW-Rhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/10/12/how-do-we-understand-teen-sextingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/10/12/how-do-we-understand-teen-sexting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/10/12/how-do-we-understand-teen-sextingMon, 12 Oct 2015 16:30:00 GMTHow Do We Understand Teen Sexting?How do we understand teen sexting? Is it a way of communicating via technology which manifested itself in other ways previously?  What do “healthy relationships” for teens mean? Why is there a focus on teen sexual behavior which did not exist twenty-five years ago?    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston a $1.05 million grant to study the implementation of a school-based healthy relationship program for teens. Our today's guest, Dr Jeff Temple, the principal investigator of the study will discuss how to help adolescents understand what a “healthy relationship” is, and how to help school systems develop programs which promote healthy relationships both from a psychological, and  medically based perspective. Also included in the discussion will be Dr, Temple's research on teen violence. Dr. Jeff Temple is the Associate Professor and Psychologist, as well as Director of Behavioral Health and Research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. He earned a research grant from the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health. Included in Dr. Temple’s areas of expertise are the subjects: intimate partner violence, teen dating violence, substance use (especially as it relates to violence), psychological abuse, sexual aggression, teens and technology, sexting, violence prevention and intervention, and verbal, emotional and sexual abuse. (http://www.utmb.edu/newsroom/article10630.aspx) 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoTeen sexting,Teenage dating violence,Dr. Jeff Temple,Dr. Annie Abram,Teen dating violenceWhat is teen sexting? How to understand it? How to prevent teenage dating violence, and teach them healthy relationships?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/09/28/where-to-turn-to-for-support-for-the-lgbtq-community-and-their-loved-ones-1Parentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/09/28/where-to-turn-to-for-support-for-the-lgbtq-community-and-their-loved-ones-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/09/28/where-to-turn-to-for-support-for-the-lgbtq-community-and-their-loved-ones-1Mon, 28 Sep 2015 16:30:00 GMTWhere to Turn to For Support For the LGBTQ Community and Their Loved Ones?Our today's guest is Anthony Crisci, the Executive Director of Triangle Community Center (TCC) in Norwalk, CT. We will discuss LGBTQ concerns, and how his organization (TCC) supports this community. We will devote time to young people, who are coming out to their parents as well as other LGBTQ concerns. Anthony began in his position at TCC in September 2013 as the organization’s first ever full time staff in its 23 year history. TCC now has 3 ½ full time staff and has expanded its programs and services to offer case management, financial assistance and housing for its clients. Anthony came to TCC after working with Bend the Arc: A Jewish Partnership for Justice in New York City, a national social justice organization. Anthony began his career in non-profit management as an undergrad at Hofstra University. There he joined The Pride Network, a student-run organization. Anthony worked with The Pride Network for five years and helped the student group grow into a 501c3 organization that now offers programming in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. He remains an active board member of The Pride Network today. Triangle Community Center (TCC) is Fairfield County’s LGBTQ Community Center. The mission of TCC is to help strengthen the sense of pride, identity and visibility of the LGBTQ community in Fairfield County, CT, as well as to work with the greater community to foster and promote a more welcoming place for all.  (www.ctgay.org) 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnoLGBTQ,TCC Norwalk,Anthony Crisci,Triangle Community Center,Dr. Annie AbramComing out help for young people and their families.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/09/14/parenting-lesbian-gay-bisexual-and-transgender-kidsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/09/14/parenting-lesbian-gay-bisexual-and-transgender-kids/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/09/14/parenting-lesbian-gay-bisexual-and-transgender-kidsMon, 14 Sep 2015 16:30:00 GMTParenting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender KidsWhen a child announces that he or she is gay, lesbian or transgender many parents are unable to respond to the news with sensitivity or support of their child. Reactions can range from throwing the child out of the house immediately to making every effort to understand what the child is going through, and everything in between, such as: "How could you do this to me? What did I do wrong?" Our today's guest is Dr. Anne Dohrenwend, author of "Coming Around: Parenting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Kids," who will discuss how the child's "coming out" to his or her parents can be the most determinant factor in the child's moving forward successfully. Anything short of telling the child "I love you" will be heard by the gay young person that he/she doesn't really deserve love but the family members offer it anyway. Anne Dohrenwend, PhD, ABPP, is assistant program director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at McLaren Regional Medical Center, Flint, Michigan and an associate professor at Michigan State University. She works with parents and young people coping with LGBT issues. She has a PhD in counseling psychology from the University of North Dakota and is board certified in Clinical Health Psychology. Anne and her partner live in Ann Arbor, Michigan. 00:36:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Dr. Anne Dohrenwend,LGBT,Parenting LGBT KidsOur today's guest is Dr. Anne Dohrenwend, author of "Coming Around: Parenting Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Kids," who will discuss how the child's "cohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/29/the-importance-of-fathers-in-their-childrens-livesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/29/the-importance-of-fathers-in-their-childrens-lives/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/29/the-importance-of-fathers-in-their-childrens-livesMon, 29 Jun 2015 16:30:00 GMTThe Importance of Fathers in Their Children's LivesDr. Annie Abram and Armin Brott, a fathering expert and the author of many books about fathers will discuss the importance of fathers in their children's lives. Although, there continues to be a stigma associated with "care-giving" dads, through out last two decades the role of the father has been increasingly recognized as just as important as that of the mother in determining the well being of children in every aspect of their development. For example, the involvement of a father in a girl's life is instrumental in how she thinks about herself as a woman, a  worker, and increases her confidence on every level. Of course, this is true for boys as well, largely through gender identification. A former Marine, Armin Brott has devoted the last 20 years to providing men with the tools, support, and knowledge to help them become the fathers they want to be——and their families need them to be. His eight critically acclaimed books for fathers have sold well over a million copies. Titles include The Expectant Father: Facts, Tips, and Advice for Dads-to-Be and The New Father: A Dad’s Guide to the First Year. He has written on fatherhood for hundreds of newspapers and magazines and is a frequent guest on such television programs as the Today Show. He also writes a nationally syndicated newspaper column (Ask Mr. Dad), and hosts a syndicated radio show (Positive Parenting). He lives with his family in Oakland, California. 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoFathers,Importance of Fathers,Armin Brott,Dr. Annie Abram,Expectant FatherDr. Annie Abram and Armin Brott, a fathering expert and the author of many books about fathers will discuss the importance of fathers in their children's lives.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/15/how-to-help-children-get-along-in-peer-relationshipsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/15/how-to-help-children-get-along-in-peer-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/15/how-to-help-children-get-along-in-peer-relationshipsMon, 15 Jun 2015 16:30:00 GMTHow to Help Children Get Along in Peer Relationships?Today's guest is Bonnie Harris, MS Ed, parenting specialist and director of Connective Parenting. We will discuss what we as parents can do to help our children develop healthy relationships with their peers. We generally think first and foremost of parents and their impact on a child's development. More recently, we are beginning to recognize the importance of early peer relations, and how they affect our children's overall development including, feelings of self-worth, and academic success. Bonnie Harris, MS Ed, is the director of Connective Parenting and has been a parenting specialist for twenty-five years. Parent educator, professional trainer, counselor, author, and international speaker, Harris is known for her pioneering mindset shift out of the reward and punishment model to a connected relationship. She received her master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Bank Street College in New York City. In 1990, she founded The Parent Guidance Center in New Hampshire. Based on her book, When Your Kids Push Your Buttons (2003), Bonnie teaches Buttons parent workshops and professional trainings internationally. Her second book Confident Parents, Remarkable Kids: 8 Principles for Raising Kids You’ll Love to Live With (2008) distills her groundbreaking work into 8 key principles and practical strategies. She has appeared on The Today Show, Asia News, ABC Australia broadcast among others and has been featured in Parenting, Parents, Good Housekeeping, Essence, and Working Mother magazines. Bonnie is the mother of two grown children and lives with her husband in New Hampshire. To learn more — www.bonnieharris.com 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoPeer Relations,Peer Relationships,Parenting,Friends Relationships,Dr. Annie AbramToday's guest is Bonnie Harris, MS Ed, parenting specialist and director of Connective Parenting. We will discuss what we as parents can do to help our childrenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/01/what-does-it-mean-to-be-transgenderParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/01/what-does-it-mean-to-be-transgender/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/06/01/what-does-it-mean-to-be-transgenderMon, 01 Jun 2015 16:30:00 GMTWhat Does It Mean To Be Transgender?Today's guest is Caroline Gibbs, founder and director of The Transgender Institute, located in Kansas City, Missouri, whose mission is to help adults and young families to address their gender concerns through individual, group and family therapy. Today's discussion will focus on what does it mean to be transgender, and how we can help this movement to progress. Caroline Gibbs is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor, nationally and internationally recognized as an educator, advocate and provider for this population. Caroline brings a deep respect for, and sensitivity to, the needs of families of origin, partners, children and friends, a familiarity with the diversity of gender expression and the transgender liberation movement, and an in-depth knowledge of mental health concerns. Caroline uses a holistic approach that includes psychological counseling, hormone treatment, psychiatric referrals, and surgery guidance among numerous other services. 00:36:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Caroline Gibbs,The Transgender Institute,Transgender,LGBTQToday's guest is Caroline Gibbs, founder and director of The Transgender Institute, located in Kansas City, Missouri, whose mission is to help adults and younghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/05/11/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-motherParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/05/11/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-mother/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/05/11/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-motherMon, 11 May 2015 16:30:00 GMTWhat Does It Mean To Be a Mother?In observance of Mother's Day we will talk about what it means to be a mother, including how this meaning is changing over time, or is it really? Dr. Annie Abram will be interviewed by Rondi Charleston.  Dr. Abram is a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst, and holds a PhD in clinical social work. Her practice is in Norwalk, CT. Rondi Charleston, a Juilliard graduate, is an award winning jazz singer/lyricist/composer whose work has appeared in film, TV and on stage throughout the U.S. and Europe. Her most recent album, Signs of Life, climbed the Jazz Week charts for ten consecutive weeks and has critics raving; Jazz Times proclaims: “she is a songwriter whose poetic, narrative, and compositional skills are comparable to such modern masters as Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon.” Touring in support of Signs of Life, Rondi and her all-star band have given sold out performances from coast to coast – from Yoshi’s in San Francisco, to Mayne Stage in Chicago, to Joe’s Pub in New York. Along the way, Rondi has appeared as a featured guest on such prestigious television – PBS Chicago Tonight, Entertainment Tonight, and ABC Windy City Live. Prior to her jazz career Rondi worked at ABC News as a journalist. She received an Emmy and Peabody Award as a television journalist and investigative reporter for Primetime Live. 00:38:00Annie Abram PhDnoRondi Charleston,Dr. Annie Abram,Mother's Day,Motherhood,MotherIn observance of Mother's Day we will talk about what it means to be a mother, including how this meaning is changing over time, or is it really? Dr. Annie Abhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/27/raising-a-child-with-asdParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/27/raising-a-child-with-asd/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/27/raising-a-child-with-asdMon, 27 Apr 2015 16:30:00 GMTRaising a child with ASDIn continuing observance of April, Autism Awareness Month, today our guest will be Alina Rodescu-Pitchon, mother of 28 old Ben. Alina will talk about the challenges and rewards of raising a child with ASD. We will also address what do parents do when they first feel their child is not developing typically, and what are the resources they can find helpful. Alina Rodescu-Pitchon was born in Bucharest, Romania and emigrated to the US with her family as a child in 1964. She graduated from Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture and Planning to go on to work in NYC. After working at I.M.Pei & Partners, Costas Kondylis, and Gal Nauer Architects, she now heads her own design practice, Pitchon Design Group. Alina also holds a Real Estate license. She is the proud mom of Ben, 28, and lives in Wilton, CT. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoASD,Autism,Dr. Annie Abram,Alina Rodescu-Pitchon,Autism Awareness MonthIn continuing observance of April, Autism Awareness Month, today our guest will be Alina Rodescu-Pitchon, mother of 28 old Ben. Alina will talk about the challehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/20/what-is-sexual-assaultParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/20/what-is-sexual-assault/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/20/what-is-sexual-assaultMon, 20 Apr 2015 16:30:00 GMTWhat is sexual assault?Today, our guest will be Ivonne Zucco, Executive Director at The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education in Stamford, CT. We will discuss sexual violence, and what we as a community can do to prevent it, where the victim can turn for help and what kind of help is available at The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education. Ivonne Zucco has served in a number of roles at The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education since 2009. In 2011 she became the Executive Director of the agency. Ms. Zucco has a particular interest in prevention and believes education is of the utmost importance. The agency spreads awareness through community involvement starting as early as the pre-school years. Ms. Zucco has also played an active role in legislation re: sexual assault. The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education provides free, 24-hour confidential help to men, women and children who have experienced sexual assault, serving the eight towns of lower Fairfield County, CT since 1979. They can be there from the time the victim enters the emergency room, throughout their making a police statement, and remain involved in preliminary court proceedings to the date of trial. They can also be with the victims as the healing takes place, delivering goal-oriented counseling. All of their services are available in English and Spanish. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoIvonne Zucco,The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education in Stamford,Dr. Annie Abram,Sexual Violence,Sexual AssaultToday, our guest will be Ivonne Zucco, Executive Director at The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education in Stamford, CT. We will discuss sexuhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/13/seeking-help-for-sexual-assaultParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/13/seeking-help-for-sexual-assault/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/04/13/seeking-help-for-sexual-assaultMon, 13 Apr 2015 16:30:00 GMTSeeking Help For Sexual AssaultAs a victim/survivor of sexual assault, you may have some of the following feelings... Anger, Fear, Guilt, Loss of control, Powerlessness, Embarrassment, Depression, Isolation, Denial, Shame, Disbelief, Self-blame, Emotional shock You may experience some or all of the above feelings. This is natural and every victim/survivor of sexual assault responds differently. (http://www.connsacs.org/seeksupport/assaulted.htm) Remember, you are not alone and you are not to blame for what happened. "Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn't you - all of the expectations, all of the beliefs - and becoming who you are." - Rachel Naomi Remen Laura Cordes is the executive director of the Connecticut Sexual Assault Crisis Services (CONNSACS), the coalition of the the state's nine community based sexual assault crisis services programs and Connecticut's leading voice to end sexual violence. An advocate and organizer for over twenty years, Laura has worked on numerous women’s health public policy initiatives including a two year effort to ensure access to emergency contraception for rape victims in all of Connecticut's hospitals and the development of a coalition that led to the creation of the state's Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Program.  She is a statutory member of the State of Connecticut's Criminal Justice Policy Advisory Commission, the Commission on the Standardization of the Collection of Evidence in Sexual Assault Investigations and the newly created Governor's Victim’s Rights Enforcement Advisory Commission. 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnosexual assault,Connecicut Sexual Assault Crisis Services,CONNSACS,Laura Cordes,Dr. Annie AbramAs a victim/survivor of sexual assault, you may have some of the following feelings... Anger, Fear, Guilt, Loss of control, Powerlessness, Embarrassment, Deprehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/23/does-the-high-rate-of-gun-violence-in-america-reflect-our-valuesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/23/does-the-high-rate-of-gun-violence-in-america-reflect-our-values/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/23/does-the-high-rate-of-gun-violence-in-america-reflect-our-valuesMon, 23 Feb 2015 17:30:00 GMTDoes the High Rate of Gun Violence in America Reflect Our Values?Today our guest is Attorney Mike McLively from the Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence. We will discuss the complexity of gun laws in the US. The latest manifestation of this "hot" topic is campus life and guns -- "lawmakers in 10 states are busy adapting the issue of campus sexual assault to the campaign to arm college students". (http://nyti.ms/1D2uR1S) How do we understand the prevalence of gun violence in America? 60% of the US homicide occur using a firearm. In other gun permeated countries like Finland it is only 19%. United States has the highest gun ownership in the world. (The Washington Post, 12/14/12) Is it totally unrealistic to think we can ever become a land without guns such as Japan? Are they smarter than we are? What's the story? 00:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Ann Abram,Attorney Mike McLively,Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence,Gun Violence,Gun LawsToday our guest is Attorney Mike McLively from the Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence. We will discuss the complexity of gun laws in the US. The latest manifehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/16/the-devastating-effects-of-domestic-violence-on-childrenParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/16/the-devastating-effects-of-domestic-violence-on-children/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/16/the-devastating-effects-of-domestic-violence-on-childrenMon, 16 Feb 2015 17:30:00 GMTThe Devastating Effects of Domestic Violence on ChildrenToday I will talk with Dr.Linda Olson about the devastating effects growing up in a family of domestic violence has on children. "More than 1 in 7 adults in the United States, or 40 million people, lived with domestic violence as children. Worldwide, the number of people who currently are living with it is 275 million." (Martin, Brian F. (2014-09-30). Invincible: The 10 Lies You Learn Growing Up with Domestic Violence, and the Truths to Set You Free (Penguin Publishing Group). 00:40:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Dr. Linda Olson,Domestic Violence,Effects of Domestic Violence on ChildrenToday I will talk with Dr.Linda Olson about the devastating effects growing up in a family of domestic violence has on children. "More than 1 in 7 adults in thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/09/sex-trafficking-in-the-usParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/09/sex-trafficking-in-the-us/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/02/09/sex-trafficking-in-the-usMon, 09 Feb 2015 17:30:00 GMTSex Trafficking in the USToday Annie Abram and her guest, David Trotter, will discuss sex trafficking in the US. There are "100,000 children in the sex trade in the United States each year. In the US, sex trafficking commonly occurs in online escort services, residential brothels, brothels disguised as massage businesses or spas, and in street prostitution. Victims are frequently lured by false promises of a lucrative job, stability, education, or a loving relationship. In the U.S., victims can be men or women, adults or children, foreign nationals or U.S. citizens. While they share the trait of vulnerability, victims have diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, varied levels of education, and may be documented or undocumented." (http://www.polarisproject.org/human-trafficking/overview) David Trotter is filmmaker, author, and speaker with a passion to help people take action on important social justice issues in our world. He is the Co-executive Producer and Co-director on two documentaries - MOTHER INDIA: Life Through the Eyes of the Orphan (www.motherindiafilm.com) as well as IN PLAIN SIGHT: Stories of Hope and Freedom (www.inplainsightfilm.com). He is the author of multiple books including the recently released Start Something to End Trafficking. He has been married to Laura for over 20 years, and they live with their two children in Newport Beach, California. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,David Trotter,Sex Trafficking in the US,In Plain SightToday Annie Abram and her guest, David Trotter, will discuss sex trafficking in the US. There are "100,000 children in the sex trade in the United States each yhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/19/are-you-ready-for-your-parents-agingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/19/are-you-ready-for-your-parents-aging/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/19/are-you-ready-for-your-parents-agingMon, 19 Jan 2015 17:30:00 GMTAre You Ready For Your Parents Aging?As AARP's Home & Family Expert, Amy Goyer provides expertise on a variety of issues, including family caregiving and aging in place, livable communities, grandparenting, parenting and other family relationships, multigenerational living and family history. Amy’s book Juggling Work and Caregiving was published by AARP in October 2013. For more information, visit aarp.org/caregivingbook. Read her blog at http://blog.aarp.org/author/amygoyer/ Amy Goyer is a primary caregiver for her father. In 2009 she began spending most of her time in Arizona as a primary caregiver, while frequently returning to Washington, DC for work. She writes a column on AARP.org, acts as an AARP media spokesperson and is a regular guest on AARP radio. Amy is the author of "Things to do now you're a Grandparent." She is also a winner of 2012 ALTY Best Blog Award in Caregiving category and Finalist in Seniorhomes.com Social Media Rockstar Award. Follow Amy on Twitter @amygoyer and Pinterest! "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, "What are you doing for others?" Marin Luther King 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Amy Goyer,Caregiving,Aging Parents,Sandwitch GenerationAs AARP's Home & Family Expert, Amy Goyer provides expertise on a variety of issues, including family caregiving and aging in place, livable communities, grandphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/12/what-is-surrogacyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/12/what-is-surrogacy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/12/what-is-surrogacyMon, 12 Jan 2015 18:30:00 GMTWhat is Surrogacy?The topic of surrogacy is emotionally and ethically controversial. Today, Michele Zavos, an attorney who practices family law in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia will provide an overview and time line in assisted reproductive technology issues. Ms. Zavos is a pioneer in creating legal protection for LGBT families. "Until recently, stories in the popular press were about traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate is inseminated with sperm from the infertile woman’s husband, and the carrier is genetically linked to the child. Today, most couples who build their families through surrogacy choose gestational surrogacy, also known as gestational care. In gestational care, the intended mother or an egg donor provides the egg and the intended father or a sperm donor provides the sperm. The resulting embryo is transferred to the gestational carrier, who has no genetic connection to the child".   RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association 2013 Michele Zavos is a partner in the Zavos Juncker Law Group, PLLC. She founded the first Maybe Baby group in the Washington metropolitan area in 1982. Michele is a selected member of the National Family Law Advisory Council for the National Center for Lesbian Rights and an elected Fellow of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys and of the American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton named her an “Angel in Adoption” in 2009. Michele has won many awards for her service to the LGBT community. Michele and her law partner, Eva N. Juncker, were recently selected two of the top 25 divorce lawyers in Montgomery County by Bethesda Magazine.  She was named Family Law Practitioner of the Year by the Bar Association of Montgomery County in 2013. 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoSurrogacy,Dr. Annie Abram,Michele Zavos,Reproductive Technology,LGBT FamiliesThe topic of surrogacy is emotionally and ethically controversial. Today, Michele Zavos, an attorney who practices family law in the District of Columbia, Marylhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/05/why-new-years-resolutions-dont-workParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/05/why-new-years-resolutions-dont-work/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2015/01/05/why-new-years-resolutions-dont-workMon, 05 Jan 2015 18:00:00 GMTWhy New Year's Resolutions Don't Work?Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Michael Bader will discuss the reasons why every year most people make New Year's resolutions, and why they don't work. According to Dr. Bader's recent article in the Huffington Post: "The reason that New Year's resolutions don't work is that we have unconscious resolutions not to change. For every conscious resolution to lose weight, stop drinking, save money, call your Mom more often, control your temper, or finish that project, there are unconscious commitments to keep things exactly the way they are." 00:29:00Annie Abram PhDnoRelationships Matter,Dr. Annie Abram,Dr. Michael Bader,New Year's ResolutionsDr. Annie Abram and Dr. Michael Bader will discuss the reasons why every year most people make New Year's resolutions, and why they don't work. According to Drhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/12/08/managing-difficult-family-relationships-during-the-holidaysParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/12/08/managing-difficult-family-relationships-during-the-holidays/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/12/08/managing-difficult-family-relationships-during-the-holidaysMon, 08 Dec 2014 17:30:00 GMTManaging Difficult Family Relationships During The Holidays Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2008) and Don't Roll Your Eyes: Making In-Laws Into Family (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2012) is our guest on Monday, December 8. She will be talking about the complexities of family relationships and how they are often exacerbated by the holiday season and family gatherings. How many times have you heard: - "prey for me - we're going to my mother-in law," or: "my son's and his wife for the holidays". Dr. Ruth Nemzoff is a resident scholar at Brandeis University's Women's Studies Research Center. She lectures on parenting adult children, relationships and family dynamics. Her papers are archived at the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University where she also holds a doctorate in social policy. She has served three terms in the New Hampshire Legislature and was New Hampshire Deputy Commissioner of Health and Welfare. She is the mother of four adult children, four in-law children and grandmother of eight. She lives in Brookline, MA with her husband Harris Berman, Dean of Tufts University School of Medicine. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Ruth Nemzoff,HolidaysDr. Ruth Nemzoff, author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2008) and Don't Roll Yohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/11/17/helping-families-adjust-to-a-gay-or-lesbian-childParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/11/17/helping-families-adjust-to-a-gay-or-lesbian-child/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/11/17/helping-families-adjust-to-a-gay-or-lesbian-childMon, 17 Nov 2014 17:30:00 GMT"Helping Families Adjust to a Gay or Lesbian Child"Homosexuality as an identity is increasingly acceptable in our society. However, we have a long way to go in offering help to children and their families as a gay child struggles with his/her identity, and makes the decision to come out. We need to find ways to be supportive to families and the individual child. The dynamics of a family are invariably changed when a child comes out and the family needs to be considered as a system in order to begin to come to terms with their child's identity. Parents often feel stigmatized, and believe that they have not succeeded in being a good parent. "What did I do wrong?" Kids may blame themselves for even feeling any sort of sexual attraction to a same sex person, and fear they could lose their family, if it was even hinted at.  Although many parents suspect their child is gay, it is rarely a topic that is addressed openly before the child comes out. Today's guest, Dr Michael LaSala, the author of "Coming Out, Coming Home: Helping Families Adjust to a Gay or Lesbian Child,"  will help us understand the complexities of this concern and how we can navigate them. Michael C. LaSala, PhD is a psychotherapist and associate professor at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University. He has been in practice for more than 30 years and he currently treats LGBT individuals and families at the Institute for Personal Growth in Highland Park, NJ. Dr. LaSala’s book entitled “Coming Out, Coming Home: Helping Families Adjust to a Gay or Lesbian Child” is available from Columbia University Press and describes the findings and practice implications of a National Institute of Mental Health funded qualitative study of 65 gay and lesbian youth and their families. http://drmichaellasala.com/ 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Dr. Michael LaSala,LGBTHomosexuality as an identity is increasingly acceptable in our society. However, we have a long way to go in offering help to children and their families as a ghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/11/03/what-causes-bullyingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/11/03/what-causes-bullying/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/11/03/what-causes-bullyingMon, 03 Nov 2014 17:30:00 GMTWhat Causes Bullying?Bullying may be defined as the activity of repeated, aggressive behavior intended to hurt another person, physically, mentally or emotionally. Bullying is characterized by an individual behaving in a certain way to gain power over another person.[9] It can be classified into four types:[10] Physical, verbal, and relational bullying are most prevalent in primary school and could also begin in preschool. Cyber-bullying, arguably the most destructive and common form today, is more common in secondary school than in primary school.[10]   http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bullying#cite_note-:0-10 If you hit your kid, you give them a message that it’s okay to hit others. And a new study examining the case histories of almost 2,500 American children confirms that spanking breeds bullies. Lead author Dr. Catherine Taylor of Tulane University... factored out the influences such as maternal mental health and use of drugs, domestic violence, neglect, income, age, race and education. And spanking emerged as the most important factor in determining which three-year-old children developed into aggressive five-year-olds. ("Mothers' Spanking of 3-Year-Old Children and Subsequent Risk of Children's Aggressive Behavior", C. A. Taylor, J. A. Manganello, S. J. Lee, J. C. Rice, Pediatrics 2010; 125:5 e1057-e1065; published ahead of print April 12, 2010, doi:10.1542/peds.2009-2678) Should we focus on early intervention with parents? 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Bullying,Dr. Claudio V. CerulloBullying may be defined as the activity of repeated, aggressive behavior intended to hurt another person, physically, mentally or emotionally. Bullying is charahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/27/advocacy-for-changing-domestic-violence-lawParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/27/advocacy-for-changing-domestic-violence-law/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/27/advocacy-for-changing-domestic-violence-lawMon, 27 Oct 2014 16:30:00 GMTAdvocacy for Changing Domestic Violence LawLeigh Goodmark’s book, “A Troubled Marriage: Domestic Violence and the Legal System” challenges traditional ways domestic violence is understood by our society and its institutions. She sees WAVA (Women Against Violence Act, 1994) as a significant step forward in empowering women.  However, although disappointed that WAVA did not pass in 2013, Dr. Goodmark urges that we see it as an opportunity to rethink how we might improve it.  For example, we need to recognize that there is no “cookie cutter” solution for domestic violence.  Each abused woman’s circumstances are different and in order to truly understand and help her, it is essential that we help empower her to do what is best for her. “The justice system is simply one tool, and not always the best tool, among the many available to respond to domestic violence. Those who want to eradicate woman abuse must channel their energy, creativity, and passion into constructing multiple pathways for women to live autonomous lives free of abuse”. (Goodmark, Leigh (2011-12-01). A Troubled Marriage: Domestic Violence and the Legal System (p. 198). NYU Press short. Kindle Edition) Leigh Goodmark joined the Maryland Carey Law faculty in 2014 and teaches the Gender Violence Clinic, which she launched while a visiting professor here at the law school during the 2013-2014 academic year. Professor Goodmark is a member of the Editorial Board of Violence Against Women and serves on the Advisory Board for NVRDC, a victim service organization. Professor Goodmark is a member of the Maryland, District of Columbia and California bars. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Leigh Goodmark,Domestic ViolenceLeigh Goodmark’s book, “A Troubled Marriage: Domestic Violence and the Legal System” challenges traditional ways domestic violence is understood by our societyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/20/you-can-help-raise-awareness-re-domestic-violenceParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/20/you-can-help-raise-awareness-re-domestic-violence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/20/you-can-help-raise-awareness-re-domestic-violenceMon, 20 Oct 2014 16:30:00 GMTYou Can Help Raise Awareness re: Domestic ViolenceToday our guest, Rita Bailey, Co-Chair of the Domestic Violence and Abuse Partnership Task Force in Darien, CT,  will describe how a grass roots community group can help raise domestic violence awareness. Consider the statistics: Every 9 seconds a woman is battered in the United States.Conservatively, each year 1 million women suffer nonfatal violence by an intimate.Nearly 1 in 3 women experience domestic violence in their lifetime.Ninety to ninety-five percent of domestic violence victims are women.As many as 324,000 women each year experience intimate partner violence during their pregnancy.The U.S. Department of Justice reported that 37 percent of all women who sought care in hospital emergency rooms for violence-related injuries were injured by a current or former spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend.Forty percent of teenage girls age 14 to 17 report knowing someone their age who has been hit or beaten by a boyfriend.Studies of the Surgeon General's office reveal that domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women between the ages of 15 and 44, more common than automobile accidents, muggings, and cancer deaths combined. Other research has found that half of all women will experience some form of violence from their partners during marriage, and that more than one-third are battered repeatedly every year. Domestic Violence occurs in all communities. Victims have no profile.? They are found in all ethnic and demographic groups, can have no education or hold advanced degrees in professions such as medicine, law, or be voted the most upstanding citizen and perhaps even volunteer their time to combating ?domestic violence. ?You may be surprised to learn that the above statistics ?are undoubtedly on the low side?. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Domestic Violence,Rita BaileyToday our guest, Rita Bailey, Co-Chair of the Domestic Violence and Abuse Partnership Task Force in Darien, CT,  will describe how a grass roots community grouphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/13/life-long-effects-of-bullyingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/13/life-long-effects-of-bullying/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/13/life-long-effects-of-bullyingMon, 13 Oct 2014 16:30:00 GMTLife Long Effects of BullyingOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month, and we will recognize it today with Dr. William Copeland, Associate Professor at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Copeland recently wrote an article (published online 2/20, 2013 In JAMA Psychiatry) on the long-term effects of bullying behavior.  The findings as to what extent bullying can affect a person’s adult functioning are alarming and should be a “call to arms,” to create effective bullying prevention programs in all schools and communities. Dr. William Copeland is a clinical psychologist and epidemiologist, who trained at the University of Vermont and completed his clinical internship at Duke University Medical Center. He is currently an Associate Professor at the Center for Developmental Epidemiology in the department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Copeland’s research program is supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the National Alliance for Research in Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD). 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Dr. William Copeland,BullyingOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month, and we will recognize it today with Dr. William Copeland, Associate Professor at Duke University Medical Center.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/06/domestic-violence-and-its-health-consequencesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/06/domestic-violence-and-its-health-consequences/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/10/06/domestic-violence-and-its-health-consequencesMon, 06 Oct 2014 16:30:00 GMTDomestic Violence And Its Health ConsequencesIt's not uncommon to think of domestic violence as a one time event; however, the overwhelming majority of domestic violence victims are routinely abused, leading to chronic major health problems. Women who have experienced Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in their lifetime were more likely to report having asthma, diabetes, frequent headaches, chronic pain, poor physical and mental health, also health problems which results in physical and psychological damage to victims and their families. It's a national health problem, not "their" problem, and all of us need to recognize and accept the severity of domestic violence and its consequences to society at large. Today, I will be joined by Susan Delaney of DVCC (Domestic Violence Crisis Center CT) to help us understand the rippling effect of domestic violence, and the importance of joining together to deal with this crisis. Susan Delaney is founder and director of the Medical Advocacy Project and the Training Advocacy Project for the Domestic Violence Crisis Center of Norwalk and Stamford.  Susan has been working in the field of domestic violence advocacy for over twenty five years. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Susan Delaney,DVCCIt's not uncommon to think of domestic violence as a one time event; however, the overwhelming majority of domestic violence victims are routinely abused, leadihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/22/hold-the-elevator-door--confronting-domestic-violenceParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/22/hold-the-elevator-door--confronting-domestic-violence/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/22/hold-the-elevator-door--confronting-domestic-violenceMon, 22 Sep 2014 16:30:00 GMTHold The Elevator Door - Confronting Domestic ViolenceToday's guest is Barbara Paradiso, a pioneer in organizing  academic programs for educating professionals working in the field of domestic violence at the University of Colorado's, School of Public Affairs. Yes, we can provide interpersonal violence awareness/education to the public, and make every effort to organize the legal and justice systems. However, the real question is: can abusers be rehabilitated? We know that abusers can stop their behavior when the fear of getting caught looms large, but can the abuser be clinically treated to "cure" his/her behavior? Do we have data on the rate of recidivism, and the efficacy of treatment for abusers? Why has this societal problem of interpersonal violence received so scant attention?  While the current NFL domestic abuse "scandal," has resulted in a public out cry, will these recent incidents, not to mention the long history of unreported/reported interpersonal violence, go under the radar until another tragic incident occurs? Barbara Paradiso is currently the Director of the Program and Center on Domestic Violence at the School of Public Affairs, University of Colorado Denver. Barbara has worked on behalf of battered women and their children for more than twenty years as an advocate, administrator and activist. Prior to her position at University of Colorado Denver, she served as the Director of Domestic Violence Programs for the Sunshine Lady Foundation of North Carolina. For twelve years, from 1985-1997, Barbara was the Executive Director of Boulder County Safehouse. Barbara has been active in the Colorado Coalition Against Domestic Violence as Co-Chair of the organization, Chair of the Legislative, Membership, and Finance Committees. She is currently Board President for the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless and a newly elected member to the Board of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Domestic Violence,Barbara ParadisoToday's guest is Barbara Paradiso, a pioneer in organizing  academic programs for educating professionals working in the field of domestic violence at the Univehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/15/37-things-i-wish-id-known-before-my-divorceParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/15/37-things-i-wish-id-known-before-my-divorce/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/15/37-things-i-wish-id-known-before-my-divorceMon, 15 Sep 2014 16:30:00 GMT"37 Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Divorce"Divorce is a transition that half of once married couples experience. In fact, it is sometimes referred to as “uncoupling,” reflecting the lessening stigma of being divorced. However, divorce is a unique experience for each individual going through the process. It’s unusual for a couple not to have acrimonious thoughts and feelings toward their soon to be divorced partner. Leaving a relationship you thought would last forever is, to say the least, disappointing, even if you are sure it’s the “right” thing to do. Divorce always creates change, and sometimes the loss can feel unbearable, even if there is relief. Our today's guests are Francine Baras and Nicole B. Feuer, mother and daughter, co-authors of "37 Things I Wish I’d Known Before My Divorce", and co-founders of Start Over Smart: Divorce Advisors, LLC. Our discussion will include a wealth of information about the legal and financial aspects of divorce as well as the very personal. How do I tell the children? How can I minimize the stress for me and my family?   00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Francine Baras,Nicole B. FeuerDivorce is a transition that half of once married couples experience. In fact, it is sometimes referred to as “uncoupling,” reflecting the lessening stigma of bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/08/demystifying-the-college-admission-processParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/08/demystifying-the-college-admission-process/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/09/08/demystifying-the-college-admission-processMon, 08 Sep 2014 16:30:00 GMTDemystifying the College Admission ProcessWhether you are a student or parent, the college admission’s process can be stressful and mystifying. How do you choose a school that is the best fit for you? What about finances? What’s the average number of schools a student typically applies to? Should equal valence be given to academics and social/cultural environments? When is the best time for students to begin to look at colleges? How important is an on-site visit to schools? Is requesting an interview the best way to go even if it's not a requirement for admissions? In short, what are the most important things to consider when applying to colleges? Our guest today is Sheryl Santiago, independent educational consultant and owner of Coll-Edge Partners, LLC. Ms. Santiago is a member of the Higher Education Consultants Association. Her business philosophy is based on the belief that there is no reason to focus on one dream school or think that getting into a particular college will determine a students' success in life. In fact, the "Best College" is the one that is the best fit for your individual student, and the good news is that students generally have many choices. A successful search is not about name or prestige- it's about where your student will have the best opportunity to thrive. Sheryl Santiago works with students to determine a good mix of 8-10 schools, help them through the visit, interview, essay and application process and in many cases, after acceptance, can help parents appeal for more gifts, grants and scholarship monies. She knows that not every school is right or affordable for every student, so she takes a realistic approach with each family. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,College Admissions,Sheryl SantiagoWhether you are a student or parent, the college admission’s process can be stressful and mystifying. How do you choose a school that is the best fit for you? Whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/25/the-myth-of-the-post-racial-societyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/25/the-myth-of-the-post-racial-society/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/25/the-myth-of-the-post-racial-societyMon, 25 Aug 2014 16:30:00 GMTThe Myth of The Post-Racial SocietyDr. Yancy, Professor of Philosophy at Duquesne, works primarily in the areas of critical philosophy of race, critical whiteness studies, and philosophy of the Black experience.Today, Dr Yancy, will help us understand the killing of Michael Brown as part of America's deeply embedded racism.   GEORGE YANCY is professor in the Department of Philosophy at Duquesne University. He received his Ph.D. (with honors) in philosophy from Duquesne University. He received an M.A. in philosophy from Yale University and a B.A. (cum laude) in philosophy from the University of Pittsburgh. He received a second M.A. from New York University in Black Studies. He has authored, edited, and co-edited 16 books, including Black Bodies, White Gazes: The Continuing Significance of Race (Rowman & Littlefield, 2008), Look, a White! Philosophical Essays on Whiteness (Temple University Press, 2012), and Pursuing Trayvon Martin (Lexington Books, 2012). His philosophical areas of specialization are Critical Whiteness Studies, Critical Philosophy of Race and African American Philosophy.  00:38:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Michael Brown,Ferguson MODr. Yancy, Professor of Philosophy at Duquesne, works primarily in the areas of critical philosophy of race, critical whiteness studies, and philosophy of the Bhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/18/what-does-it-mean-for-a-child-to-be-giftedParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/18/what-does-it-mean-for-a-child-to-be-gifted/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/18/what-does-it-mean-for-a-child-to-be-giftedMon, 18 Aug 2014 16:30:00 GMTWhat does it mean for a child to be gifted?There are many misconceptions about what it means to be gifted. Myth: Gifted Students Don’t Need Help; They’ll Do Fine On Their Own. Truth: Would you send a star athlete to train for the Olympics without a coach? Gifted students need guidance from well-trained teachers who challenge and support them in order to fully develop their abilities. Many gifted students may be so far ahead of their same-age peers that they know more than half of the grade-level curriculum before the school year begins. Their resulting boredom and frustration can lead to low achievement, despondency, or unhealthy work habits. The role of the teacher is crucial for spotting and nurturing talents in school. - See more at: http://www.nagc.org/resources-publications/resources/myths-about-gifted-students#sthash.7r2V1RFH.dpuf Today, we will talk about gifted children with Kathleen Gallagher, an educator and parent of a gifted child. Kathleen Gallagher is an educator and in a few days she is starting her 20th year at Eagle Hill Southport School, an independent day school for children with learning disabilities. Kathleen is also a mother of two children; one of whom, has been identified as gifted and talented. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Gifted Children,Kathleen GallagherThere are many misconceptions about what it means to be gifted. Myth: Gifted Students Don’t Need Help; They’ll Do Fine On Their Own. Truth: Would you send ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/04/a-revolutionary-approach-to-learning-disabilitiesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/04/a-revolutionary-approach-to-learning-disabilities/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/08/04/a-revolutionary-approach-to-learning-disabilitiesMon, 04 Aug 2014 16:30:00 GMTA Revolutionary Approach To Learning DisabilitiesThere’s a revolution taking place in understanding Learning Disabilities. With new neuroscientific findings, we see that an individual with dyslexia--a language based LD-- has a brain that works differently while reading. Educators at all levels are taking this new knowledge to use new assistive technologies to tailor content to the individual mind of the student. Now, a student with dyslexia and a student with aspraxia -- whose brain has problems planning to move the body parts (e.g., lips, jaw, tongue) needed for speech -- in the same classroom, can have their individual lessons optimized for their particular strengths and weaknesses. Ben Powers is the headmaster of Eagle Hill-Southport, an independent day school in Connecticut for students with learning disabilities. Prior to joining the school in 2012, he served as headmaster of The Kildonan School. He is a passionate member of and advocate in the field of dyslexia and language-based learning disabilities and ADD/ADHD and is on the board of directors of Headstrong Nation and Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities. 00:40:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Learning Disabilities,Ben PowersThere’s a revolution taking place in understanding Learning Disabilities. With new neuroscientific findings, we see that an individual with dyslexia--a languagehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/07/28/what-is-loveParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/07/28/what-is-love/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/07/28/what-is-loveMon, 28 Jul 2014 16:30:00 GMTWhat Is Love?Is it possible to repair a broken marriage? Can it be repaired or is it best to throw in the towel? How do we maintain loving relationships to our loved ones? Is there a formula? Does couple's counseling really work? Along comes Dr. Sue Johnson who tells us that our attachment styles can change through reliable and loving relationships. Today, Dr. Johnson will help us understand how we can find connection to our loved ones. Dr. Sue Johnson is an author, clinical psychologist, researcher, professor, popular presenter and speaker and one of the leading innovators in the field of couple therapy. She is the primary developer of Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) which has demonstrated its effectiveness in over 25 years of peer-reviewed clinical research. Sue Johnson is founding Director of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy and Distinguished Research Professor at Alliant University in San Diego, California, as well as Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa, Canada. As author of the best-selling book: Hold Me Tight, Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, Sue Johnson has created for the general public, a self-help version of her groundbreaking research about relationships – how to enhance them, how to repair them and how to keep them. Her most recent book, Love Sense, The Revolutionary New Science of Romantic Relationships outlines the new logical understanding of why and how we love – based on new scientific evidence and cutting-edge research. Dr. Johnson’s best known professional books include, The Practice of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy: Creating Connection (2004) and EmotionallyFocused Couple Therapy with Trauma Survivors (2002). Sue Johnson lives in Ottawa with her husband. 00:39:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,What Is Love?,Dr. Sue JohnsonIs it possible to repair a broken marriage? Can it be repaired or is it best to throw in the towel? How do we maintain loving relationships to our loved ones?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/30/postpartum-depression-and-its-treatmentParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/30/postpartum-depression-and-its-treatment/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/30/postpartum-depression-and-its-treatmentMon, 30 Jun 2014 16:30:00 GMTPostpartum Depression And Its TreatmentDo you know that 1 in 8 women suffer from postpartum depression (PPD), according to Postpartum Support International (PSI)? "Maternal illness is not new. It was recognized as early as the fifth century B.C., when Hippocrates proposed that fluid from the uterus could flow to the head after childbirth and cause delirium. In the Middle Ages, mothers with such symptoms were viewed as witches or victims of witchcraft. " Belluck, P. (2014, June 15). Thinking of Ways to Harm Her. The New York Times. Retrieved from http://www.nytimes.com We've come a long way in understanding postpartum depression but we still need to work on de-stigmatizing the illness, and raise awareness on what PPD is, and most importantly, we need to implement successful tools to identify women mostly vulnerable to PPD, so treatment can start as soon as possible. Our guest today is Carly Snyder, M.D. , a psychiatrist in New York City with a focus and expertise in Reproductive Psychiatry. 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Postpartum Depression,PPSDo you know that 1 in 8 women suffer from postpartum depression (PPD), according to Postpartum Support International (PSI)? "Maternal illness is not new. It whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/23/what-is-surrogacyParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/23/what-is-surrogacy/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/23/what-is-surrogacyMon, 23 Jun 2014 16:30:00 GMTWhat is Surrogacy?The topic of surrogacy is emotionally and ethically controversial. Today, Michele Zavos, an attorney who practices family law in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia will provide an overview and time line in assisted reproductive technology issues. Ms. Zavos is a pioneer in creating legal protection for LGBT families. "Until recently, stories in the popular press were about traditional surrogacy, where the surrogate is inseminated with sperm from the infertile woman’s husband, and the carrier is genetically linked to the child. Today, most couples who build their families through surrogacy choose gestational surrogacy, also known as gestational care. In gestational care, the intended mother or an egg donor provides the egg and the intended father or a sperm donor provides the sperm. The resulting embryo is transferred to the gestational carrier, who has no genetic connection to the child".   RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association 2013 Michele Zavos is a partner in the Zavos Juncker Law Group, PLLC. She founded the first Maybe Baby group in the Washington metropolitan area in 1982. Michele is a selected member of the National Family Law Advisory Council for the National Center for Lesbian Rights and an elected Fellow of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys and of the American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology Attorneys. Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton named her an “Angel in Adoption” in 2009. Michele has won many awards for her service to the LGBT community. Michele and her law partner, Eva N. Juncker, were recently selected two of the top 25 divorce lawyers in Montgomery County by Bethesda Magazine.  She was named Family Law Practitioner of the Year by the Bar Association of Montgomery County in 2013. 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Surrogacy,LGBTThe topic of surrogacy is emotionally and ethically controversial. Today, Michele Zavos, an attorney who practices family law in the District of Columbia, Marylhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/02/honoring-gay-pride-monthParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/02/honoring-gay-pride-month/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/06/02/honoring-gay-pride-monthMon, 02 Jun 2014 16:30:00 GMTHonoring Gay Pride MonthJune is LGBTQ Pride Month. Despite the popular images of wealthy LGB celebrities, many queer and trans* people are low-income. Employment discrimination, lack of health insurance, homelessness, and other factors make LGBT people particularly vulnerable to the impact of economic inequality. Gay and lesbian families (especially the latter) are significantly more likely to be living below the poverty line than heterosexual married families, and children in gay and lesbian households are twice as likely to live in poverty as compared to children in homes with heterosexual parents. And given the legacy of racism in the U.S., the statistics are even worse for LGBT people of color. Other concerns include: trans justice and violence against LGBTQ youth. (http://www.buzzfeed.com/hfetter/7-lgbt-issues-that-matter-more-than-marriage-fk74) Today’s guest is Andy Humm. Andy has been a gay activist since 1974 helping lead the fight for New York City's gay rights bill that passed in 1986 through the efforts of the Coalition for Lesbian and Gay rights and getting explicit AIDS education in the public schools in the 1990s through his work as director of education at the Hetrick-Martin Institute for LGBT youth. A lifelong journalist as well, he has co-hosted the national "Gay USA" television program weekly since 1985 and writes regularly for the Gay City News and Gotham Gazette. Andy Humm was host of WNET-TV's "Informed Sources" weekly reporters' roundtable in the 1990s. Mr. Humm's work has also appeared in the NY Times, Daily News, and Post. 00:38:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,June is Gay Pride Month,LGBTJune is LGBTQ Pride Month. Despite the popular images of wealthy LGB celebrities, many queer and trans* people are low-income. Employment discrimination, lack ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/05/05/is-childrens-education-related-to-parental-involvement-with-schoolParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/05/05/is-childrens-education-related-to-parental-involvement-with-school/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/05/05/is-childrens-education-related-to-parental-involvement-with-schoolMon, 05 May 2014 16:30:00 GMTIs Children's Education Related to Parental Involvement with School?Today's guests, Drs. Angel Harris and Keith Robinson will discuss their book "The Broken Compass: Parental Involvement with Children's Education." Many of their research findings turn our traditional beliefs about a child's school achievement and its relationship to parental involvement with school on its head. Angel Harris is a Professor of Sociology at Duke University. His research interests include social inequality, policy, and education. My work focuses on the social psychological determinants of the racial achievement gap. Specifically, I examine the factors that contribute to differences in academic investment among African Americans, Latino/as, Asian Americans, and Whites. I also study the impact that adolescents' perceptions of opportunities for upward socio-economic mobility have for their academic investment, and the long-term effects of youths' occupational aspirations both within the United States and Europe. Keith Robinson is An Assistant Professor of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on the determinants and implications of test score (achievement) inequality in K-12 education.  Dr. Robinson's work highlights the extent to which family and school factors contribute to achievement inequality, and suggests ways to equalize these differences. Much can be learned by examining the various stages of K-12 education since the determinants of achievement disparities change as children progress through schooling. 00:46:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Keith Robinson,Angel HarrisToday's guests, Drs. Angel Harris and Keith Robinson will discuss their book "The Broken Compass: Parental Involvement with Children's Education." Many of theirhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/28/the-newest-research-on-autismParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/28/the-newest-research-on-autism/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/28/the-newest-research-on-autismMon, 28 Apr 2014 16:30:00 GMTThe Newest Research on Autism“The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 68 children (or 14.7 per 1,000 eight-year-olds) in multiple communities in the United States has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).  This new estimate is roughly 30 percent higher than previous estimates reported in 2012 of 1 in 88 children (11.3 per 1,000 eight year olds) being identified with an autism spectrum disorder.    The number of children identified with ASD ranged from 1 in 175 children in Alabama to 1 in 45 children in New Jersey” (4/27/2014 press release). Autism Speaks, a not for profit advocacy organization, devoted to understanding autism from all perspectives  (research, treatment, effects on family) has made contributions to the understanding of ASD which greatly enhance the lives of those living with ASD, their families and communities. Dr. Paul Wang, SVP Autism Speaks and head of medical research, will talk with us about the 2013 Top Ten Advances in Autism Research winners as identified by Autism Speaks. It should be emphasized that the earlier a child is diagnosed with ASD and receives therapeutic services, his/her life chances for education, employment, and overall socialization dramatically increase. Dr. Paul Wang joined Autism Speaks in September 2013 as the organization’s senior vice president and head of medical research. Dr. Wang graduated from Harvard College with a bachelor of arts in biomedical sciences and received his medical degree from the Yale University School of Medicine. He completed a residency and chief residency in pediatrics at the University of Michigan, a research fellowship at the Salk Institute and a clinical fellowship at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Dr. Paul Wang,Autism Speaks“The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 68 children (or 14.7 per 1,000 eight-year-olds) in multiple communities in the Unitedhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/21/living-with-an-autistic-siblingParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/21/living-with-an-autistic-sibling/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/21/living-with-an-autistic-siblingMon, 21 Apr 2014 16:30:00 GMTLiving With An Autistic SiblingToday’s guest, Stasia Ward Kehoe, the author of The Sound of Letting Go, a poignant young adult novel about living with an autistic sibling, will help us understand the many challenges faced by families living with children on the autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The protagonist, Daisy, a musical prodigy, has been the “perfect” sibling to her brother Steven. In fact, to a large extent her life is organized around his needs. Not only is she responsible for “baby sitting" which constricts her teen-age schedule, it’s also her “job” to be sensitive to his many special needs. For example, certain tonal sounds – noises too loud or not loud enough -- can lead Steven to self-harm, including wringing his hands until they’re bloody. Sometimes he can be physically violent, leaving Daisy and her parents vulnerable to physical harm. When Daisy’s parents decide to place Steven in an institution without consulting her, she is devastated. Stasia Ward Kehoe grew up performing on stages from New Hampshire to Washington, DC. She holds a BA in English from Georgetown University and an MA in Performance Studies from New York University. While working at Random House Children's Publishing, Stasia read her way through the entire children's backlist. She realized then that she found a focus for her writing - young adults. Since then Stasia had children and left full time work for freelance writing. Now she lives in western Washington State with her husband and four sons. Stasia's novels include Audition and The Sound of Letting Go. For more information about Stasia's books please go to her website: http://www.stasiawardkehoe.com/ 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Autism Spectrum Disorder,Stasia Ward KehoeToday’s guest, Stasia Ward Kehoe, the author of The Sound of Letting Go, a poignant young adult novel about living with an autistic sibling, will help us undershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/14/seeking-help-for-sexual-assaultParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/14/seeking-help-for-sexual-assault/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/14/seeking-help-for-sexual-assaultMon, 14 Apr 2014 16:30:00 GMTSeeking Help For Sexual AssaultAs a victim/survivor of sexual assault, you may have some of the following feelings... Anger, Fear, Guilt, Loss of control, Powerlessness, Embarrassment, Depression, Isolation, Denial, Shame, Disbelief, Self-blame, Emotional shock You may experience some or all of the above feelings. This is natural and every victim/survivor of sexual assault responds differently. (http://www.connsacs.org/seeksupport/assaulted.htm) Remember, you are not alone and you are not to blame for what happened. "Healing may not be so much about getting better, as about letting go of everything that isn't you - all of the expectations, all of the beliefs - and becoming who you are." - Rachel Naomi Remen Laura Cordes is the executive director of the Connecticut Sexual Assault Crisis Services (CONNSACS), the coalition of the the state's nine community based sexual assault crisis services programs and Connecticut's leading voice to end sexual violence. An advocate and organizer for over twenty years, Laura has worked on numerous women’s health public policy initiatives including a two year effort to ensure access to emergency contraception for rape victims in all of Connecticut's hospitals and the development of a coalition that led to the creation of the state's Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Program.  She is a statutory member of the State of Connecticut's Criminal Justice Policy Advisory Commission, the Commission on the Standardization of the Collection of Evidence in Sexual Assault Investigations and the newly created Governor's Victim’s Rights Enforcement Advisory Commission. 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Sexual Assault,Laura CordesAs a victim/survivor of sexual assault, you may have some of the following feelings... Anger, Fear, Guilt, Loss of control, Powerlessness, Embarrassment, Deprehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/07/how-can-we-remain-connected-to-our-children-in-the-digital-ageParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/07/how-can-we-remain-connected-to-our-children-in-the-digital-age/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/04/07/how-can-we-remain-connected-to-our-children-in-the-digital-ageMon, 07 Apr 2014 16:30:00 GMTHow Can We Remain Connected to our Children in the Digital Age?"As the focus of family has turned to the glow of the screen - children constantly texting their friends, parents working online around the clock - everyday life is undergoing a massive transformation. Easy availability to the Internet and social media has erased the boundaries that protect children from the unsavory aspects of adult life. Parents often feel they are losing a meaningful connection with their children. Children are feeling lonely and alienated. The digital world is here to stay, but what are families losing with technology's gain?" Catherine Steiner-Adair, EdD, The Big Disconnect: Protecting Childhood and Family Relationships in the Digital Age. Dr. Catherine Steiner-Adair is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, school consultant and author. In her book: The Big Disconnect: Protecting Childhood and Family Relationships in the Digital Age (Harper), Catherine examines ways in which technology and media are putting our children at risk at every stage of development. while challenging what it means to be a family. Over the past 30 years. Catherine has worked in more than 350 independent schools throughout the United States and abroad, leading workshops for administrators, teacher s, and parents on a wide range of topics related to strengthening children's social and emotional intelligence and resilience. These include: challenging unhealthy cultural values, helping schools develop curricula and programs designed to increase children's confidence and competence as emerging leaders, and nourishing healthy relationships in the age of technology. A leading expert on the impact of technology on work/family/life balance, she also works with corporations and non-profit organizations. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Catherine Steiner-Adair,Social Media"As the focus of family has turned to the glow of the screen - children constantly texting their friends, parents working online around the clock - everyday lifhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/31/how-to-help-girls-understand-how-social-norms-can-affect-their-self-esteemParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/31/how-to-help-girls-understand-how-social-norms-can-affect-their-self-esteem/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/31/how-to-help-girls-understand-how-social-norms-can-affect-their-self-esteemMon, 31 Mar 2014 16:30:00 GMTHow to Help Girls Understand How Social Norms Can Affect Their Self EsteemIn a video posted by today's guest, Dr. Tara Cousineau, Caroline Heldman, Ph.D., gives a TEDxYouth@SanDiego talk: The Sexy Lie (http://tedxtalks.ted.com/video/The-Sexy-Lie-Caroline-Heldman-a), which covers many aspects of the work Dr. Tara passionately devotes her life to. These include: the importance of self compassion for mothers, how to help girls develop healthy self esteem, and ways they can empower themselves in the world. More information about Dr. Tara Cousineau's work can be found on her website http://www.taracousineau.com/ Dr. Tara Cousineau is a clinical psychologist, self-esteem coach, and social entrepreneur based in Boston. She is founder of Moxie Moms coaching created for mothers of tween and teen girls. The on-one-one coaching and group programs focus on skill building and support in parenting daughters and is based on years of experience in working with adolescent girls and women.  She founded BodiMojo Inc., which develops evidence-based and innovative solutions to help youth take control of their health by leveraging the “digital” playgrounds they reside in. The BodiMojo web program improved body esteem in teenage girls. A mobile app is under development. These products and the associated outcome research are supported by grants through the National Institutes of Health, Small Business Innovative Research Program. Her expertise includes also writing, research and conceptual development in health media. This includes helping organizations identify and formulate health communication strategies to reach girls and women as individuals, groups and decision makers. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Dr. Tara Cousineau,Raising Girls in the XXI CenturyIn a video posted by today's guest, Dr. Tara Cousineau, Caroline Heldman, Ph.D., gives a TEDxYouth@SanDiego talk: The Sexy Lie (http://tedxtalks.ted.com/video/Thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/24/the-legacy-of-violence-and-a-healing-curriculum-for-children-and-their-familiesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/24/the-legacy-of-violence-and-a-healing-curriculum-for-children-and-their-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/24/the-legacy-of-violence-and-a-healing-curriculum-for-children-and-their-familiesMon, 24 Mar 2014 16:30:00 GMTThe Legacy of Violence and a Healing Curriculum for Children and Their Families.Today, Annie Abram and Erin Forgay will discuss violence, using a new paradigm that challenges traditional perspectives about teaching young children how to cope with violent times. The troubles in Ireland (1969 - 1994) will serve as a background. We often hear: "she/he is a child of two years. She won't possibly remember." However, the latest brain research and the behavior of children, who have experienced violence (war, family violence, media, long term cultural, religious conflicts) tells us a different story. Even if a child does not actually witness violence, the psychological environment in homes and communities, profoundly affects children's psyches and ways of viewing the world. If a grandparent was physically injured during war times and can not walk, a young child can make meaning of the situation in order to have some way of understanding. In many families explanations are vague and confusing. Helping children process trauma at their developmental level is essential. Otherwise, the trauma is transmitted from generation to generation. We all need the language to talk about our fears and concerns. Under the guidance of Diane Levin, Erin and a group of Wheelock students traveled to Northern Ireland to work with Early Years’ Media Initiative. Through this program, the Wheelock students explored the conflicts of the area and the effects on young children. Using persona puppets and dolls, the program is geared towards teaching young children how to respect differences and to promote peace. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Erin Forgay,ViolenceToday, Annie Abram and Erin Forgay will discuss violence, using a new paradigm that challenges traditional perspectives about teaching young children how to cophttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/03/dont-underestimate-battered-womenParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/03/dont-underestimate-battered-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/03/03/dont-underestimate-battered-womenMon, 03 Mar 2014 17:30:00 GMTDon't Underestimate Battered WomenToday, Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Sherry Hamby will discuss domestic violence, using a new paradigm that challenges traditional perspectives about battered women and provides a new way of understanding this complex problem. "........ the incredible creativity and resilience of battered women is little recognized by some who work with victims of domestic violence and much of the general public. Many battered women engage in protective strategies and actively cope with the problem of victimization. In fact, counter to some stereotypes, nationally representative data shows battered women in the U.S. seek professional help from law enforcement at rates similar to other crime victims, and seek professional help from advocates and counselors at rates similar to those with other psychological problems".  Sherry Hamby, PhD. Dr. Sherry Hamby is Research Professor of Psychology and Director of the Life Paths Research Program at the University of the South. She is also founding editor of the APA journal Psychology of Violence. A licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Hamby has worked for more than 20 years on the problem of violence. She is co-investigator on the National Survey of Children’s Exposure to Violence. She is the recipient of numerous honors and author or co-author of more than 100 works including The Web of Violence: Exploring Connections among Different Forms of Interpersonal Violence and Abuse. Dr. Hamby’s work has appeared in the New York Times, Huffington Post, the Christian Science Monitor, and hundreds of other media outlets.  Her most recent book is Battered Women's Protective Strategies:  Stronger Than You Know (Oxford University Press, 2014). 00:36:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Psychology of Violence,Domestic ViolenceToday, Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Sherry Hamby will discuss domestic violence, using a new paradigm that challenges traditional perspectives about battered women ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/24/starting-the-conversation-with-young-people-about-healthy-relationshipsParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/24/starting-the-conversation-with-young-people-about-healthy-relationships/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/24/starting-the-conversation-with-young-people-about-healthy-relationshipsMon, 24 Feb 2014 17:30:00 GMTStarting The Conversation With Young People About Healthy RelationshipsToday, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Darlene Kiyan of Break the Cycle will help us to start a conversation with young people about having healthy relationships. Why is it so difficult, even scary, for parents to talk with their adolescents about dating, unhealthy relationships, and how they can best protect themselves?  Let’s get real: how many of you had a discussion about the birds and bees with your parents as a teenager? Frequently, we as parents don’t have the modeling of our own parents to guide the way.  But we must find a way to start the conversation with our children/adolescents in order for both children and parents to feel as safe and protected as possible. Darlene Kiyan joined Break the Cycle in 2014.  She has more than fifteen years of professional experience in human service delivery and advocacy. She has extensive experience in the management of non-profit organizations and programmatic implementation strategies.  Prior to joining Break the Cycle, Darlene was the Executive Director for Playworks, working with at risk youth, reducing bullying and developing leadership skills. Originally from Canada, Darlene graduated from the University of Alberta before moving to Japan to study language and culture. As a mother of two, Darlene understands the importance of empowering youth to have healthy relationships and is excited to continue the education. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Break The Cycle,Darlene KiyanToday, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Darlene Kiyan of Break the Cycle will help us to start a conversation with young people about having healthy relationships. Whyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/17/15-million-us-high-school-students-experience-physical-abuse-from-a-partnerParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/17/15-million-us-high-school-students-experience-physical-abuse-from-a-partner/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/17/15-million-us-high-school-students-experience-physical-abuse-from-a-partnerMon, 17 Feb 2014 17:30:00 GMT1.5 Million US High School Students Experience Physical Abuse From a PartnerToday, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Carlla Horton, Executive Director of Hope’s Door, will discuss Teen Dating Violence. “After fifteen years of working to end domestic violence, we have learned that teens are not immune from abuse in relationships.  Teen dating violence is all too common, and ends up leading to vicious and unhealthy cycles for years to come. Our responsibility - as parents, teachers, mentors, and community leaders – is to guide our young people towards respectful relationships free from harassment and abuse; teach them that it’s ok to walk away from a bad situation; and encourage them to speak out when they see a friend in trouble.  In many communities, teens themselves are leading the way in organizing their schools and communities to stand against violence. I commend them." – Vice President Joe Biden, author of the landmark 1994 Violence Against Women Act, on Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, February 2010 Relationships Matter Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interact with others is what makes up the fabric of your day. Coping, cajoling, conceding or just standing your ground could all be invoked over the course of an hour. How you respond can either make or break your day. On Relationships Matter, we will peel the onion, helping you to understand your interactions with others so that you can create meaningful communications with the people in your life.  Join Dr. Annie Abram and expert guests for a deeper understanding of your relationships, how to make them better and most importantly how to make them matter. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Teen Dating Violence,Domestic ViolenceToday, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Carlla Horton, Executive Director of Hope’s Door, will discuss Teen Dating Violence. “After fifteen years of working to end domehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/10/slavery-and-human-trafficking--international-concernParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/10/slavery-and-human-trafficking--international-concern/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/10/slavery-and-human-trafficking--international-concernMon, 10 Feb 2014 18:30:00 GMTSlavery and Human Trafficking - International ConcernMonday, February 10th, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Helen Armstrong, will discuss international slavery and human trafficking. "According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO) 20.9 million men, women and children around the world are in slavery. In the 21st century people are still sold like objects, forced to work for little or no pay and at the complete mercy of their 'employers'. Despite the fact that many people believe that slavery no longer exists, the ILO estimated that there are some 8.4 million children in slavery or practices similar to slavery (ILO,2002)." (http://www.antislavery.org) Relationships Matter Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interact with others is what makes up the fabric of your day. Coping, cajoling, conceding or just standing your ground could all be invoked over the course of an hour. How you respond can either make or break your day. On Relationships Matter, we will peel the onion, helping you to understand your interactions with others so that you can create meaningful communications with the people in your life.  Join Dr. Annie Abram and expert guests for a deeper understanding of your relationships, how to make them better and most importantly how to make them matter. 00:39:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Human Trafficking,Modern SlaveryMonday, February 10th, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Helen Armstrong, will discuss international slavery and human trafficking. "According to the International Labouhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/03/human-trafficking--todays-slaveryParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/03/human-trafficking--todays-slavery/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/02/03/human-trafficking--todays-slaveryMon, 03 Feb 2014 17:30:00 GMTHuman Trafficking - Today's SlaveryOn Monday, February 3rd, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Vednita Carter, Founder and Executive Director of Breaking Free, will discuss Human Trafficking. "Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery. Victims who are forced, defrauded or coerced into labor or sexual exploitation. It is estimated that approximately 800,000 to 900,000 victims are trafficked annually across international borders, and between 14,000 and 17,000 of those victims are trafficked into the US.  These estimates include men, women and children.  Trafficking is a crime which is often hidden from view and difficult to identify." (http://iiconn.org/human_traffic.html) RELATIONSHIPS MATTER Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interact with others is what makes up the fabric of your day. Coping, cajoling, conceding or just standing your ground could all be invoked over the course of an hour. How you respond can either make or break your day. On Relationships Matter, we will peel the onion, helping you to understand your interactions with others so that you can create meaningful communications with the people in your life.  Join Dr. Annie Abram and expert guests for a deeper understanding of your relationships, how to make them better and most importantly how to make them matter. 00:29:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Human Trafficking,Sex TraffickingOn Monday, February 3rd, Dr. Annie Abram and Ms. Vednita Carter, Founder and Executive Director of Breaking Free, will discuss Human Trafficking. "Human traffihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/20/eating-disorders--the-most-deadly-mental-illnessParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/20/eating-disorders--the-most-deadly-mental-illness/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/20/eating-disorders--the-most-deadly-mental-illnessMon, 20 Jan 2014 17:30:00 GMTEating Disorders - The Most Deadly Mental IllnessDr. Annie Abram and Mr. Jamie Shumake will discuss eating disorders. "Eating disorders occupy an interesting place at the interface between body and mind, emotions and cognition, childhood and adulthood and most of all between the individual, the family and society at large. Over the last 30 years a great deal of progress has been made in understanding the genesis, natural history and treatment of eating disorders. Their classification as separate disorders has been helpful and fostered increasing interest in these conditions." (Caparrotta, L., Ghaffari, K., (2006). A Historical Overview of The Psychodynamic Contributions to the Understanding of Eating Disorders., Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, 20: 175-196.) Jamie D. Shumake, LMHCis a Clinical Supervisor at The Renfrew Center in Old Greenwich, CT. Previously he worked as a Psychosocial Rehabilitation Specialist at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Westchester. Mr. Shumake is an adjunct professor at Long Island University, Westchester and Rockland programs.  He completed the Advanced Intensive Training in DBT with Dr. Linehan and Dr. Manning in 2008 and he is the Consultation Team leader for DBT Associates of Nyack. Mr. Shumake received his Master of Science degree in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University, C.W. Post. Advanced Intensive Training with Marsha Linehan, PhD. 00:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,Jamie Shumake,Eating DisorderDr. Annie Abram and Mr. Jamie Shumake will discuss eating disorders. "Eating disorders occupy an interesting place at the interface between body and mind, emohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/13/the-common-core-curriculumParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/13/the-common-core-curriculum/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/13/the-common-core-curriculumMon, 13 Jan 2014 17:30:00 GMTThe Common Core CurriculumJay Mathews an educational writer and a blogger for the Washington Post (washingtonpost.com/class-struggle), will help us understand the trends in education over the past 40 yrs, and how we arrived at the Common Core Curriculum, an attempt to standardize school curriculums from Kindergarten to Grade 12 nation-wide. Jay Mathews is the author of eight books, including four about high schools and a New York Times bestseller, “Work Hard. Be Nice,” about the birth and growth of the KIPP charter school network. His popular college admission guide is “Harvard Schmarvard.” His latest book, “The War Against Dummy Math” is published by the American Institutes for Research.     He is the creator of the annual Challenge Index rankings of high schools (formerly at Newsweek, now at the Washington Post) which have drawn as much as 21 million page views in a week. His columns appear in the Post’s Metro and Local Living sections, and on his Class Struggle page at washingtonpost.com/class-struggle. He was one of the school experts featured in the documentary film “Waiting for “Superman.’” He has won several awards for education writing and was given the Upton Sinclair award as “a beacon of light in the realm of education.” He has the Eugene Meyer award for distinguished service to the Washington Post.  He is married to journalist Linda Mathews. They have three children and three grandsons.   00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr. Annie Abram,Relationships Matter,Mindful Parenting,The Common Core Curriculum,Jay MathewsJay Mathews an educational writer and a blogger for the Washington Post (washingtonpost.com/class-struggle), will help us understand the trends in education ovehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/06/why-new-years-resolutions-dont-workParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/06/why-new-years-resolutions-dont-work/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2014/01/06/why-new-years-resolutions-dont-workMon, 06 Jan 2014 17:30:00 GMTWhy New Year's Resolutions Don't Work?Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Michael Bader will discuss the reasons why every year most people make New Year's resolutions, and why they don't work. According to Dr. Bader's recent article in the Huffington Post: "The reason that New Year's resolutions don't work is that we have unconscious resolutions not to change. For every conscious resolution to lose weight, stop drinking, save money, call your Mom more often, control your temper, or finish that project, there are unconscious commitments to keep things exactly the way they are."   00:29:00Annie Abram PhDnoRelationships Matter,Dr. Annie Abram,Mindful Parenting,Communication with Others,ChildrenDr. Annie Abram and Dr. Michael Bader will discuss the reasons why every year most people make New Year's resolutions, and why they don't work. According to Drhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/30/a-year-after-sandy-hookParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/30/a-year-after-sandy-hook/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/30/a-year-after-sandy-hookMon, 30 Dec 2013 17:30:00 GMTA Year After Sandy HookTrauma and tragedy have become all too familiar to US citizens.  In recent times there were 25 deadly mass shootings (since 1966 - University of Texas - a former U.S. Marine kills 16 and wounds at least 30 to September 2013 - shots are fired inside Washington Navy Yard killing 12). In between these two dates there have been a number of school shootings culminating in the Sandy Hook elementary school tragedy, killing 20 children and 6 adults.  The final count was 28, including the shooter’s mother and himself. Dr. Robin Gurwitch will help us understand how this tragedy has impacted security issues and parental fears. Dr. Robin Gurwitch, a Clinical Psychologist, is a faculty member at Duke University Medical Center, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Center for Child and Family Health. Dr. Gurwitch specializes in work with children, particularly those considered at-risk. Since the bombing in Oklahoma City in 1995, she has devoted much time to understanding the impact of trauma and disaster on children and ways to increase resilience, including stressors related to military deployment.  00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoRelationships Matter,Dr. Annie Abram,Mindful Parenting,Communication with Others,ChildrenTrauma and tragedy have become all too familiar to US citizens.  In recent times there were 25 deadly mass shootings (since 1966 - University of Texas - a formehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/23/holiday-stress-and-estranged-familiesParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/23/holiday-stress-and-estranged-families/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/23/holiday-stress-and-estranged-familiesMon, 23 Dec 2013 17:30:00 GMTHoliday Stress and Estranged FamiliesIn addition to holiday stress, combined with a short or long term estrangement from family members, or a close friend can be an especially sad time. For many, the holidays trigger memories of better times and/or the feelings of being isolated from one's family/close friends. Dr. Joshua Coleman, an expert in family estrangement, will offer support and ideas for dealing with these hard times. Dr. Coleman is an author of four books: : The Marriage Makeover: Finding Happiness in Imperfect Harmony (St. Martin's Press); The Lazy Husband: How to Get Men to Do More Parenting and Housework (St. Martin's Press); When Parents Hurt: Compassionate Strategies When You and Your Grown Child Don't Get Along (HarperCollins); and Married with Twins: Life, Love and the Pursuit of Marital Harmony. His books have been translated into Chinese, Croatian, and Korean, and are also available in the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia. 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Familie,Psychotherapy,Kids,ParentingIn addition to holiday stress, combined with a short or long term estrangement from family members, or a close friend can be an especially sad time. For many,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/16/what-can-we-do-to-help-our-children-develop-empathy-and-healthy-self-esteemParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/16/what-can-we-do-to-help-our-children-develop-empathy-and-healthy-self-esteem/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/16/what-can-we-do-to-help-our-children-develop-empathy-and-healthy-self-esteemMon, 16 Dec 2013 17:30:00 GMTWhat Can We Do To Help Our Children Develop Empathy And Healthy Self-Esteem?RELATIONSHIPS MATTER - with Dr. Annie Abram Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interact with others is what makes up the fabric of your day. Coping, cajoling, conceding or just standing your ground could all be invoked over the course of an hour. How you respond can either make or break your day. On Relationships Matter, we will peel the onion, helping you to understand your interactions with others so that you can create meaningful communications with the people in your life.  Join Dr. Annie Abram and expert guests for a deeper understanding of your relationships, how to make them better and most importantly how to make them matter. Listen live today at 12:30 PM EST! CDD (Compassionate Deficit Disorder) is one of the many disorders coined by Dr. Diane Levin to describe the effects of children spending time in front of a screen, whether it be a computer, TV, iPad, mobile phone, Xbox or other electronic device. Professor Levin has been studying this troubling problem for 30 years with little support from those with the authority and resources to join her cause, not to mention corporate America and the Media who have a huge economic investment in selling electronic devices and toys (with or without screens) to young children. Dr. Levin will help us make sense of how a "Remote Controlled Childhood" (title of Professor Levin's latest book) is putting the healthy development of our young people at risk. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Familie,Psychotherapy,Kids,ParentingRELATIONSHIPS MATTER - with Dr. Annie Abram Whether it's your child, spouse, your co-worker or the person behind the counter at the dry cleaners, how you interahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/09/managing-difficult-family-relationships-during-the-holidaysParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/09/managing-difficult-family-relationships-during-the-holidays/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/12/09/managing-difficult-family-relationships-during-the-holidaysMon, 09 Dec 2013 17:30:00 GMTManaging Difficult Family Relationships During The HolidaysDr. Ruth Nemzoff, author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2008) and Don't Roll Your Eyes: Making In-Laws Into Family (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2012) is our guest on Monday, Dec. 9. She will be talking about the complexities of family relationships and how they are often exacerbated by the holiday season and family gatherings. How many times have you heard: - "prey for me - we're going to my mother-in law or my son's and his wife for the holidays". 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Familie,Psychotherapy,Kids,ParentingDr. Ruth Nemzoff, author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan, 2008) and Don't Roll Youhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 Oct 2013 16:30:00 GMTHow Can we Help Victims of Domestic Violence? October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we will recognize it today with Lisa Smith, a professor on the law faculty at the Brooklyn Law School. How can it be that world wide 1 in 3 women have been victims of domestic violence? What does that mean about our society? How can we safely help our loved ones who are living in a household where the power and control of women (most often) and children are a way of life? How can we support women to free themselves of this life-threatening situation? What legal procedures are in place to help end this problem which ultimately affects all of us? Professor Lisa C. Smith is a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College and Brooklyn Law School. At Brooklyn Law School, she is the Director of Externship Programs and has taught the Prosecutors Clinic, the Family Law Violence Project and Innovations in Criminal Justice. She currently teaches a Domestic Violence Prosecutors Clinic in which third year students prosecute misdemeanor domestic violence cases in the local criminal court under Professor Smith’s supervision. Professor Smith is the Co-Chair of the AALS Clinical Section Externship Committee and is an appointee to the New York State Violence against Women DCJS Task Force.  Professor Smith was formerly the Executive Assistant District Attorney for Special Victims (Sex Crimes, Child Abuse, Domestic Violence) in the Office of the Kings County District Attorney. Professor Smith has served as the Co-Chairperson of both the ABA Committee on Reentry & Collateral Consequences and the Academic Committee of the Criminal Justice Section and as a member of the New York City Bar Association Committee on Domestic Violence.   Professor Smith was instrumental in the creation of the Family Justice Center in Brooklyn, NY and has worked on numerous innovative projects in the field of child abuse and domestic violence.   00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Professor Lisa Smith,Domestic Violence,October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month,Assaulted by a PartnerOctober is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we will recognize it today with Lisa Smith, a professor on the law faculty at the Brooklyn Law Schoohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/14/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/14/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/14/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 14 Oct 2013 16:30:00 GMT1/3 of Women Assaulted by a Partner, Global Report Says October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we will recognize it today with Antoinette Sedillo Lopez, a professor on the law faculty at the University of New Mexico. "In the first major global review of violence against women, a report released in June 2013 found that 30 percent of women reported having been physically or sexually assaulted by a former or current partner. The head of the World Health Organization, Dr. Margaret Chan, called it “a global health problem of epidemic proportions,” and other experts said screening for domestic violence should be added to all levels of health care. Among the findings: 40 percent of women killed worldwide were slain by a partner" (NYTimes.com, June 20, 2013).   00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Domestic Violence,Antoinette Sedillo Lopez,Violence Against Women,Assaulted by a PartnerOctober is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we will recognize it today with Antoinette Sedillo Lopez, a professor on the law faculty at the Univhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/10/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 Oct 2013 16:30:00 GMTLife Long Effects of BullyingOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month, and we will recognize it today with Dr. William Copeland, Associate Professor at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Copeland recently wrote an article (published online 2/20, 2013 In JAMA Psychiatry) on the long-term effects of bullying behavior.  The findings as to what extent bullying can affect a person’s adult functioning are alarming and should be a “call to arms,” to create effective bullying prevention programs in all schools and communities. Dr. William Copeland is a clinical psychologist and epidemiologist, who trained at the University of Vermont and completed his clinical internship at Duke University Medical Center. He is currently an Associate Professor at the Center for Developmental Epidemiology in the department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Copeland’s research program is supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the National Alliance for Research in Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD). 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr William Copeland,Bullying,October is National Bullying Prevention Month,ParentingOctober is National Bullying Prevention Month, and we will recognize it today with Dr. William Copeland, Associate Professor at Duke University Medical Center.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/30/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/30/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/30/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 30 Sep 2013 16:30:00 GMTVeterans, Military and LGBTQ - a Higher Risk of Suicide?Today, in recognition of September as National Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Annie Abram will talk with Dr. Ann Haas, of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention.She has a special interest in at risk populations such as veterans and the LGBQT community. Dr. Haas is responsible for developing and directing the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s education and suicide prevention programs, including the Interactive Screening Program (ISP), an anonymous online method of engaging individuals with untreated mental health problems to get help. She also directs AFSP’s suicide prevention initiatives for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender populations.   Dr. Haas received a Ph.D. in Sociology with an emphasis in health behavior and research methodology from Fordham University (1977). Before coming to AFSP in 2000, she was Professor and Chair of the Department of Health Sciences at Lehman College of the City University of New York. She has also held appointments at New York Medical College and the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Montrose, N.Y.  She has an extensive record of research on suicide, posttraumatic stress disorder and drug abuse and has published widely on these topics. She serves on the Task Force on LGBT Populations of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention and is a frequent speaker on bullying and suicide, suicide risk in LGBT populations, and veteran and military suicide.   00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Ann Haas,Suicide,Suicide Prevention Month,Suicide among Veterans and MilitaryToday, in recognition of September as National Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Annie Abram will talk with Dr. Ann Haas, of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/23/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/23/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/23/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 23 Sep 2013 18:30:00 GMTIs there a correlation between bullying and suicide? In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Matthew Wintersteen will discuss the disturbingly high rate of suicide, the third cause of death, among young people.What causes a young person to take his/her life?In the rise of cyberbullying a correlation between this phenomena and suicide is often made. Does empirical research validate this “hypothesis’? Dr. Wintersteen will address this concern as well as others. Matthew B. Wintersteen, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor and Director of Research in the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Thomas Jefferson University/Jefferson Medical College. Dr. Wintersteen is the Principal Investigator of a campus suicide prevention project designed to increase awareness about suicide, educate students and faculty, enhance linkages to services, and promote healthy behaviors. Dr. Wintersteen was on a national task force sponsored by the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) to develop Recognizing and Responding to Suicide Risk in Primary Care (RRSR-PC), a suicide prevention training program for primary care providers. Most recently, Dr. Wintersteen organized, participated, and moderated a panel of national and international experts on youth suicide tasked with developing an empiricially-informed list of warning signs for youth suicide.   00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Matthew Wintersteen,Suicide Among Young People,Bullying and Suicide,ParentingIn recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Matthew Wintersteen will discuss the disturbingly high rate of suicide, the third cause ofhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/16/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/16/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/09/16/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 16 Sep 2013 16:30:00 GMTThe Media and Its Influence on Young ChildrenChildren are exposed to media from day one. Even infants have a screen as their first baby sitter. How can we help young children in the media age to not have their autonomy, competence, problem solving capacity and overall cognitive and emotional well being compromised by being in front of screens? How can we as a society have productive dialogue about how violence in the media is a major force we must contend with in order to have healthy children? Diane E. Levin, Ph.D. is Professor of Education at Wheelock College in Boston, Massachusetts where she has been training early childhood professionals for over twenty-five years. She teaches courses on play, violence prevention, action research and a summer institute on “Media Madness”. Levin’s has a B.S. in Child Development from Cornell University, an M.S.Ed. in Special Education from Wheelock College, and an interdisciplinary Ph.D. in Sociology of Education and Child Development from Tufts University. Levin’s newest book is Beyond Remote-Controlled Childhood: Teaching Young Children in the Media Age,released by the National Association for the Education of Young Children in 2013. 00:37:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Diane Levin,Media and Young Children,Kids,ParentingChildren are exposed to media from day one. Even infants have a screen as their first baby sitter. How can we help young children in the media age to not have thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/08/19/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/08/19/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/08/19/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 19 Aug 2013 16:30:00 GMTWhat to say to children in the light of Trayvon Martin case?Dr. Annie Abram and her guest George Yancy, co-editor of Pursuing Trayvon Martin: Historical Contexts and Contemporary Manifestations of Racial Dynamics,will talk with us about racism and its impact on all people - people of color and whites. GEORGE YANCY is professor in the Department of Philosophy at Duquesne University. He received his Ph.D. (with honors) in philosophy from Duquesne University. He received an M.A. in philosophy from Yale University and a B.A. (cum laude) in philosophy from the University of Pittsburgh. He received a second M.A. from New York University in Black Studies. He has authored, edited, and co-edited 16 books, including Black Bodies, White Gazes: The Continuing Significance of Race (Rowman & Littlefield, 2008), Look, a White! Philosophical Essays on Whiteness (Temple University Press, 2012), and Pursuing Trayvon Martin (Lexington Books, 2012). His philosophical areas of specialization are Critical Whiteness Studies, Critical Philosophy of Race and African American Philosophy.  00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,George Yancy,Racism,Trayvon Martin,ParentingDr. Annie Abram and her guest George Yancy, co-editor of Pursuing Trayvon Martin: Historical Contexts and Contemporary Manifestations of Racial Dynamics,will tahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/22/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/22/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/22/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 22 Jul 2013 16:30:00 GMTWhat does the Supreme Court decision re: DOMA really mean?"On June 26, 2013, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Windsor v. United States that Section 3 of the so-called Defense of Marriage Act, the 1996 law that denies legally married same-sex couples over 1,100 protections and responsibilities of marriage, is unconstitutional." (www.freedomtomarry.org) There is more work to be done. Today’s guest, David McFarlane will talk about where we are and where we need to go for complete equality. David McFarlane is an attorney practicing in Los Angeles California in the healthcare and employee benefits area. David is also President-Elect of the Lesbian and Gay Lawyers Association of Los Angeles and a strong advocate of LGBT rights. He and his husband together with David's ex-wife are parents to 4 children who have been raised with a respect for and appreciation of diversity.   00:28:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,David McFarlane,DOMA Law,LGBT,Gay Marriage"On June 26, 2013, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Windsor v. United States that Section 3 of the so-called Defense of Marriage Act, the 1996 law thathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/15/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/15/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/15/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 15 Jul 2013 16:30:00 GMTViolence and its effect on parenting Today’s guest, Bonnie Harris, will talk with us about violence and its impact on our culture at large and the way we parent. “When fear drives our parenting, it prevents us from connecting and knowing our child. It keeps us stuck in our heads, in the past or the future, unable to hear what our child hears. It keeps us in reaction.” Harris, Bonnie (2008-08-17). Confident Parents, Remarkable Kids (p. 54). F+W Media, Inc. Kindle Edition. This frustration can result in parents “losing it”, which frequently results in violence and a rippling of violence which reverberates throughout our society. "Violence is what happens when we cannot manage our own suffering."  ~ Parker Palmer Call in to ask your questions during show time at (646) 716-5232 or email us at drannabram@gmail.com. 00:36:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Bonnie Harris,Connective Parenting,Violence and Parenting,ParentingToday’s guest, Bonnie Harris, will talk with us about violence and its impact on our culture at large and the way we parent. “When fear drives our parenting,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/08/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/08/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/07/08/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 08 Jul 2013 16:30:00 GMTDr. Annie Abram's guest today is Dr. Phyllis CheslerAre you outraged by custody battles frequently resulting in decisions that are not in the best interest of the child? We must find ways to change the justice system that discriminates against the "good enough" mother, and awards custody to fathers, who have proven themselves to be unfit, disinterested in the role, and often neglectful/abusive. Join Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Phyllis Chesler, author of "Mothers on Trial: The Battle for Children and Custody" for the live discussion. Call in to ask your questions during show time at (646) 716-5232 or email us at drannabram@gmail.com.00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Phyllis Chesler,custody battles,divorce and custody,parentingAre you outraged by custody battles frequently resulting in decisions that are not in the best interest of the child? We must find ways to change the justice syhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/24/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/24/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/24/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 24 Jun 2013 16:30:00 GMTInterview with Andrew Solomon, author of "Far From the Tree"Could you love a child if she/he were a criminal? A dwarf? Deaf? Born as the result of a rape? In his book: “Far from the Tree,” Andrew Solomon, today’s guest, “tells the stories of parents who not only learn to deal with their exceptional children but also develop profound meaning,” and personal transformation in doing so.  Annie Abram and Andrew Solomon will discuss this insightful work and the enormous capacity of parents to love their children. Andrew Solomon is a writer and lecturer on psychology, politics, and the arts; winner of the National Book Award for his clinically informative as well as deeply personal book The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression and an activist in LGBT rights, mental health, and the arts. Solomon’s newest book, Far From the Tree: Parents, Children, and the Search for Identity, published on November 13, 2012, won many national awards, and It was chosen as one of the New York Times Ten Best Books of 2012 and has been a New York Times bestseller. 00:36:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Andrew Solomon,Far From the Tree,Search for Identity,ParentingCould you love a child if she/he were a criminal? A dwarf? Deaf? Born as the result of a rape? In his book: “Far from the Tree,” Andrew Solomon, today’s guest,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/17/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/17/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/17/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 17 Jun 2013 16:30:00 GMTThe experience of a gay dad coming out to his childrenToday we will talk with Owen Cullen about his experience of coming out to his children. This will be the third broadcast honoring Gay Pride Month. Our guest today is Owen Cullen, 55 years, who came to the US with his wife and 11month old daughter in 1985. He has three children ranging in age from 28 to 22 years of age. The youngest and oldest are daughters and his middle child, age 26, is a son. He has worked in construction as a carpenter his entire career. Mr. Cullen knew he was gay in his early teens but “I just never allowed it to surface and suppressed it until my early forties.”  Coming out was “tumultuous at first but now life is good. I have a great partner; my kids love him and we both get along great with my ex wife." 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Owen Cullen,June LGBT Pride Month,LGBT,Gay dad coming outToday we will talk with Owen Cullen about his experience of coming out to his children. This will be the third broadcast honoring Gay Pride Month. Our guest todhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/10/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/10/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/10/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 10 Jun 2013 16:30:00 GMTChallenges and rewards of parenting a LGBTQ child Unconditional love and acceptance is the best recipe for a child’s well being in all areas of life: happiness, learning, healthy relationships with peers, parents, ability to problem solve, etc. How does a parent foster this secure attachment when a child’s development veers far from the norm? Dr. Denise Ajeto will talk about the importance of empathy in parenting typically developing children as well as those whose development is atypical. In honor of June’s Gay Pride month, Dr. Ajeto will talk about her fraternal twins: a lesbian and female to male transgendered son. Denise M. Ajeto, EdD earned her doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2008 from Seattle University.  Her dissertation, From wounded child to empathic mother: A heuristic inquiry into the experience of parenting sexual minority children, was an examination into the meaning of her experience coming to accept her children’s sexual and gender identities. Her research into empathic parenting explored the relationship between parental empathy and secure attachment and the role these concepts play in healthy identity development in children, particularly lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) children. Dr. Ajeto also holds a Master of Arts degree in Existential Phenomenological Psychology from Seattle University and a Bachelor of Arts degree with an emphasis in Psychology from City University. Dr. Ajeto’s book, A Soul Has No Gender: Lessons on love and acceptance through the eyes of a mother of sexual and gender minority children, was published in 2009 through Sense Publishers. Dr. Ajeto resides in Arlington, WA with her husband, Renato. They are the proud parents and stepparents of five grown children and doting grandparents to seven grandchildren. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Denise Ajeto,June LGBT Pride Month,Transgendered Child,LGBTUnconditional love and acceptance is the best recipe for a child’s well being in all areas of life: happiness, learning, healthy relationships with peers, parehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/03/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/03/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/06/03/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 03 Jun 2013 16:30:00 GMTCommemorating Gay Pride MonthJune is Gay Pride Month. Today and for the next three shows we will  commemorate the progress the LGBT movement for equal rights has made. In recalling the beginning of the modern gay rights movement in 1969, marked by the Stonewall riots, we will discuss the main concerns of the LGBT community today. Today’s guest is Andy Humm, a gay rights activist since 1974.Andy Humm has been a gay activist since 1974 helping lead the fight for New York City's gay rights bill that passed in 1986 through the efforts of the Coalition for Lesbian and Gay rights and getting explicit AIDS education in the public schools in the 1990s through his work as director of education at the Hetrick-Martin Institute for LGBT youth. A lifelong journalist as well, he has co-hosted the national "Gay USA" television program weekly since 1985 and writes regularly for the Gay City News and Gotham Gazette. Andy Humm was host of WNET-TV's "Informed Sources" weekly reporters' roundtable in the 1990s. Mr. Humm's work has also appeared in the NY Times, Daily News, and Post.   00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Andy Humm,June LGBT Pride Month,Gay Activists,Gay RigthsJune is Gay Pride Month. Today and for the next three shows we will  commemorate the progress the LGBT movement for equal rights has made. In recalling the begihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/20/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/20/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/20/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 20 May 2013 16:30:00 GMTThe Challenges of the Sandwich Generation “Our hopes and dreams for families are to have strong, functioning relationships worth reproducing … relationships treasured and remembered by generations to come ...” (Rhonda Caudell). Sadly, very often these relationships are fractured and estranged, and all involved feel hopeless and helpless. Our guest today, Rhonda Caudell, will provide guidance to help us navigate this seemingly endless maze, helping baby boomers assist their aging parents, and at the same time pass down a legacy of attachment for our own children. Rhonda Caudell, RN, CCM, CGCM is an elderly parent care coach, elder advocate, and author. Mrs. Caudell consults with seniors and caregivers of elderly parent(s) or elderly family members. Most of her clients are baby boomers caring for elderly parents, and they don't have the time, energy, or knowledge of how to care for their aging parent(s). Mrs. Caudell can help them navigate the maze of medical and non-medical care and find resources and solutions while providing geriatric care managment. http://endlesslegacy.com 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Rhonda Caudell RN CCM CGCM,Sandwich Generation,Elderly Parents Care,Geriatric Care Managment“Our hopes and dreams for families are to have strong, functioning relationships worth reproducing … relationships treasured and remembered by generations to chttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/13/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/13/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/13/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 13 May 2013 16:30:00 GMTThe importance of the father/daughter relationship How often do we think about a father’s contribution to his daughter’s development? Now ask yourself the same question with regard to a father/son relationship. Why is the mother/daughter and mother/son relationship a discussion we find in scholarly and self-help books, professional journals, novels, and memoirs, but the same is not true for the father/daughter relationship?  Listen in while Karen Johnson, author of Voices of Daughters” and Dr. Annie Abram discuss this “missing” subject and why it’s not partof our public discourse about parenting. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Karen Johnson,Father Daughter Relationship,Girls healthy development,ParentingHow often do we think about a father’s contribution to his daughter’s development? Now ask yourself the same question with regard to a father/son relationship.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/06/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/06/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/05/06/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 06 May 2013 14:00:00 GMTThe first years of life in a child's developmentA child's first year of life is critical for her development. Little attention however, has focused on the mother's experience/development during this time. Our guest, Dr. Becky Brittain, will talk with us about the dynamic "dance" that goes on between mother and child during that time. Becky Brittain received her doctorate in prenatal and perinatal psychology from Santa Barbara Graduate Institute. As “The Mothering Coach” she works with expecting couples, families, infants and children to enhance optimal development and to address with issues of adjustment, attachment, regulation and birth trauma in her studio in St. Louis, Mo. She integrates the new brain science in all of her work. Becky is a registered dance-movement therapist.  She received her masters with this specialization from U. C.L.A. She currently works part-time with adolescents and adults with eating disorders at McCallum Place where she facilitates authentic movement and creative arts therapy work. She was chosen by the Andrea Rizzo Foundation (Drea’s Dream) to start a dance therapy program with pediatric cancer patients at Cardianl Glennon Medical Center She teaches a course in Somatic Psychology at Washington University in St. Louis. the new She started the provision of undergraduate dance therapy  classes there. Becky’s artistry facilitates creative discovery of potential with body mind spirit integration for all ages in the dance of life. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Becky Britain,mothering,first years in a childs development,ParentingA child's first year of life is critical for her development. Little attention however, has focused on the mother's experience/development during this time. Ourhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/29/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/29/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/29/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 29 Apr 2013 16:30:00 GMTChild Abuse Prevention Child maltreatment is an unspeakable crime. It occurs far too frequently, and its consequences have a life long effect on the victim, which are often passed along to the next generation. In observance of April’s Child Abuse Prevention month, the “Ask Dr. Annie Abram” will be devoted to this topic. Ms. Karina Forrest-Perkins, president and CEO for Prevent Child Abuse Minnesota, will be our guest. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Child Abuse Prevention,Karina Forrest Perkins,Child Maltreatment,ParentingChild maltreatment is an unspeakable crime. It occurs far too frequently, and its consequences have a life long effect on the victim, which are often passed alhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/22/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/22/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/22/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 22 Apr 2013 16:30:00 GMTRaising a child with ASD/Autism   In continuing observance of April, Autism Awareness Month, today Dr. Annie Abram will interview Alina Rodescu-Pitchon, a mother of 26 old Ben about the challenges and rewords of raising a child with ASD. AlinaRodescu-Pitchon was born in Bucharest, Romania and emigrated to the US with her family as a child in 1964. She graduated from Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture and Planning to go on to work in NYC. After working at I.M.Pei & Partners, Costas Kondylis, and Gal Nauer Architects, she now heads her own design practice, Pitchon Design Group. She is the proud mom of Ben, 26, and lives in Wilton, CT.   00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Alina Rodescu Pitchon,ASD,Autism,raising a child with ASDIn continuing observance of April, Autism Awareness Month, today Dr. Annie Abram will interview Alina Rodescu-Pitchon, a mother of 26 old Ben about the challhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/15/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/15/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/15/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 15 Apr 2013 16:30:00 GMTSexuality and healthy relationships for people with I/DD In the last two decades, enormous progress has been made in the way society has approached those with intellectual developmental disabilities (I/DD). However, until very recently sexuality and the development of healthy relationships has not been part of the discussion. Our guest, Leslie Walker-Hirsch, is a pioneer in the field and will talk with us about how to best address sexuality in a holistic way and the emerging sexual feelings accompanying puberty with those with I/DD. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,IDD,Leslie Walker Hirsch,Intellectual and development disabilities,Sexuality of people with IDDIn the last two decades, enormous progress has been made in the way society has approached those with intellectual developmental disabilities (I/DD). However,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/08/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/08/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/08/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 08 Apr 2013 16:30:00 GMTSpecial Education InclusionInclusion remains a controversial concept in education because it relates to educational and social values, as well as to our sense of individual worth. Dr. Annie Abram will discuss special education inclusion with Mary Ulrich, who holds a Masters and Doctorate in Early Childhood and Special Education. Mary E. Ulrich didn’t know anything about people with severe disabilities until her son Aaron was born. Fortunately, a new law (now called IDEA) had just been passed and Mary, Aaron and a whole group of parents, professionals and citizens used every ounce of power of the law to get Aaron and others into public schools and included in their communities. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Mary Ulrich,Autism,Inclusion,Special Education InclusionInclusion remains a controversial concept in education because it relates to educational and social values, as well as to our sense of individual worth. Dr. Anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/01/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/01/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/04/01/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 01 Apr 2013 16:30:00 GMTWhat is autism? "Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. They include autistic disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) and Asperger syndrome." http://www.autismspeaks.org Dr. Annie Abram will be interviewing Ms. Kathy Roberts in honor of tomorrow's World Autism Awareness Day. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Kathy Roberts,Autism,Giant Steps,Autism spectrum disorder"Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, inhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/25/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/25/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/25/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 25 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMTTeen culture: From Harry Potter to Steubenville As a follow up to last week's episode the over-sexualization of girls, today we will hear from two 17 year old teenagers, a young man Alex Hare, and a young woman Alice Wilder. They will talk about their own experience in growing up in this media driven culture. Ironically, they met at a Harry Potter convention. Alex Hare is a senior in high school. He has interests in a wide variety of subjects such as music, math, space, travel, and drinking exorbitant amounts of green tea and coffee. He is an active member of his school's Student Council and is involved in various musical groups. Alex will be studying engineering next year, and while he's excited for it, would also love it if adults would stop asking him if he has his entire future figured out.  Alex’s social activism began through his interest in Harry Potter. Alice Wilder, 17, lives in Charlotte, North Carolina and attends Northwest School of the Arts. She has been a blogger for SPARK summit since June 2012. SPARK summit is a girl-fueled activist movement to demand an end to the sexualization of women and girls in media. Alice is the editor-in-chief of her school newspaper, Intermission. She has been featured on Upworthy and the Charlotte Observer. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Oversexualization of girls,Teen culture,media driven teen culture,SPARKAs a follow up to last week's episode the over-sexualization of girls, today we will hear from two 17 year old teenagers, a young man Alex Hare, and a young wohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/18/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/18/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/18/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 18 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMTThe oversexualization of girls in the media. From a very early age, girls learn their appearance is highly valued and correlated with their “worth” as a person. Babies and toddlers learn about beautiful princesses. Next comes Barbie, which promotes first and foremost that sexiness is the most important characteristic or interest a girl “should” have, and the marketing of sexually provocative clothing is targeted at females from toddlerhood through out life. Video games, movies, music, TV programs, and toys, which are marketed to children are full of degrading images that objectify and sexualize girls and women. Little girls go from being toddlers to teenagers with nothing in between. The American Psychological Association (2007) reports that oversexualization has frightening consequences for healthy development. It makes a correlation between the three most common problems in girls and women: eating disorders, low self-esteem, and depression. What can we as educators and parents do to combat this disturbing trend? Dr. Robi Ludwig and Alice Wilder will join Dr. Annie Abram to discuss this subject. Robi Ludwig is a psychotherapist in NYC. Dr. Robi is also a relationship contributor to "Investigation Discovery", a regular TV commentator on shows such as: "The Today Show", "Entertainment Tonight", "Jane Velez Mitchel", "Lou Dobbs Tonight" as well as the former host of TLC's "One Week to Save Your Marriage" and GSN's "Without Prejudice". (DrRobiLudwig.com) Alice Wilder, 17, lives in Charlotte, North Carolina and attends Northwest School of the Arts. She has been a blogger for SPARK summit since June 2012. SPARK summit is a girl-fueled activist movement to demand an end to the sexualization of women and girls in media. Alice is the editor-in-chief of her school newspaper, Intermission. She has been featured on Upworthy and the Charlotte Observer. 00:36:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Robi Ludwig,Alice Wilder,Oversexualization of girls,Oversexualization of teenagersFrom a very early age, girls learn their appearance is highly valued and correlated with their “worth” as a person. Babies and toddlers learn about beautiful phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/11/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/11/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/11/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 11 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMTDepression in Women Women are two times more likely than men to experience depression at some point in their life.  This higher rate in women isn’t due to biology alone. One’s life situation and cultural stressors play a role too. In order for women as well as men to get appropriate treatment, we need advocacy to eliminate the stigma surrounding depression and mental illness.  How does a mother with mental illness cope with four children? Certainly we're familiar with the extreme examples such as Susan Smith but there are many more women who are suffering and not getting help. How as a society can we make help acceptable and accessible for women to get good as well as preventive mental health care? Dr. Annie Abram and Dr. Ruth White will talk about these concerns. Kathy McShane, will be moderating the discussion. 00:34:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Ruth White,Depression in Women,Mental illness,ParentingWomen are two times more likely than men to experience depression at some point in their life.  This higher rate in women isn’t due to biology alone. One’s lifhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/04/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/04/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/03/04/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 04 Mar 2013 17:30:00 GMTDepression in Women Why am I feeling so bad? Women suffer from depression for a variety of reasons. Becoming a mother often triggers depression, as do other developmental stages, life events, and trauma. Today, Dr. Erika Bocknek, from the Michigan-based Relationship Institute, will join Dr. Annie, to discuss the causes, and warning signs of post-natal baby-blues and postpartum depression, as well as depression in later life stages. Dr. Annie and Dr. Bocknek will talk about the effects that depression can have on women and their children.  Beth Blake will be moderating the discussion. Erika Bocknek, Ph.D is a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families. Erika specializes in work with couples facing important early lifecycle transitions including cohabiting, engagement and premarital, newly married, and early parenting couples. Issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse may be particular stressors Erika works with her clients to manage. In addition, Erika specializes in the parent-child relationship and has intensive training in early child development.   00:39:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Erika Bocknek,Depression in Women,Postpartum depression,Early Child DevelopmentWhy am I feeling so bad? Women suffer from depression for a variety of reasons. Becoming a mother often triggers depression, as do other developmental stages,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/25/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/25/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/25/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 25 Feb 2013 17:30:00 GMTTeen Dating Violence Awareness Month Your Teen is Dating . . . Now what do you do?!  Today’s teens date very differently than their parents. Dr. Annie, co-host Beth Blake and Mike Domitrz, creator of “HELP! My Teen is Dating. Real Solutions to Tough Conversations,” will present ideas and how-to’s to equip parents with the tools they need to talk to their kids about healthy dating relationships. Mike Domitrz is a host and creator of “HELP! My Teen is Dating. Real Solutions to Tough Conversations," the award-winning DVD for families. Mike, founder of the DateSafeProject.org, offers a smart approach for teens on dating, sexual decision-making, and safety (including reducing sexual assault and dating violence). Mike has been invited around the globe to share his unique insight and powerful how-to skills. Learn more at www.HelpMyTeenIsDating.com 00:35:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Mike Domitrz,Teen Dating Violence,Ask Dr Annie Abram,ParentingYour Teen is Dating . . . Now what do you do?!  Today’s teens date very differently than their parents. Dr. Annie, co-host Beth Blake and Mike Domitrz, creatorhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/18/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/18/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/18/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 18 Feb 2013 17:30:00 GMTTeen Dating Violence Awareness MonthDr. Annie, co-host Beth Blake, and Emily Leventhal will be discussing teen dating violence and Emily’s work in educating students in K-12 about the effects of dating violence in all socio-economic demographics. While all schools are required to have anti-bullying policies, many do an inadequate job of communicating and implementing the policy to parents and educators. As a result of this and other social stigmas, teen dating violence is an under-reported crime. Emily Leventhal is the Middle and High School Education Coordinator for PeaceWorks, the violence prevention education program of the Domestic Violence Crisis Center in Stamford, CT.  She develops curriculum and presents to teens  in Fairfield, County, CT about forming and maintaining healthy and satisfying relationships.   00:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Emily Leventhal,Teen Dating Violence,Domestic Violence,ParentingDr. Annie, co-host Beth Blake, and Emily Leventhal will be discussing teen dating violence and Emily’s work in educating students in K-12 about the effects of dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/11/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/11/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/02/11/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 11 Feb 2013 17:30:00 GMTTeen Dating Violence Awareness Month One in three young people experience some form of dating abuse. Can you recognize the signs? Dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to exert power and control over a dating partner.  Every relationship is different, but the one thing that is common to most abusive dating relationships is that the violence escalates over time and becomes more and more dangerous for the young victim. Dr. Annie is joined by co-host, Beth Blake to discuss this growing concern, ways of coping, and how to get help if your child is a victim. 00:46:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Beth Blake,Dating Violence,Teenage Dating Violence,Victims of dating violenceOne in three young people experience some form of dating abuse. Can you recognize the signs? Dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to exert pohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/28/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/28/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/28/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 28 Jan 2013 17:30:00 GMTCould you love a child if she/he were a criminal? How could you love a child if she/he were a criminal? A dwarf? Deaf? Born as the result of a rape? In the new book by Andrew Solomon, “Far from the Tree,” Solomon tells the stories of parents who not only learn to deal with their exceptional children but also find profound meaning in doing so.  Dr. Annie and guest host, Beth Blake, discuss this insightful work in the context of the enormous capacity of parents to love their children. 00:44:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Andrew Solomon,Far from the Tree,Search for Identity,ParentingHow could you love a child if she/he were a criminal? A dwarf? Deaf? Born as the result of a rape? In the new book by Andrew Solomon, “Far from the Tree,” Solomhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 Jan 2013 17:30:00 GMTThe Need for Parenting Education.Today, Dr. Annie and co-host, Beth Blake, are joined by Bonnie Harris, director of New Hampshire-based Connective Parenting, a philosophy of parenting that nurtures, encourages and focuses on a child’s strengths rather than relative weaknesses. In this show, Annie Abram and Bonnie Harris will discuss mental illness and the influence of parents on their child’s lives. 00:47:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Bonnie Harris,Beth Blake,Parenting Education,Mental IllnessToday, Dr. Annie and co-host, Beth Blake, are joined by Bonnie Harris, director of New Hampshire-based Connective Parenting, a philosophy of parenting that nurthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/14/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/14/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/14/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 14 Jan 2013 17:30:00 GMTLoss and Grieving is a Part of LifeToday, 1/14/13, we will be discussing how to help children and parents grief the loss of the loved one. Dr. Annie will be joined by our guest Dr. Shari Butler, and we will have a guest host, Beth Blake moderating. Shari Butler, MPH PhD, received a BA in Psychology and a Masters in Public Health from UCLA. She completed her PhD at the California School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Butler's book: Living Life to the Fullest After the Loss of Your Parents: Becoming Myself was published in 2003. Co-host, Beth Blake, Principal at PRability, is a PR and communications consultant who provides both strategic and tactical counsel to small- and mid-sized companies and non-profits. One of Beth's personal interests is advocating for good parenting. 00:38:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Shari Butler,Beth Blake,Grief,LossToday, 1/14/13, we will be discussing how to help children and parents grief the loss of the loved one. Dr. Annie will be joined by our guest Dr. Shari Butlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2013/01/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 Jan 2013 17:30:00 GMTHow Do You Cope With the Tragedy of Newtown?Today, 1/7/13, we will be discussing the Newtown shooting, and it's long term effect on all of us.  Dr. Annie will be joined by our guest Dr. Shari Butler, and we will have a guest host, Beth Blake moderating. Join us for an insightful conversation about loss, grief and coping. Shari Butler, MPH PhD, received a BA in Psychology and a Masters in Public Health from UCLA. She completed her PhD at the California School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Butler's book: Living Life to the Fullest After the Loss of Your Parents: Becoming Myself was published in 2003. Co-host, Beth Blake, Principal at PRability, is a PR and communications consultant who provides both strategic and tactical counsel to small- and mid-sized companies and non-profits. One of Beth's personal interests is advocating for good parenting. 00:46:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Beth Blake,Shari Butler,Newtown shooting,Sandy Hook ShoothingToday, 1/7/13, we will be discussing the Newtown shooting, and it's long term effect on all of us.  Dr. Annie will be joined by our guest Dr. Shari Butler, andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/12/17/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/12/17/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/12/17/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 17 Dec 2012 17:30:00 GMTThere are 28 victims not just 26 in the Newtown shooting.Today, 12/17/12, we are going to turn the table. The Newtown shooting has brought many strong emotions and opinions. Dr. Annie will be joined by our returning guest Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, and we will have a guest host, Beth Blake. Join us for an insightful conversation about mental illness, and familial relationships. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Newtown Shoothing,Gun control,Ruth Nemzoff,Sandy Hook ShoothingToday, 12/17/12, we are going to turn the table. The Newtown shooting has brought many strong emotions and opinions. Dr. Annie will be joined by our returninghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/12/10/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/12/10/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/12/10/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 10 Dec 2012 17:30:00 GMTFamily relationships during the holidaysToday, 12/10/12, our guest is Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan,2008), and Don't Roll Your Eyes: Making In-Laws Into Family (Palgrave/Macmillan, September 2012). 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Ruth Nemzoff,Psychotherapy,Holidays,FamilyToday, 12/10/12, our guest is Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/26/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/26/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/26/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 26 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMTDon't allow family conflict ruin your holidays. Our guest, Bonnie Harris will share her expertise in how to navigate difficult family situations during the holidays. Bonnie Harris, MS Ed, is the director of Connective Parenting and has been a parenting specialist for twenty-five years. Parent educator, professional trainer, counselor, author, and international speaker, Harris is known for her pioneering mindset shift out of the reward and punishment model to a connected relationship. She received her master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Bank Street College in New York City. In 1990, she founded The Parent Guidance Center in New Hampshire. Based on her book, When Your Kids Push Your Buttons (2003), Bonnie teaches Buttons parent workshops and professional trainings internationally. Her second book Confident Parents, Remarkable Kids: 8 Principles for Raising Kids You’ll Love to Live With (2008) distills her groundbreaking work into 8 key principles and practical strategies. She has appeared on The Today Show, Asia News, ABC Australia broadcast among others and has been featured in Parenting, Parents, Good Housekeeping, Essence, and Working Mother magazines. Bonnie is the mother of two grown children and lives with her husband in New Hampshire. To learn more — www.bonnieharris.com 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Bonnie Harris,Psychotherapy,Holidays,ParentingOur guest, Bonnie Harris will share her expertise in how to navigate difficult family situations during the holidays. Bonnie Harris, MS Ed, is the director ofhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/19/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/19/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/19/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 19 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMTLearn about a school's system approach to prevent bullying. Tom Strasburger is Vice President of PublicSchoolWORKS, a Cincinnati-based company that provides  comprehensive, fully-automated risk management system available for schools today. He has more than 20 years of experience working with schools in various aspects of business operations. Tom is actively involved in the company's mission to support the health and safety requirements that affect the learning environment. He works directly with schools to implement student and staff safety and bullying prevention programs. He has extensive knowledge of current laws focused on bullying prevention and reporting, as well as bullying training requirements for staff. The Student Bullying Reporting System is one of the key components of StudentWatch. It provides 24/7 online and telephone systems for students and parents to report bullying incidents, with built-in communication tools that immediately notify school administrators. As a result, administration has the data needed to immediately address, enhance and improve student safety programs and meet regulatory mandates. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Tom Strasburger,anti-bullying,school,ParentingTom Strasburger is Vice President of PublicSchoolWORKS, a Cincinnati-based company that provides  comprehensive, fully-automated risk management system availabhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/12/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/12/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/12/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 12 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMTYou Can Stop Bullying Today we will talk about teaching anti bullying in schools. Our guest, Dr. Claudio Cerullo, is an anti-bullying educator, author of antibullying books for children K-8:  Teaching Anti-Bullying K-8 (Dec. 2011), and Stop Bullying Me (May 2012). He has also filmed two recent educational videos on bullying entitled:  Bullying-Children with Special Needs and Teaching Anti-Bullying K-8 both released in December of 2011 and have made the Sears great books list on antibullying for 2012. Newly released is TAB 1.0, a new bullying computer application for school students, parents, and teachers to use in their classrooms and another book on cyberbullying for this fall 2012.   00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Dr Claudio Cerullo,Bullying,Anti Bullying,ParentingToday we will talk about teaching anti bullying in schools. Our guest, Dr. Claudio Cerullo, is an anti-bullying educator, author of antibullying books for chilhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/05/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/05/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/11/05/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 05 Nov 2012 17:30:00 GMTHow You Can Help to Prevent Bullying Survivor, expert and activist Jodee Blanco is one of the country’s pre-eminent voices on the subject of school bullying. She is the author of TheNew York Times bestseller, Please Stop Laughing At Me . . . One Woman’s Inspirational Story, a chronicle of her years as the student outcast. Jodee Blanco’s understanding of why kids abuse other kids comes from a deep personal place. From fifth grade through the end of high school, she was rejected and tormented by her peers simply for being different. As an adult, she decided to go public with her story as a way of shedding light on this social problem. Blanco’s work has been published in Japanese, Danish and Arabic. She lives in the suburbs of Chicago. For more information on Blanco and how to bring her to your school or community to share her story live, visit her website at www.jodeeblanco.com. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Familie,Jodee Blanco,Anti-Bullying Campaign,BullyingSurvivor, expert and activist Jodee Blanco is one of the country’s pre-eminent voices on the subject of school bullying. She is the author of TheNew York Timeshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/22/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/22/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/22/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 22 Oct 2012 16:30:00 GMTHow You Can Prevent Teenage Dating Violence?Our guest, Emily Leventhal, Education Coordinator for PeaceWorks, the violence prevention education program of the Domestic Violence Crisis Center in Stamford, CT will talk about teens forming and maintaining healthy relationships. After earning a masters degree in Non-Fiction Writing from Johns Hopkins University and a masters degree in English and American Literature from Columbia University, Emily Leventhal taught kindergarten and high school English in the Bronx, NY.  Currently, she is the Middle and High School Education Coordinator for PeaceWorks, the violence prevention education program of the Domestic Violence Crisis Center in Stamford, CT.  She develops curriculum and presents to teens  in Fairfield, County, CT about forming and maintaining healthy and satisfying relationships. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Emily Leventhal,Psychotherapy,Domestic Violence,ParentingOur guest, Emily Leventhal, Education Coordinator for PeaceWorks, the violence prevention education program of the Domestic Violence Crisis Center in Stamford,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/15/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/15/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/15/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 15 Oct 2012 16:30:00 GMTTeenage Dating Violence Our guest, Marissa Presley, is Bilingual Prevention Education Specialist for Laura’s House (a shelter for battered women which is named for a teenage girl who was killed by her boyfriend). Marissa develops outreach events and manages the H.E.A.R.T.  Program: Healthy Emotions and Attitudes in Relationships for Teens. Through this program Marissa has the opportunity to provide dating violence prevention workshops in public/private schools; youth service organizations, detention centers, and congregations. She has experience mentoring at-risk youth and developing relationships with the community in diverse, multicultural contexts. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Marissa Presley,Psychotherapy,Teenage Dating Violence,ParentingOur guest, Marissa Presley, is Bilingual Prevention Education Specialist for Laura’s House (a shelter for battered women which is named for a teenage girl whohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/01/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/01/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/10/01/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 01 Oct 2012 16:30:00 GMT10/01 - An Inspiring Story of Surviving Domestic ViolenceOur guest, Deborah Lysholm, is an accomplished dancer and a survivor of 23 years of domestic violence, and the first woman in the US to file a domestic law suit in civil court. Deborah’s story of survival is featured in several major newspapers and television news shows. She is a sought-after speaker, enlightening audiences that violence in the home still affects 25% of U.S. women (The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). She will share her inspiring story as a way of giving others hope. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Deborah Lysholm,Psychotherapy,Domestic Violence,Survivor of Domestic ViolenceOur guest, Deborah Lysholm, is an accomplished dancer and a survivor of 23 years of domestic violence, and the first woman in the US to file a domestic law suithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/09/24/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/09/24/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/09/24/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 24 Sep 2012 16:30:00 GMTCollateral Damage: Children Exposed to Domestic Violence Our returning guest, Kathryn Tull, M.A., MFT, is an experienced and accomplished speaker, trainer, clinician, consultant, and a survivior of domestic violence herself. She has generously offered to share her story as a way of giving others hope and inspiration. Today she will be speaking about the chapters she authored in a four book series,"Violence and Abuse in Society: Understanding a Global Crisis,"  edited by Angela Browne Miller, PhD, DSW, MPH.  Kathryn's chapters are featured in Volume 4," Faces of Intimate Partner Violence." 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Kathryn Tull,Domestic Violence,Kids,ParentingOur returning guest, Kathryn Tull, M.A., MFT, is an experienced and accomplished speaker, trainer, clinician, consultant, and a survivior of domestic violencehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/09/17/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/09/17/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/09/17/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 17 Sep 2012 16:30:00 GMT9/17 Recovery from Domestic ViolenceKathryn Tull, M.A., MFT, is a specialist in the field of relationship communication and family violence prevention and intervention, Kathryn has provided training to professionals in the fields of clinical psychology, higher education, social services, business, nonprofit organizations, national security, the arts and entrepreneurs. Kathryn Tull, M.A., MFT: Clinical Psychology, Applied Community Psychology, Antioch University. MFC 44809 Continuing Education Provider, Board of Behavioral Sciences, State of  California Nationally Certified Trainer, ACT Against Violence, American Psychological Association, Washington DC00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Domestic Violence,Kathryn Tull,Victims of Domestic Violence,ParentingKathryn Tull, M.A., MFT, is a specialist in the field of relationship communication and family violence prevention and intervention, Kathryn has provided trainihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/08/13/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/08/13/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/08/13/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 13 Aug 2012 16:30:00 GMT8/13 Domestic Violence - How to Get HelpListen to our on-line radio show every Monday, at 12:30 - 1:00 PM EST. The show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent, and feeling competent in this role. Our returning guest, Susan Delaney, Director of Medical Advocacy at the Domestic Violence Crisis Center in Norwalk/Stamford, will talk with us about domestic violence. We will continue our conversation with a focus on supporting the victim. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Susan Delaney,Domestic Violence,DVCC,Mindful ParentingListen to our on-line radio show every Monday, at 12:30 - 1:00 PM EST. The show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/08/06/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/08/06/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/08/06/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 06 Aug 2012 16:30:00 GMTDomestic Violence - Interview with Susan Daleney of DVCCListen to our on-line radio show every Monday, at 12:30 - 1:00 PM EST. The show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent, and feeling competent in this role. Our guest, Susan Delaney, Director of Medical Advocacy at the Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) in Norwalk/Stamford will talk with us about domestic violence: identifing the commen signs before the violent abuse begins, educating professionals and the general public re: domestic violence, and helping all of us understand the enormity of domestic violence and how we can help. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoDr Annie Abram,Susan Delaney,domestic violence,DVCC,ParentingListen to our on-line radio show every Monday, at 12:30 - 1:00 PM EST. The show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/23/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/23/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/23/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 23 Jul 2012 16:30:00 GMTHelping Obese ChildrenOur guest, Nicki Klinkhamer, will share with us her experience in providing help to obese children to lose weight and to teach them how to stay fit and healthy afterwords. Ms. Klinkhamer runs a nonprofit organization in Chicagoland - ProActive Kids (PAK) - for kids 8-14 who are in the 85Th percentile and above in weight. PAK has been operating for over 3 years and over 150 kids and their families have gone through its 8 week program designed to decrease weight, BMI, fat mass, etc. If you would like to ask questions on air please call (646) 716 5232 during show time or email: drannabram@gmail.com. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,obesity,kids,Nicki KlinkhamerOur guest, Nicki Klinkhamer, will share with us her experience in providing help to obese children to lose weight and to teach them how to stay fit and healthyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/16/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/16/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/16/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 16 Jul 2012 16:30:00 GMTChildhood Obesity PreventionNatalie Digate Muth, MD, MPH, RD, a community pediatrician and registered dietitian widely recognized for her expertise in childhood obesity, nutrition, and fitness will talk with us how to prevent childhood obesity, and how to help your child if he/she suffers from it already. If you would like to ask questions on air please call (646) 716 5232 during show time or email: drannabram@gmail.com. Dr. Muth's book Eat Your Vegetables! and Other Mistakes Parents Make: Redefining How to Raise Healthy Eaters was released in April 2012. Natalie’s own personal struggle with childhood obesity served as impetus to adopt a heart-felt personal mission to devote all efforts to combating childhood obesity. And that especially includes helping kids to prevent it from happening in the first place. A spokesperson for the American Council on Exercise (ACE), Dr. Muth informs media outlets throughout the country on pertinent nutrition and fitness issues. She is a sought after pediatric expert by the media. She has appeared on ABC World News Now; is a regular guest on San Diego Living; and has been quoted in multiple print and online outlets including The New York Times, Health Magazine, Seattle Times, Denver Post, WebMD, and Slate. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,obesity,Natalie Digate Muth MD,healthy eatingNatalie Digate Muth, MD, MPH, RD, a community pediatrician and registered dietitian widely recognized for her expertise in childhood obesity, nutrition, and fithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/09/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/09/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/09/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 09 Jul 2012 16:30:00 GMT7/9 - Legal and Social Discrimination Against Gay People SEAN G. MASSEY, a research associate professor at Binghamton University, will talk about prejudice and discrimination towards gay community. Among Dr. Massey's many publications is: Massey, S. G. (2010). Valued differences or benevolent stereotypes? Exploring the influence of positive beliefs on anti-gay and anti-lesbian attitudes. Psychology & Sexuality, 1(2), 115-130. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,LGBT,Sean Massey,gay,lesbianSEAN G. MASSEY, a research associate professor at Binghamton University, will talk about prejudice and discrimination towards gay community. Among Dr. Massey'http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/02/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/02/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/07/02/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 02 Jul 2012 16:30:00 GMTThe Experience of Coming Out as GaySEAN G. MASSEY, a research associate professor of Binghampton University, will talk about his personal experience and his research on this topic. Among Dr. Massey's many publications are: Massey, S. G. (2010). Valued differences or benevolent stereotypes? Exploring the influence of positive beliefs on anti-gay and anti-lesbian attitudes. Psychology & Sexuality, 1(2), 115-130.  Massey, S. G. (2010). Attitudinal ambivalence in the developmental contexts of LGB adolescents. In C. Bertram, M. S. Crowley, and S. G. Massey (eds.), Beyond Progress and Marginalization: LGTQ Youth in Educational Contexts. New York, NY: Peter Lang. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,LGBT,SEAN MASSEY,gaySEAN G. MASSEY, a research associate professor of Binghampton University, will talk about his personal experience and his research on this topic. Among Dr. Mashttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 May 2012 16:30:00 GMTIs Social Media Addictive to Young People? Kevin Roberts, a recovered video game addict, will talk about a new addiction in our culture - social media, which many parents don't know how to deal with. Kevin Roberts, M.A., is a recovering video game addict and ADHD adult who has struggled, as well, with anxiety. Roberts is open about how the loss of his father through abandonment at two years of age contributed to his addiction  He has a Master’s Degree in ADHD Studies from Antioch University. Roberts runs support groups to help cyber addicts who struggle to get their lives back on track. His background is in education, and for the last eleven years he has been an academic coach, helping folks dealing with ADHD and other learning differences succeed in school and life.  He speaks around the country about video gaming addiction and ADHD and is the author of Cyber Junkie:  Escape the Internet and Gaming Trap (Hazelden 2010). His second book, on ADHD, will be released with Hazelden Publishing in May 2012:  Movers, Dreamers, and Risk Takers: Unlocking the Power of ADHD. 00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Kevin Roberts,addiction,social media addictionKevin Roberts, a recovered video game addict, will talk about a new addiction in our culture - social media, which many parents don't know how to deal with. Kehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/14/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/14/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/14/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 14 May 2012 16:30:00 GMTReid Vanderburgh - a TranstherapistReid Vanderburgh, MA, LMFT, is a retired marriage and family therapist, living in Portland, Oregon. He received his MA in Counseling Psychology from John F. Kennedy University’s Graduate School for Holistic Studies in 2001. During his career as a therapist, he worked with over 450 clients, helping them answer the question, “How do I want to live my life?”, in the context of gender identity. He now works as a writer, educator, clinical supervisor, and consultant on issues pertaining to trans identity. Reid is a member of IFGE (International Foundation for Gender Education) and WPATH (World Professional Association for Transgender Health). He is the author of Transition and Beyond: Observations on Gender Identity, first published in 2007 and now in its second edition. Reid has authored several journal articles or book chapters, in addition to publishing numerous brief articles on his website: www.transtherapist.com 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Reid Vanderburgh,LGBT,transgenderReid Vanderburgh, MA, LMFT, is a retired marriage and family therapist, living in Portland, Oregon. He received his MA in Counseling Psychology from John F. Kenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/05/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 May 2012 16:30:00 GMTDr. Logan Speaks About Bullying and LGBT ChildrenToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest isDr. Colleen Logan. She will talk about parenting transgender children and their challenges. Dr. Colleen Logan is the program coordinator for Walden University’s M.S. in Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling program in the School of Counseling and Social Service. Dr. Logan specializes in bullying issues and the personal and societal impacts and effects of those within the LGBT community. She served as president of the American Counseling Association (ACA), 2008-2009, and has been recognized for her contributions in the field of counseling and affirmative therapy with LGBT individuals. Dr. Logan has been instrumental in working with school counselors and administrators to institute and implement zero-tolerance policies toward bullying, with an emphasis on creating an affirmative environment for all students. Dr. Logan is also a partner with Enrichment Counseling and Assessment, Dallas, where she maintains a small private practice. Dr. Logan has presented locally, nationally and internationally as well as authored a number of articles, chapters and a book on how to work effectively with gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender clients. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Colleen Logan,transgender children,LGBTToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest isDr. Colleen Logan. She will talk about parenting transgender children and their challenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/04/09/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/04/09/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/04/09/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 09 Apr 2012 16:30:00 GMTParenting a Transgender ChildToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest isLeslie Lagerstrom. She will talk about parenting a transgender child. Leslie Lagerstrom is a proud mom of two children, who, after a recent retirement from a 21-year corporate marketing career, is focusing her passion on being a writer and advocate. In 2011, she created the blog Transparenthood™, which chronicles her family’s experience raising a transgender child. Through Transparenthood, Leslie has been able to lend support to parents who find themselves in the same situation while also helping spread awareness on the subject of gender variant/transgender children.  Believing the time is now to change hearts and minds, she volunteers to speak on a national basis, most frequently appearing in front of medical and teaching professionals. A graduate of Iowa State University, Leslie is at home in Minneapolis, where she enjoys downhill skiing with family and long walks with her faithful dog Molly. www.transparenthood.net 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,transgender kids,Leslie Lagerstrom,mindfulnessToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest isLeslie Lagerstrom. She will talk about parenting a transgender child. Leslie Lagerstromhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/04/02/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/04/02/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/04/02/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 02 Apr 2012 16:30:00 GMTWomen's Reproductive Care - Interview with Dr. Vito Cardone Today, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guests are: infertility doctor, Vito Cardone, and one of his patients who became a mother by using an egg donor. We will talk about life changing opportunities and the challenges faced by families, who opt for reproductive medicine. Dr. Vito Cardone of Cardone Reproductive Medicine and Infertility in Stoneham, MA,  (www.cardonerepromed.com) is a pioneer in the infertility, egg donor and gestational carrier (surrogacy) field in the U.S. and Canada.  He received his medical degree from Laval University in Quebec and completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at McGill University. For over three decades, Dr. Cardone has been exploring and perfecting the art and science of assisted reproductive medicine. During this period, he has performed IVF and related procedures while founding three successful fertility clinics in the United States. His career is highlighted by several firsts in infertility medicine, including two in New England: heading the team that achieved the first donor egg pregnancy as well as the first birth following an epididymal aspiration with IVF.00:33:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,Vito Cardone,infertilityToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guests are: infertility doctor, Vito Cardone, and one of his patients who became a mother by ushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/26/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/26/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/26/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 26 Mar 2012 16:30:00 GMT"Talking About Race" by KaolinToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest is Kaolin, author of "Talking About Race: a Workbook About White People Fostering Racial Equality in Their Lives." She will share with us her experience of living in an interracial family, and we will discuss how to protect your child, your family and yourself from racism. Kaolin (formerly Patricia A. Graham - Williams) is a white woman who was born in 1951, Brooklyn, NY. Kaolin, is also the mother of two biracial adult children, a social worker, singer, writer and is on the anti-racism committee of the National Organisation for Women. She has been a resident of Northampton, Ma. since 1991, designs training guides for documentaries, marketing materials and workshops based upon her book for businesses, schools & organizations. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,Kaolin,racismToday, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest is Kaolin, author of "Talking About Race: a Workbook About White People Fostering Racialhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/19/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/19/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/19/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 19 Mar 2012 16:30:00 GMTMarch 19 - Early Loss of a Parent and AddictionToday we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest, Kevin Roberts, author of "Cyber Junkie", will share his experience with video game and internet addiction.  Kevin will talk about how his unresolved feelings about early abandonment by his father contibuted to his difficulties. Kevin found a way to help himself and now he is inspiring others. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,Kevin Roberts,addictionToday we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest, Kevin Roberts, author of "Cyber Junkie", will share his experience with video game and inhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/12/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/12/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/12/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 12 Mar 2012 16:30:00 GMTEarly Loss of a Parent - Interview with Kevin RobertsToday we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest, Kevin Roberts, who was abandoned by his father at two years of age, will share with us how this experience affects his life. Kevin Roberts, M.A., is a recovering video game addict and ADHD adult who has struggled, as well, with anxiety. Robert is open about how the loss of his father through abandonment at two years of age contributed to his addiction  He has a Master’s Degree in ADHD Studies from Antioch University. Roberts runs support groups to help cyber addicts who struggle to get their lives back on track. His background is in education, and for the last eleven years he has been an academic coach, helping folks dealing with ADHD and other learning differences succeed in school and life.  He speaks around the country about video gaming addiction and ADHD and is the author of Cyber Junkie:  Escape the Internet and Gaming Trap (Hazelden 2010). His second book, on ADHD, will be released with Hazelden Publishing in May 2012:  Movers, Dreamers, and Risk Takers: Unlocking the Power of ADHD. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Kevin Roberts,ADHD,Loss of a ParentToday we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest, Kevin Roberts, who was abandoned by his father at two years of age, will share with us hohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/05/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/05/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/03/05/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 05 Mar 2012 17:30:00 GMTInterracial Families - Interview with Walter TownesToday, March 5, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest, Walter Townes, will share with us his experience about everyday life in his interracial family. Walter Townes, a native of Queens, NY, has proven himself in both the business and the sports worlds. Together with Barry Cohen they published a book "Comin Home". Walter has served as a coach for several prestigious schools: Dartmouth, Columbia University, Clarkson University and Drew University, also coaching at Rutgers University and College of the Holy Cross. In addition to his twenty-five years in collegiate athletics, Walt founded and ran community youth development programs and instituted alumni programs for student athletes, as well as developing new classes. Currently, he serves as Athletic Director for the Knox School in St. James, New York, where he resides with his wife Kelly and their daughters Jordyn Elisabeth and Jacklyn Patricia. Walter holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Clark University, and has done graduate studies in Education Administration at St. Johns University. Although fictionalized, his book is semi-autobiographical in nature. Walt’s message focuses on the importance of education—and rising above one’s circumstances and humble beginnings. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,ingterracial family,Walter Townes,Comin HomeToday, March 5, we are continuing our series "All Kinds of Families". Our guest, Walter Townes, will share with us his experience about everyday life in his inthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/27/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/27/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/27/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 27 Feb 2012 17:30:00 GMTInterview with Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville and Tom Russo.Today, February 27, we are continuing our interview  with Dorothy Martin-Neville and Tom Russo, authors of "Unkiditional Love" - a new book about parenting - What does unconditional ("unkiditional") love mean? Dr. Dorothy Martin-Nevill, is a psychotherapist, executive coach, speaker, author, energy practitioner, and Mom.Tom Russo has been winning awards for radio, TV and video production since 1979. Tom is a dedicated father and brings his wisdom and experience about parenting to our conversation. Tom's and Dorothy's book "Unkiditional Love" is available on Amazon. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Dorothy Martin-Neville,Tom Russo,mindfulnessToday, February 27, we are continuing our interview  with Dorothy Martin-Neville and Tom Russo, authors of "Unkiditional Love" - a new book about parenting - Whhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/13/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/13/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/13/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 13 Feb 2012 17:30:00 GMT"Unkiditional Love" - a new book about parentingTune in this Monday at 12:30 pm EST to listen to Dr. Annie Abram's on-line radio show. Our guests, Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville and Tom Russo, will talk about their new book "Unkiditional Love", offering wisdom and knowledge about parenting in a helpful and supportive way. Dr. Dorothy Martin-Nevill, is a psychotherapist, executive coach, speaker, author, energy practitioner, and Mom. Tom Russo is president and co-founder of L&R Productions, Inc., which is a Connecticut based full service advertising agency. Tom has been winning awards for radio, TV and video production since 1979. Tom is a dedicated father and brings his wisdom and experience about parenting to our conversation. Tom's and Dorothy's book "Unkiditional Love" is available on Amazon in print and on Kindle. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Dorothy Martin-Neville,Tom Russo,mindfulnessTune in this Monday at 12:30 pm EST to listen to Dr. Annie Abram's on-line radio show. Our guests, Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville and Tom Russo, will talk about thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/06/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/06/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/02/06/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 06 Feb 2012 17:30:00 GMTTransition to the parenting of an adult child. This Monday, February 6, our guest is Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan,2008), a book about parenting adult children. Dr. Nemzoff is a resident scholar at Brandeis University's Women's Studies Research Center.  She lectures on parenting adult children, relationships and family dynamics. Her papers are archived at the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University where she also holds a doctorate in social policy. Dr. Nemzoff has served three terms in the New Hampshire legislature and was the New Hampshire Deputy Commissioner of Health and Welfare. She is the mother of four adult children an lives in Newton, MA with her husband, Harris Berman. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,Ruth Nemzoff,family,adult children,mindfulnessThis Monday, February 6, our guest is Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/30/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/30/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/30/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 30 Jan 2012 17:30:00 GMTHelping Single Dads Manage Their EmotionsOn Monday, January 30, we are continuing our series: "All Kinds of Families", addressing step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster families, adopted families and traditional families. Our guest today is Ken Solin. Like many men, author and speaker Ken Solin grew to manhood with little idea of what acting like a man was all about. Coming from an abusive home, he got his lessons in the streets and struggled with anger, abandonment, and other issues well into his forties. He’d raised two sons as a single father but was friendless and alone.   Twenty years ago, Ken put together a men’s group where eight guys met—and continue to meet—to teach each other the lessons of manhood most didn’t get from their fathers and to work through the issues that affect their relationships and limit their lives.   Ken chronicled the two-decade journey of his men’s group in his new book, Act Like a Man—available now on Amazon in Kindle or print editions, where it has garnered unanimous 5 Star reviews—and blogs daily on his website, www.kensolin.com. He’s a regular contributor to “The Huffington Post” and “The Good Men Project” and frequently receives hundreds of comments from readers. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,single dad,family,Ken Solin,mindfulnessOn Monday, January 30, we are continuing our series: "All Kinds of Families", addressing step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster famhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/23/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/23/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/23/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 23 Jan 2012 17:30:00 GMTSingle Dads On Monday, January 23, we are continuing our series: "All Kinds of Families", addressing step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster families, adopted families and traditional families. Our guest today is Ken Solin. Like many men, author and speaker Ken Solin grew to manhood with little idea of what acting like a man was all about. Coming from an abusive home, he got his lessons in the streets and struggled with anger, abandonment, and other issues well into his forties. He’d raised two sons as a single father but was friendless and alone.   Twenty years ago, Ken put together a men’s group where eight guys met—and continue to meet—to teach each other the lessons of manhood most didn’t get from their fathers and to work through the issues that affect their relationships and limit their lives.   Ken chronicled the two-decade journey of his men’s group in his new book, Act Like a Man—available now on Amazon in Kindle or print editions, where it has garnered unanimous 5 Star reviews—and blogs daily on his website, www.kensolin.com. He’s a regular contributor to “The Huffington Post” and “The Good Men Project” and frequently receives hundreds of comments from readers. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,single dad,Ken Solin,mindfulnessOn Monday, January 23, we are continuing our series: "All Kinds of Families", addressing step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster famhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/16/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/16/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/16/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 16 Jan 2012 17:30:00 GMTSingle MomsOur Interviewee is a Southern California mom to three – twins (b/g) who are seven and a nine year old daughter – with 85% of the financial and physical responsibility for their upbringing. She became a first-time mom at the age of 40. At that time, she founded a corporate messaging and branding practice, so that she could balance stay-home parenting with earning enough money to keep the family afloat.  She left her 16 year marriage without much of a plan when her youngest two children were not yet in kindergarten and she hadn’t worked in 7 years. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,Single Parenting,single mom,kids,mindfulnessOur Interviewee is a Southern California mom to three – twins (b/g) who are seven and a nine year old daughter – with 85% of the financial and physical responsihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/09/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/09/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2012/01/09/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 09 Jan 2012 17:30:00 GMTTwo Dad FamiliesOn Monday, January 9, we are continuing our series: "All Kinds of Families", addressing step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster families, adopted families and traditional families. Our guest is Dr. Robert Lasser. Dr. Robert Lasser, a Harvard and NIH-trained psychiatrist, has published extensively in over 30 international peer-reviewed journals on topics across childhood, adult and geriatric mental illness. In addition to his patient care experience, he has held a number of leadership roles in both small and large global pharmaceutical organizations, supported by degrees from Dartmouth College (BA), Boston University School of Medicine (MD) and The Wharton School (MBA). Rob entered fatherhood in 2005 as part of a two-dad family. He serves as a board member for twodads.org, and currently resides with his family in the US mid-Atlantic region. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,gay family,Robert Lasser,mindfulnessOn Monday, January 9, we are continuing our series: "All Kinds of Families", addressing step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster famihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/12/19/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/12/19/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/12/19/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 19 Dec 2011 17:30:00 GMTAll Kinds of Families - Step/Blended FamiliesOur today's guest is Judy Osborne.  She will talk about her book, Wisdom For Separated Parents. "In the 1960s and 70s, when parents began separating in large numbers, experts urged that they minimize contact with one another for fear of “confusing” their children. As we assess the successful (and less successful) approaches adopted by long-separated parents, how are the views of therapists and experts changing?What kind of advice are experts giving separating parents today?" --  Judy Osborne Judy Osborne is a marriage and family therapist in Brookline, MA, and Director of Stepfamily Associates, an organization she founded in 1981. She consults with individuals, couples and families about the issues of living in stepfamilies and has seen, first hand, the evolution of many post-marriage relationships. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Judy Osborne,kids,step familiesOur today's guest is Judy Osborne.  She will talk about her book, Wisdom For Separated Parents. "In the 1960s and 70s, when parents began separating in large nhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/12/12/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/12/12/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/12/12/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 12 Dec 2011 17:30:00 GMTGay ParentingTodaywe are continuing a series: "All Kinds of Families", which will address step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster families, adopted families and traditional families. Our guest is Cate Phillips, and she will share her experience about being a gay parent.   Cate Phillips joined her first debate team in 1993 and discovered her passion for the art of persuasion. She realized how easily transferable these skills were to a career in Sales and Marketing Having spent most of her professional career selling and consulting, she has been exposed to nearly every industry; those of significant focus have included higher education, manufacturing and IT. Cate truly loves lead generation and enjoys cold calling more than any other sales activity. She has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Marquette University. Cate and her partner, Jennifer, live in Milwaukee, WI. and share three wonderful boys aged 6, 4 and 2. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,Gay parenting,Cate Phillips,kids,mindfulnessTodaywe are continuing a series: "All Kinds of Families", which will address step/blended families, gay families, single parent families, foster families, adopthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/28/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/28/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/28/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 28 Nov 2011 17:30:00 GMTAll Kinds of Families - Step/Blended FamiliesLaura Packer is a step parent and storyteller. She has been telling stories her whole life; her mother reports she was born talking. Laura was a finalist in the 2009 and 2010 Massachusetts story slam series, has featured at the Exchange Place Stage at the National Storytelling Festival, Boston First Night, international festivals, conferences and more. Laura helps organizations and individuals foster better communication and clear vision through storytelling and coaching. She believes everyone can tell a good story. Laura Packer holds a B.A. degree from Boston University, University Professor’s Program, Boston, MA, Folklore and Myth Studies. Laura is a perfect person to guide us in thinking about how we can share our experiences in step parenting. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,step-parents,mindfulnessLaura Packer is a step parent and storyteller. She has been telling stories her whole life; her mother reports she was born talking. Laura was a finalist in thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 Nov 2011 17:30:00 GMTBuilding Relationships with StorytellingLaura Packer has been telling stories her whole life; her mother reports she was born talking. She was a finalist in the 2009 and 2010 Massachusetts story slam series, has featured at the Exchange Place Stage at the National Storytelling Festival, Boston First Night, international festivals, conferences and more. Laura helps organizations and individuals foster better communication and clear vision through storytelling and coaching. She believes everyone can tell a good story. Laura Packer holds a B.A. degree from Boston University, University Professor’s Program, Boston, MA, Folklore and Myth Studies.   An advocate for vulnerable groups, Natasha Deen has worked with the Alberta provincial government's Children and Youth Services department as well as with non-profit agencies dedicated to helping functionally illiterate adults and differently-abled people. When not working on her manuscripts, she is a writing instructor and editor to teens, adults and children, and uses the template of the story to teach conflict resolution, empowerment and the "why" behind human behavior. Visit her at www.natashadeen.com and email her at natasha@natashadeen.com. 00:46:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,storytelling,Natasha Deen,Laura PackerLaura Packer has been telling stories her whole life; her mother reports she was born talking. She was a finalist in the 2009 and 2010 Massachusetts story slamhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/14/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/14/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/14/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 14 Nov 2011 17:30:00 GMTNatasha Deen - Storytelling as Conflict ResolutionAn advocate for vulnerable groups, Natasha Deen has worked with the Alberta provincial government's Children and Youth Services department as well as with non-profit agencies dedicated to helping functionally illiterate adults and differently-abled people. When not working on her manuscripts, she is a writing instructor and editor to teens, adults and children, and uses the template of the story to teach conflict resolution, empowerment and the "why" behind human behavior. Visit her at www.natashadeen.com and email her at natasha@natashadeen.com. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,storytelling,Natasha Deen,mindfulnessAn advocate for vulnerable groups, Natasha Deen has worked with the Alberta provincial government's Children and Youth Services department as well as with non-phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/11/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 Nov 2011 17:30:00 GMTThe Healing Power of StorytellingStory telling and telling your own story can be very healing, and can help you understand your life narrative differently. It's a powerful tool which is available to all of us. Jude Treder-Wolff, LCSW, RMT, CGP of Lifestage, Inc, is a psychotherapist /creative arts therapist as well as writer/performer who has used storytelling in her work as a healing modality for 30 years. She teaches the craft of storytelling to empower others to engage with this very powerful art form as a path to self-awareness, healing from trauma, and finding meaning in struggle.Please visit articles below to learn more: http://livesinprogressnewsletter.blogspot.com/2011/04/this-is-your-brain-on-storytelling.html. Jude’s performance-focused website is www.judetreder-wolff.com and her training company's website iswww.lifestage.org. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,storytelling,Jude Treder-Wolff,mindfulnessStory telling and telling your own story can be very healing, and can help you understand your life narrative differently. It's a powerful tool which is availabhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/31/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/31/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/31/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 31 Oct 2011 16:30:00 GMTRobin Gelfenbien, Story Teller, Comedian-overcoming bullyingRobin Gelfenbien is a writer, storyteller and comedian. Her solo show, “My Salvation Has a First Name: A Wienermobile Journey,” premiered at the 2008 New York International Fringe Festival where Time Out New York gave it “4 stars” and New York Magazine hailed it as “the highlight of the Fringe.” Robin has written jokes for emcee Rosie O’Donnell at the Matrix Awards where featured presenters included Martha Stewart, Rupert Murdoch and Hillary Rodham Clinton. Her original comedy songs have played on Sirius Satellite Radio, she’s been on VH1’s “Awesomely Badder Videos,” AMC’s “Liza Life Coach” with Cheri O’Teri, and she starred in a commercial directed by Spike Lee. www.robingelfenbien.com  www.wienermobileshow.com @RobinGelfenbien00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Robin Gelfenbien,bullying,mindfulnessRobin Gelfenbien is a writer, storyteller and comedian. Her solo show, “My Salvation Has a First Name: A Wienermobile Journey,” premiered at the 2008 New York Ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/24/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/24/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/24/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 24 Oct 2011 16:30:00 GMTWalt Meyer talks about bullying, gays and lesbians Author Walter Meyer got bullied growing up in suburban Pittsburgh and wonders why we don’t do more to protect our children.  His book “Rounding Third,” “follows two17 year-olds in a small Ohio town.One is a benchwarmer, the other a starplayer. But their lives intersect both lyrically and ominously, with twists and turns seldom found in a typical baseball novel” (Dan Woog www.danwoog.com). For more information about Walt and his work, visit: www.Waltergmeyer.com. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Walt Meyer,bullying,gaysAuthor Walter Meyer got bullied growing up in suburban Pittsburgh and wonders why we don’t do more to protect our children.  His book “Rounding Third,” “followhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/17/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/17/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/17/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 17 Oct 2011 16:30:00 GMTLet's stop bullyingInterview with Judy Freedman Judy S. Freedman is a licensed clinical social worker and bullying prevention specialist. She has had therapeutic and educational experience with children, adolescents, and adults in a variety of settings.  She created Easing the Teasing, a groundbreaking program that empowers kids with essential skills and strategies to handle teasing incident in school. Dealing with name-calling, put-downs, and ridicule effectively and confidently is the first step in bullying prevention. Ms Freedman’s book, Easing the Teasing – Helping Your Child Cope with Name-Calling, Ridicule, and Verbal Bullying was published in September 2002. Considered an authoritative reference in the field, the book is now in its eighth printing and has been translated in Portuguese and Chinese. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Judy Freedman,bullying,mindfulnessInterview with Judy Freedman Judy S. Freedman is a licensed clinical social worker and bullying prevention specialist. She has had therapeutic and educationalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/10/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/10/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/10/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 10 Oct 2011 16:30:00 GMTBullying Bullying affects all of us. We are all part of the propblem and we all need to be part of the solution. Verbal or physical violence is never a way to solve problems. Monday, October 10th, at 12:30 pm our guest is Dr. Joel Haber - clinical psychologist and National Bully Expert.  Hi is the author of internationally acclaimed, “Bullyproof Your Child for Life: Protect Your Child from Teasing, Taunting and Bullying for Good” published by Perigee/Penguin. He has been a speaker and webinar leader for the Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention (including the Dept. of Education ) and has been a participant at events hosted by the Federal Partners in Bullying Prevention.  He is a leading expert for the LG Text Education Council, an advisory council, assembled by LG Mobile Phones (www.LGTextEd.com). 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Joel Haber,bullying,mindfulnessBullying affects all of us. We are all part of the propblem and we all need to be part of the solution. Verbal or physical violence is never a way to solve prhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/03/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/03/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/10/03/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 03 Oct 2011 16:30:00 GMTHealthy Food for the Brain and Body Erin Macdonald, R.D., is a Registered Dietition. She specializies in Adult and Pediatric Weight Management, Sports, Cardiovascular, Wellness, Pregnancy, Infant and Child nutrition, and Corporate Wellness. She is the President and co-founder of U Rock Girl!- a health and wellness website for women, providing information, products, and services to nourish the mind, body, and spirit.  Prior to starting a private practice, she was a nutrition educator at the Cedars Sinai Outpatient Weight Management Program, as well as a consultant dietitian at prenatal clinics. 00:46:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Erin Macdonald,kids,mindfulnessErin Macdonald, R.D., is a Registered Dietition. She specializies in Adult and Pediatric Weight Management, Sports, Cardiovascular, Wellness, Pregnancy, Infanthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/26/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/26/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/26/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 26 Sep 2011 16:30:00 GMTHealthy Eating Erin Macdonald, R.D., is a Registered Dietition. She specializies in Adult and Pediatric Weight Management, Sports, Cardiovascular, Wellness, Pregnancy, Infant and Child nutrition, and Corporate Wellness. She is the President and co-founder of U Rock Girl!- a health and wellness website for women, providing information, products, and services to nourish the mind, body, and spirit.  Prior to starting a private practice, she was a nutrition educator at the Cedars Sinai Outpatient Weight Management Program, as well as a consultant dietitian at prenatal clinics. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,healthy eating,kids,Erin MacdonaldErin Macdonald, R.D., is a Registered Dietition. She specializies in Adult and Pediatric Weight Management, Sports, Cardiovascular, Wellness, Pregnancy, Infanthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/19/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/19/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/19/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 19 Sep 2011 16:30:00 GMTGrand-parenting as a new life stage This Monday, September 19, our returning guest is Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adult Children (Palgrave/Macmillan,2008), a book about parenting adult children. Dr. Nemzoff is a resident scholar at Brandeis University's Women's Studies Research Center.  She lectures on parenting adult children, relationships and family dynamics. Her papers are archived at the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University where she also holds a doctorate in social policy. Dr. Nemzoff has served three terms in the New Hampshire legislature and was the New Hampshire Deputy Commissioner of Health and Welfare. She is the mother of four adult children an lives in Newton, MA with her husband, Harris Berman. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Ruth Nemzoff,kids,grand-parentingThis Monday, September 19, our returning guest is Dr. Ruth Nemzoff, the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue: How to Foster Rewarding Relationships with Your Adulthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/12/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/12/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/09/12/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 12 Sep 2011 16:30:00 GMTChildren and DivorceToday, September 12, our guest is Monique Honaman,  the author of "The High Road Has Traffic": honest advice on the path through love and divorce. "High Road” is an inspiring roadmap for marriage, a positive exit strategy for "surviving” divorce, and a powerful life philosophy that supports superior decision-­making in all facets of raising a family. Monique received B.A. from the University of Michigan, a Masters of Labor and Industrial Relations from Michigan State University, and a Juris Doctorate from Albany Law School. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Monique Honaman,divorce,mindfulnessToday, September 12, our guest is Monique Honaman,  the author of "The High Road Has Traffic": honest advice on the path through love and divorce. "High Road” ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/25/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/25/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/25/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 25 Jul 2011 16:30:00 GMTChildren and Divorce Today, July 25, our guest is Monique Honaman, the author of "The High Road Has Traffic": honest advice on the path through love and divorce. "High Road” is an inspiring roadmap for marriage, a positive exit strategy for "surviving” divorce, and a powerful life philosophy that supports superior decision-­making in all facets of raising a family. Monique received B.A. from the University of Michigan, a Masters of Labor and Industrial Relations from Michigan State University, and a Juris Doctorate from Albany Law School. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Monique Honaman,divorce,mindfulnessToday, July 25, our guest is Monique Honaman, the author of "The High Road Has Traffic": honest advice on the path through love and divorce. "High Road” is anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/18/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/18/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/18/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 18 Jul 2011 16:30:00 GMTSports and Kids - interview with William McAndrews William McAndrews is currently a full-time management consultant providing strategy development, marketing services, organizational expertise and business solutions to small businesses, non-profits and educational organizations. McAndrews also works as a personal leadership coach mentoring individuals and providing career advice and guidance. Throughout his career McAndrews was actively engaged in youth sports and McAndrews founded the Staten Island Rebels Athletic Association, Inc. - a nonprofit basketball sports organization dedicated to young women from the ages of 11 to 18. The “Rebels” are now one of the largest and most successful AAU programs in the NY metropolitan region. In addition, McAndrews spent 25 years coaching little league, intramural and travel basketball (young boys, girls and men’s college age) and competitive woman’s AAU Basketball. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,William McAndrews,kids,sportWilliam McAndrews is currently a full-time management consultant providing strategy development, marketing services, organizational expertise and business soluhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/11/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/11/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/07/11/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 11 Jul 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe importance of Sports ( team or individual ) for Kids This Monday, July 11, our guest Coach Kyle Gray will talk about the important role of sports and its influence on kids' lives.  Coach Gray's philosophy is to help kids identify and pursue their own  interests and develop personally as well as athletically participating in team or individual sports. Kyle Gray - Head Coach, North Seattle Community College Kyle Gray enters his eighth season as head coach for the Storm, after being named to the position in 2004.   In his eight years with Seattle, Gray has experienced his share of ups and downs, including three seasons in a row in which his team finished in the 5th place spot for the division, just one game away from the playoff.  With a team stocked full of freshman, the Storm will need to rely and trust one other, work on team building,  and work with determination and perseverance to their full capacity.   Gray earned a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences from the University of Washington in 2005 and his Masters in Physical Education fromSeattle Pacific University in 2010. He is currently the elementary PE teacher at Viewlands Elementary. Prior to UW and SPU, Gray graduated from Ballard High School in 1997 where he played both basketball and baseball for the Beavers. Coach Kyle Gray works in the Seattle Public School system,  and he is also Head Coach of  the North Seattle Community College basketball team, and the Varsity Coach of the the Ballard HS Softball team. Coach Gray’s background is unusual in that he has a background in health, PE, and working with all age groups. Coach Gray will be talking with us about the mind/body connection and its importance in human development and how participation in sports can foster it. He will also share with us the many life lessons team and individual sports can help us learn. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,kids and sport,Coach Kyle Gray,mindfulnessThis Monday, July 11, our guest Coach Kyle Gray will talk about the important role of sports and its influence on kids' lives.  Coach Gray's philosophy is to hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/27/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/27/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/27/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 27 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe Teenage BrainListen to "Ask Dr. Annie Abram" Blog Talk Radio every Monday at 12:30 pm EST. This afternoon we will continue to talk about teenage brain development with Dr. Nancy Brown, our guest of three weeks ago. Dr. Brown works in the Palo Alto Medical Foundation Research Institute. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Nancy Brown,teenage brain,mindfulnessListen to "Ask Dr. Annie Abram" Blog Talk Radio every Monday at 12:30 pm EST. This afternoon we will continue to talk about teenage brain development with Dr.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/13/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/13/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/13/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 13 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe Teenage Brain - an interview with Dr. Sheryl FeinsteinDr. Sheryl Feinstein is Professor and Chair of the Education Department at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD. She is the author of the book, Secrets of the Teenage Brain 2nd Ed (2009), which is a national and international best seller for Corwin Publishing; Inside the Teenage Brain: Understanding a Work in Progress (2009)Rowman & Littlefield Publisher; and The Brain and Strengths Based School Leadership, Corwin (2011). She was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship in 2007-2008 and spent the year in Iringa, Tanzania and in 2006 was a summer fellow at Oxford, UK. One of the products of her Tanzanian experience was co-authoring the book, Tanzanian Women in Their Own Words: Stories of Illness and Disability. In addition to teaching at Augustana College Sheryl consults at a correctional facility for adolescent boys in Minnesota. Prior to being at Augustana College, Sheryl taught in the public schools and was a curriculum consultant for a K-12 school district in Minnesota. She also started and was director of an Alternative School for high school students. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Sheryl Feinstein,teenage brain,mindfulnessDr. Sheryl Feinstein is Professor and Chair of the Education Department at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD. She is the author of the book, Secrets of the Thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/06/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/06/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/06/06/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 06 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe Teenage Brain and Risky Behavior Listen to the interview with Nancy Brown, PhD, of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation Research Institute.  She will talk with us about the teenage brain and risky behavior. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,Nancy Brown,teenage brainListen to the interview with Nancy Brown, PhD, of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation Research Institute.  She will talk with us about the teenage brain and riskyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/05/23/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/05/23/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/05/23/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 23 May 2011 16:30:00 GMTKathy Leichter's journey of healingHear award-winning filmmaker, Kathy Leichter, talk about her latest film, HERE ONE DAY, which follows Kathy’s journey to heal after her mother’s mental illness and suicide. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Kathy Leichter,HERE ONE DAY,mindfulnessHear award-winning filmmaker, Kathy Leichter, talk about her latest film, HERE ONE DAY, which follows Kathy’s journey to heal after her mother’s mental illnesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/05/02/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/05/02/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/05/02/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 02 May 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe Healing Power of Animals for Children and Families Our guest, Kris Nelson D.V.M. is a veterinarian and author of "Coated With Fur: A Vet's Life." This book details her triumphs and trials of opening an animal hospital in Burnsville, Minnesota. She is a member of the American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians and has practiced for twenty-two years. Dr. Nelson now lives in Scottsdale Arizona where she cares for dogs, cats and exotic animals. Dr. Kris Nelson has appeared in USA Today, The Los Angeles Times, DisneyFamily.com and on radio and television. As a veterinarian with a special interest in the bond between people and animals, she will address how animals impact family life on today's show. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at ( 646 ) 716 5232. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Kris Nelson,kids,animalsOur guest, Kris Nelson D.V.M. is a veterinarian and author of "Coated With Fur: A Vet's Life." This book details her triumphs and trials of opening an animal hhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/25/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/25/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/25/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 25 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe Healing Power of Dogs - Interview with Susan Hartzler Susan's dogs, Baldwin and Bliss, are Therapy Dogs in Los Angeles. With Susan, they regularly visit children in the Oncology Ward at County USC, Children of the Night, and work with the Los Angeles Fire Department.  Susan will share with us some of the touching  moments she has witnessed with dogs and children. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,dogs,kids,Susan HartzlerSusan's dogs, Baldwin and Bliss, are Therapy Dogs in Los Angeles. With Susan, they regularly visit children in the Oncology Ward at County USC, Children of thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/18/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/18/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/18/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 18 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTParenting Adult Children - interview with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff Our guest,Dr. Ruth Nemzoff is the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue, a book about parenting adult children. She is a resident scholar at Brandeis University's Women's Studies Research Center. Dr. Nemzoff lectures on parenting adult children, relationships and family dynamics. Her papers are archived at the Schlesinger Library at Harvard University where she also holds a doctorate in social policy. She has served three terms in the New Hampshire legislature and was New Hampshire Deputy Commissioner of Health and Welfare. She is the mother of four adult children. She lives in Newton, MA with her husband Harris Berman. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,Ruth Nemzoff,adult childrenOur guest,Dr. Ruth Nemzoff is the author of Don't Bite Your Tongue, a book about parenting adult children. She is a resident scholar at Brandeis University's Whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/11/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/11/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/11/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 11 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTHow pets can change a family's dynamic? Our guest, Kris Nelson D.V.M. is a veterinarian and author of "Coated With Fur: A Vet's Life." This book details her triumphs and trials of opening an animal hospital in Burnsville, Minnesota. She is a member of the American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians and has practiced for twenty-two years. Dr. Nelson now lives in Scottsdale Arizona where she cares for dogs, cats and exotic animals. Dr. Kris Nelson has appeared in USA Today, The Los Angeles Times, DisneyFamily.com and on radio and television. As a veterinarian with a special interest in the bond between people and animals, she will address how animals impact family life on today's show. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Kris Nelson,kids,petsOur guest, Kris Nelson D.V.M. is a veterinarian and author of "Coated With Fur: A Vet's Life." This book details her triumphs and trials of opening an animalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/04/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/04/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/04/04/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 04 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe importance of fathers in their children's lives.Our guest, Richard Horowitz holds a Doctorate in Education from Rutgers University and for over 40 years has worked with families and children in a variety of educational, home and institutional settings. He is the author of Peaceful Parenting: Parent Empowerment & Child Empowerment and Family Centered Parenting – Your Guide For Growing Great Families. He is an educator, coach, and consultant who has worked with organizations, individuals and families in enhancing their problem solving and communication skills. Richard is an experienced and highly evaluated presenter and group facilitator. He has served as President and group facilitator for a non-profit men’s support organization – Men Mentoring Men. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Richard Horowitz,kids,fathersOur guest, Richard Horowitz holds a Doctorate in Education from Rutgers University and for over 40 years has worked with families and children in a variety of ehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/28/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/28/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/28/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 28 Mar 2011 16:30:00 GMTThe importance of fathers in their children's livesOur topic for this show is: The importance of fathers in their children's lives. Our guest, Armin Brott, a great dad himself, speaks not only as a specialist in parenting but as a parent himself. Hailed by Time Magazine as "the superdad's superdad," Armin Brott has been building better fathers for more than a decade. As the author of eight bestselling books on fatherhood, he's helped millions of men around the world become the fathers they want to be—and that their children need them to be. Titles of Armin's eight books include: The Expectant Father, The Single Father, and The Military Father. They are available through Armin's website: Mrdad.com or Amazon. Armin has been a guest on hundreds of radio and television shows, including Today, CBS Overnight, Fox News, and Politically Incorrect, and his work on fatherhood has been featured in such places as Glamour, Time, The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Newsday, and many others. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at ( 646 ) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Armin Brott,kids,fathersOur topic for this show is: The importance of fathers in their children's lives. Our guest, Armin Brott, a great dad himself, speaks not only as a specialist ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 Mar 2011 16:30:00 GMTParents/Children separations across the life spanOur guest, Eve Sullivan,is founder and president of the Parents Forum: parentsforum.org located in Cambridge, Mass. She is the mother of three grown sons, and works part-time as an editorial assistant at MIT. Since 1991, Eve has dedicated her volunteer efforts to the Parents Forum, a non-profit, community-based organization that provides workshops focusing on emotional awareness. The Parents Forum helps individuals and agencies develop strong support networks and helpful resources for parents and other caregivers. Eve is active on behalf of the program in the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce, the Cambridge Family Literacy Collaborative, the Vienna International Committee of NGOs on the Family, CIVICUS and the UN Committee on Mental Health. She serves on the council of the National Parenting Education Network and the board of the International Federation for Parent Education based in Paris. Eve has also written a book: Where the Heart Listens, a handbook for parents and their allies in a global society, available through Amazon.com.00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Eve Sullivan,kids,separationOur guest, Eve Sullivan,is founder and president of the Parents Forum: parentsforum.org located in Cambridge, Mass. She is the mother of three grown sons, andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/14/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/14/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/14/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 14 Mar 2011 16:30:00 GMTParents/Children separations across the life spanOur guest, Susan Tordella, M.A., is a parenting expert who has studied and practiced Adlerian psychology for more than 20 years. Susan credits living with four teenagers for 13 years as a teacher of how to manage the myriad of emotions we all experience on a daily basis. This episode is about dealing with separations we all encounter throughout life (both parents and children). These include bedtime separation at a very young age, to leaving for college as a young adult, and many more. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at ( 646 ) 716 5232. 00:44:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Susan Tordella,kids,separationOur guest, Susan Tordella, M.A., is a parenting expert who has studied and practiced Adlerian psychology for more than 20 years. Susan credits living with fourhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/03/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 Mar 2011 17:30:00 GMTTHE MOTHER-IN-LAW RELATIONSHIPOur guests, Beth Krugman and Barbara Conlon, co-authors of an upcoming book on mother-in-laws return to talk about navigating this relationship. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at ( 646 ) 716 5232. 00:44:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Beth Krugman,Barbara Conlon,mindfulnessOur guests, Beth Krugman and Barbara Conlon, co-authors of an upcoming book on mother-in-laws return to talk about navigating this relationship. Please joinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/28/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/28/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/28/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 28 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTCross-cultural mother-in-law relationship Our guest, Leta Hamilton, is the American wife of a London born man with the same last name. She is a Seattle based speaker, author and radio show host of the parenting talk show "The Way of the Toddler Hour." Her first book, THE WAY OF THE TODDLER, is a humorous look at motherhood and the ways children show grown-ups how to be more at peace in their lives. She is the mother of 2, 4 and 6 year old boys. She can be found at www.letahamilton.com. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at ( 646 ) 716 5232. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Leta Hamilton,mother-in-law,Cross-culturalOur guest, Leta Hamilton, is the American wife of a London born man with the same last name. She is a Seattle based speaker, author and radio show host of the phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTMother-In-Law DiscussionBeth Krugman is the mother of two married sons, mother-in-law to two women, and grandmother of five. She has a bachelors in economics and a Ph.D. from Rutgers in Urban Planning, after a career in commercial real estate research and college teaching she is now retired. Barbara Conlon is a psychologist. She has an undergraduate degree in communications from Northwestern and a Psy.D. from Rutgers. She has two unmarried children a girl 23 and a boy 19.00:43:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Beth Krugman,Barbara Conlon,mother-in-lawBeth Krugman is the mother of two married sons, mother-in-law to two women, and grandmother of five. She has a bachelors in economics and a Ph.D. from Rutgers ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/14/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/14/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/14/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 14 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTGuest Barbara Fields, MA, LCSW, a parent/child expert, talks about: KNOWING YOUR GRANDCHILDRENOur guest, Barbara Fields, MA, LCSW, has worked with infants, children and parents for over 30 years in a variety of innovative clinical and research settings. Currently, she is on the faculty at the Child Development Institute at Sarah Lawrence College and has a private practice in NYC and New Rochelle, NY.00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Barbara Fields,grandparenting,mindfulnessOur guest, Barbara Fields, MA, LCSW, has worked with infants, children and parents for over 30 years in a variety of innovative clinical and research settings.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/02/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTGrandparentingOur guest, Holly Strum, Coordinator of Government services for developmentally disabled (children and adults), in Cincinnati, Ohio, and a grandmother of two with another on the way. An interesting aspect of this relationship is the many opportunities it has provided both families with friendships that have become "family" and the inherent richness in learning about a different faith/culture from an inter-faith marriage. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at ( 646 ) 716 5232.00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,grandparenting,Holly Strum,kids,mindfulnessOur guest, Holly Strum, Coordinator of Government services for developmentally disabled (children and adults), in Cincinnati, Ohio, and a grandmother of two withttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/31/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/31/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/31/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 31 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTGrandparentingOur guest, Naomi Berman, senior psychoanalyst, gestalt therapist, and grandmother of five, will talk about her experience as a grandmother, focusing on maintaining regular contact with grandchildren from a distance. As our world becomes increasingly global, grandparents must meet this challenge in order to reap the rewards of a gratifying relationship. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 523200:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,grandparenting,Naomi Berman,kids,mindfulnessOur guest, Naomi Berman, senior psychoanalyst, gestalt therapist, and grandmother of five, will talk about her experience as a grandmother, focusing on maintainhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/24/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/24/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/24/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 24 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTIs Amy Chua's parenting style extreme? - An interview with Leslie Bennetts about the Tiger Mother. Dr. Annie Abram and Leslie Bennetts, a former NYT foreign correspondent, Vanity Fair contributor, and author of "The Feminine Mistake," will talk about the controversial parenting style Amy Chua presented in a recent Wall Street Journal article summarizing her book “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother." Columnist David Brooks commented: "In her book, “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother,” Chua delivers a broadside against American parenting even as she mocks herself for her own extreme “Chinese” style. She says American parents lack authority and produce entitled children who aren’t forced to live up to their abilities." This Wall Street Journal article produced such a vitriolic response that the WSJ published a follow-up article allowing Amy Chua to respond to her critics.00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,Amy Chua,Leslie Bennetts,extreme parentingDr. Annie Abram and Leslie Bennetts, a former NYT foreign correspondent, Vanity Fair contributor, and author of "The Feminine Mistake," will talk about the conthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/10/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/10/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/10/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 10 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTGrandparenting and Step-grandparentingA husband and wife, Jim Blue and Marsha Patricof - grandfather and step-grandmother will share their experience about grandparenting.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,grandparenting,step-grandparenting,mindfulnessA husband and wife, Jim Blue and Marsha Patricof - grandfather and step-grandmother will share their experience about grandparenting.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/03/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/03/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2011/01/03/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 03 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTGrandparenting in 2011 "How you see yourself and how the world see you, can be quite different from how your grandchild sees you. To understand this fully you have to understand the workings of your grandchild's mind." "The Grandparent Guide" by Arthur Kornhaber, MD00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting,family,kids,mindfulness"How you see yourself and how the world see you, can be quite different from how your grandchild sees you. To understand this fully you have to understand thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/12/13/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/12/13/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/12/13/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 13 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMTLeigh Scott - What We Know about the Brain Can Inform our Parenting.Leigh Scott is a speaker and facilitator of her parenting program called "Becoming a Loving Authority"- trained in Colorado by the Love and Logic parenting experts Jim Fay, Dr. Charles Fay and Foster Cline MD. Leigh combines aspects of psychology from leading mental health authorities and parenting experts with her knowledge of the latest neuroscience behind healthy relationships, to offer a unique approach to parenting.00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Leigh Scott,Becoming a Loving AuthorityLeigh Scott is a speaker and facilitator of her parenting program called "Becoming a Loving Authority"- trained in Colorado by the Love and Logic parenting expehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/12/06/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/12/06/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/12/06/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 06 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMTInterview with Leigh Scott, Speaker and Facilitator of "Becoming a Loving Authority"Leigh Scott is a speaker and facilitator of her parenting program called "Becoming a Loving Authority"- trained in Colorado by the Love and Logic parenting experts Jim Fay, Dr. Charles Fay and Foster Cline MD. Leigh combines aspects of psychology from leading mental health authorities and parenting experts with her knowledge of the latest neuroscience behind healthy relationships, to offer a unique approach to parenting.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Leigh Scott,neuroscienceLeigh Scott is a speaker and facilitator of her parenting program called "Becoming a Loving Authority"- trained in Colorado by the Love and Logic parenting expehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/29/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/29/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/29/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 29 Nov 2010 17:30:00 GMTInterview with Lisa Greenleaf, LMFT, Artist, Teacher and Member of the Adoption Assistance Program.On Monday, November 29, our guest is Lisa Greenleaf, LMFT (Marriage and Family Therapist), artist and teacher, mother of four adult children and newly a grandmother, as well as having a private practice. She is a member of the staff of the Adoption Assistance Program in CT. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,Adoption,Lisa Greenleaf,Adoption Assistance Program in CTOn Monday, November 29, our guest is Lisa Greenleaf, LMFT (Marriage and Family Therapist), artist and teacher, mother of four adult children and newly a grandmohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/22/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/22/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/22/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 22 Nov 2010 17:30:00 GMTInterview with Serena Lugo, Director of Surrogate Services with Worldwide Surrogacy in F'fld. Co.Our guest is Serena Lugo, Director of Surrogate Services with Worldwide Surrogacy in Fairfield Connecticut and two (2) time gestational carrier. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,surrogacy,gestational carrierOur guest is Serena Lugo, Director of Surrogate Services with Worldwide Surrogacy in Fairfield Connecticut and two (2) time gestational carrier. Please joinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/15/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/15/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/15/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 15 Nov 2010 17:30:00 GMTInterview with Dawn Pasinato Gepfert, interior architect designer, mother of two, and an adoptee.Tune in this Monday at 12:30 pm EST to listen to Dr. Annie Abram's on-line radio show. Our guest, Dawn Pasinato Gepfert, an adoptee, interior architect designer, and mother of two will share with you her thoughts and feelings she experiences as an adoptee. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232. 00:32:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,adoption,Dawn Pasinato GepfertTune in this Monday at 12:30 pm EST to listen to Dr. Annie Abram's on-line radio show. Our guest, Dawn Pasinato Gepfert, an adoptee, interior architect designehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/08/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/08/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/08/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 08 Nov 2010 17:30:00 GMTInterview with Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville an adoptee, psychotherapist and executive coach.Tune in this Monday at 12:30 pm EST to listen to Dr. Annie Abram's on-line radio show. Our guest, Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, an adoptee, psychotherapist, executive coach, speaker, author, energy practitioner, and Mom, will share with you her thoughts and feelings she experiences as an adoptee. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,adoption,family,kidsTune in this Monday at 12:30 pm EST to listen to Dr. Annie Abram's on-line radio show. Our guest, Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, an adoptee, psychotherapist, execuhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/01/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/01/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/11/01/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 01 Nov 2010 16:30:00 GMTInterview with Victoria T. Ferrara, Esq. an expert on surrogacy.Our guest is Victoria T. Ferrara, Esq. an expert on surrogacy, and founder of The Law Firm of Victoria T. Ferrara. Ms. Ferrara has mediated family matters and divorces, and has been appointed as a Special Master to mediate cases for the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut. She will discuss with us the legal and emotional challenges associated with surrogacy and adoption.00:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,surrogacy,adoptionOur guest is Victoria T. Ferrara, Esq. an expert on surrogacy, and founder of The Law Firm of Victoria T. Ferrara. Ms. Ferrara has mediated family matters anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/10/11/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/10/11/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/10/11/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 11 Oct 2010 16:30:00 GMTInterview with Susan Bedsow Horgan, an adoptive parent and President of Get a Life. Dr. Abram will discuss adoption with Susan Bedsow Horgan, an adoptive mother of a twenty year old and president of a personal life coaching co., and Emmy Award winning writer. Call us with your questions during show time at (646) 716 52 3200:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,adoption,adoptive parentsDr. Abram will discuss adoption with Susan Bedsow Horgan, an adoptive mother of a twenty year old and president of a personal life coaching co., and Emmy Awardhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/10/05/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/10/05/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/10/05/ask-dr-annie-abramTue, 05 Oct 2010 16:30:00 GMTInterview with Lynn Gabbard, Director of Adoption Services at Lutheran Social ServicesThis Tuesday Dr. Abram will discuss Adoption with Lynn Gabbard, who has worked in the Adoption field for 30 years, and is the mother of 7 adopted children. She will give us an overview of the adoption process. Call us with your questions during show time at (646) 716 52 32.00:45:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,family,kidsThis Tuesday Dr. Abram will discuss Adoption with Lynn Gabbard, who has worked in the Adoption field for 30 years, and is the mother of 7 adopted children. Shehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/27/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/27/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/27/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 27 Sep 2010 16:30:00 GMTHelicopter MotheringThis Monday Dr. Abram will discuss Helicopter Mothering. What it is and what is the line between helicopter mothering and mindfull concern? Call us with your questions during show time at (646) 716 52 32.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,helicopter mothering,helicopter parentingThis Monday Dr. Abram will discuss Helicopter Mothering. What it is and what is the line between helicopter mothering and mindfull concern? Call us with your quhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/20/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/20/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/20/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 20 Sep 2010 16:30:00 GMTThis Monday - an interview with Amy Hatkoff, author of "You are my World"This Monday our guest will be Amy Hatkoff, author of "You are my World", a beautiful book to help parents understand the importance of love and communicating with infants.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Amy Hatkoff,infantsThis Monday our guest will be Amy Hatkoff, author of "You are my World", a beautiful book to help parents understand the importance of love and communicating wihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/13/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/13/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/09/13/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 13 Sep 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Jessica Bram - founder of Westport Writers' Workshop and MomThis Monday our guest, Jessica Bram - author of Happily Ever After Divorce: Notes of a Joyful Journey, the founder of Westport Writers' Workshop and Mom, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Jessica Bram,Westport Writers WorkshopThis Monday our guest, Jessica Bram - author of Happily Ever After Divorce: Notes of a Joyful Journey, the founder of Westport Writers' Workshop and Mom, will shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/30/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/30/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/30/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 30 Aug 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, Author, and Mom.This Monday our guest, Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, Speaker, Author, Energy Practitioner, and Mom, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232. 00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Dorothy Martin Neville,kidsThis Monday our guest, Dr. Dorothy Martin-Neville, Psychotherapist, Executive Coach, Speaker, Author, Energy Practitioner, and Mom, will share with you her upshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/23/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/23/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/23/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 23 Aug 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Cristin Jameson - busy Fairfield County Realtor and MomThis Monday our guest, Cristin Jameson, busy Fairfield County Realtor and Mom, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Cristin Jameson,kidsThis Monday our guest, Cristin Jameson, busy Fairfield County Realtor and Mom, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mothehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/09/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/09/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/09/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 09 Aug 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Jody Ferrer, President of The Perfect Promotion.Listen to "Ask Dr. Annie Abram", on-line radio show about mindful parenting every Monday at 12:30 - 1:00 pm EST. This Monday our guest, Jody Ferrer, President of The Perfect Promotion, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Jody Ferrer,Perfect PromotionListen to "Ask Dr. Annie Abram", on-line radio show about mindful parenting every Monday at 12:30 - 1:00 pm EST. This Monday our guest, Jody Ferrer, Presidenthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/02/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/02/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/08/02/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 02 Aug 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Bette Roth Young, author of EMMA LAZARUS IN HER WORLD, LIFE AND LETTERS.This Monday our guest, Bette Roth Young, author of EMMA LAZARUS IN HER WORLD, LIFE AND LETTERS, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:31:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,EMMA LAZARUS,Bette Roth Young,career and motherhoodThis Monday our guest, Bette Roth Young, author of EMMA LAZARUS IN HER WORLD, LIFE AND LETTERS, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/26/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/26/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/26/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 26 Jul 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Susan Bedsow Horgan, President of Get A Life, Personal Life Coaching Co.This Monday our guest, Susan Bedsow Horgan, President of Get A Life, Personal Life Coaching Co. and Emmy Award winning writer, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Life Coach,Susan Bedsow HorganThis Monday our guest, Susan Bedsow Horgan, President of Get A Life, Personal Life Coaching Co. and Emmy Award winning writer, will share with you her ups and dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/19/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/19/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/19/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 19 Jul 2010 16:30:00 GMTAsk Dr. Annie Abram Show with Kathy McShane, Market Director Ladies Who Launch for Southwestern CTThis Monday our guest, Kathy McShane, Market Director Ladies Who Launch Southwestern CT, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,Kathy McShane,family,kidsThis Monday our guest, Kathy McShane, Market Director Ladies Who Launch Southwestern CT, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with beinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/12/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/12/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/07/12/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 12 Jul 2010 16:30:00 GMTAn Interview with Heidi Michaels about balancing her career with being a mother.This Monday our guest, Heidi Michaels, Certified Life and Sports Performance Coach, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,Heidi Michaels,Life CoachThis Monday our guest, Heidi Michaels, Certified Life and Sports Performance Coach, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/28/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/28/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/28/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 28 Jun 2010 16:30:00 GMTBalancing a career with being a single mother - Debbie FayThis Monday our guest - public speaking coach/presentation specialist - Debbie Fay, single mother of three, will share with you her ups and downs in balancing her career with being a mother. Please join our conversation by sharing your views and asking questions. Call in during showtime at (646) 716 5232.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,Debbie Fay,single mother,parenting and career,kidsThis Monday our guest - public speaking coach/presentation specialist - Debbie Fay, single mother of three, will share with you her ups and downs in balancinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/21/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/21/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/21/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 21 Jun 2010 16:30:00 GMTHelicopter MotherToday we are talking about the helicopter mother and the difference between being involved in your child's life and "hovering".00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,helicopter mother,kidsToday we are talking about the helicopter mother and the difference between being involved in your child's life and "hovering".http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/07/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/07/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/06/07/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 07 Jun 2010 16:30:00 GMTHelicopter motherToday we are talking about the helicopter mother and the difference between being involved in your child's life and "hovering".00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoAnnie Abram,parenting expert,mindful parenting,helicopter mother,helicopter momToday we are talking about the helicopter mother and the difference between being involved in your child's life and "hovering".http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/24/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/24/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/24/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 24 May 2010 16:30:00 GMTHelping children make transitionsToday Dr. Annie Abram will talk about helping children with transitions: going to a new school, moving, changing friends and having new siblings.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,new school,transitionsToday Dr. Annie Abram will talk about helping children with transitions: going to a new school, moving, changing friends and having new siblings.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/17/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/17/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/17/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 17 May 2010 16:30:00 GMTAsk Dr. Annie Abram about ToddlersDr. Annie Abram will talk about toddlers: their separation anxiety, sleeping habits, toilet training, temper tantrums and more. If you are a parent of a toddler, or just want more information about child development during the first 2 years please feel free to call as during show time at (646) 716-5232 or email at drannabram@gmail.com.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,mindful parenting,toddlersDr. Annie Abram will talk about toddlers: their separation anxiety, sleeping habits, toilet training, temper tantrums and more. If you are a parent of a toddlerhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/10/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/10/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/10/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 10 May 2010 16:30:00 GMTAsk Dr. Annie Abram - "What is spoiling?"Our show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent, and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a set of rules. It gives us the opportunity of a lifetime: to re-write our own life narrative. On our show we talk about developing a deeper understanding of ourselves in order to better understand our children.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,mindful parenting,spoilingOur show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent, and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/03/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/03/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/05/03/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 03 May 2010 16:30:00 GMTAsk Dr. Annie AbramOur show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a set of rules and it gives us the opportunity of a lifetime: to re-write our own life narrative. On our show we talk about developing a deeper understanding of ourselves in order to better understand our children.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,mindful parenting,motherhoodOur show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/04/26/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/04/26/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/04/26/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 26 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT"You Can Rewrite Your Life"Our show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a set of rules and it gives us the opportunity of a lifetime: to re-write our own life narrative. On our show we talk about developing a deeper understanding of ourselves in order to better understand our children.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,mindful parenting,you can rewrite your lifeOur show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/04/05/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/04/05/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/04/05/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 05 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMTAsk Dr. Annie Abram at 12:00 noon todayOur show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a set of rules and it gives us the opportunity of a lifetime: to re-write our own life narrative. On our show we talk about developing a deeper understanding of ourselves in order to better understand our children.00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,mindful parenting,motherhoodOur show is an open conversation about mindful parenting, finding your voice as a parent and feeling competent in this role. Parenting is a relationship not a shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/03/29/ask-dr-annie-abramParentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/03/29/ask-dr-annie-abram/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/drannieabram/2010/03/29/ask-dr-annie-abramMon, 29 Mar 2010 16:30:00 GMTAsk Dr. Annie Abram 3/29/10Join parenting expert Dr. Annie Abram, Ph.D. on March 29th, 2010. She will talk about how parenthood presents opportunities for self-transformation throughout our lifetime. The parenting experience provides on-going opportunities to think about our life stories and understand how this narrative informs our daily life. We become mindful by making the connection between today and yesterday allowing ourselves to live in the present. You Can Rewrite Your Life! Call (646) 716 52 32 at 12:30pm EST, 11:30am CT, 9:30am PT with your questions and to learn more about healthy parenting styles. 00:30:00Annie Abram PhDnoparenting,parenting expert,Annie Abram,mindful parenting,motherhoodJoin parenting expert Dr. Annie Abram, Ph.D. on March 29th, 2010. She will talk about how parenthood presents opportunities for self-transformation throughout o