Family Album Radio transcripts

Talking to Your Teens about Dating (FAR1212/FM443)

“Talking to teenagers about dating may seem like a daunting task to some parents who are thinking their teen will assume the “Oh no, not another parent talk again” posture. You know the one—head cocked, eyes rolled, and arms crossed. However, talking about it can be very important in determining how your teen approaches dating and his or her future relationships.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Kate Fogarty and Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm443

Cohabitation among Older Adults (FAR3040/FM436)

“Most of the time when we think about cohabiting couples, we imagine younger adults who are living together before they get married, or instead of marrying. But, according to the 2000 census, there are more than a million individuals over the age of 50 who are cohabiting, and this number is increasing as baby boomers reach their 50s and 60s.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm436

Choosing an Infant Carrier and Car Seat (FAR0431/FM435)

“When bringing your new baby home from the hospital or birthing center, one of the items you can’t leave without is an infant car seat.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm435

How Couples Cope with Infertility (FAR3039/FM433)

“I’ve had many friends who, soon after they were married, were constantly facing questions from friends and relatives about when they were going to start having children. Many people assume this would be the next logical step. However, many couples choose not to have children, and more than four million married men and women in the U.S. have difficulty conceiving or carrying a child to birth.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm433

Choosing an Assisted Living Facility (FAR6017/FM434)

“Assisted living facilities are a type of housing for frail elders and people with physical and mental disabilities who don’t need nursing care but cannot live independently. These residences offer personal care, health care, around-the-clock supervision, and other services. With a wide variety of facilities out there, selecting a residence may be difficult.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm434

Effective Parenting in the Preadolescent Years (FAR1216/FM455)

Effective parents show love by spending time with their young teen, showing a genuine interest in them. This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm455

Friends during Early Adolescence (FAR1215/FM454)

“If you have a son or daughter between the ages of 10 and 14, you probably have heard, “But Mom, Dad, all my friends do, have, or wear…” something you don’t want them to do, have, or wear.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm454

Television and Attention Problems (FAR0093/FM453)

“Many parents at one time or another have put a young child in front of a television for a few minutes of household peace. Making a routine of this, however, may create long-term problems.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Diana Converse, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm453

Keeping Fruit In Your Diet (FAR8036/FM241)

“Those of us who love fruit find it hard to imagine that so many Americans eat far less fruit than is recommended for good health. But national surveys show it to be true. Somehow they manage to resist the wonderful textures, aromas, and flavors of melons, berries, apples, bananas, mangoes, and all the other fruits available in this country!” This 2-page radio transcript was written by Linda Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm241

Stress Management Techniques (FAR5010/FM457)

“Getting stressed in traffic? Worried about your finances or loved ones? You are not alone. Stress is a daily part of life and can cause both health and emotional problems. Experts suggest that we manage our stress in order to prevent having these negative results. Here are some tips for managing stress.” This 2-page radio transcript was written by Heidi Liss Radunovich, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm457

Breaking out of Unhealthy Marital Interactions (FAR3041/FM474)

“For couples today, there's an abundance of information on how to sustain healthy, happy marital relationships. What many couples fail to realize is that these positive practices won't work without addressing negative patterns and destructive behaviors in their relationship.” This 2-page radio transcript was written by Eboni Baugh and Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm474

Caring for Stepparents in Later Life (FAR4010/FM460)

“Most people agree with the idea that families have a responsibility to care for older family members. Yet some changes in family life have brought up new questions about caring for the elderly. What happens when a parent divorces and then remarries later in life? Should adult children care for the stepparent as well as the parent? These questions are becoming more and more important as individuals live longer and growing numbers of older adults divorce and remarry…” This transcript of a two-minute Family Album Radio broadcast was published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm460

Early Adolescent Problem Behavior (FAR1217/FM461)

“You’ve probably known a parent of a middle-schooler who has lamented that aliens abducted their sweet child and returned a different, not so sweet preteen being. Early adolescence is a time of change in the relationship between parent and adolescent, and both have to adjust. Although most families weather these changes without serious difficulties, some families do have problems…” This transcript of a two-minute Family Album Radio broadcast was published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm461

Teens and Sleep (FAR1219/FM477)

“Keeping up with the daily schedule of a teenager can be exhausting. However, they are often the ones who are truly suffering! …” This transcript of a two-minute Family Album Radio broadcast was published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm477

Child Poverty Increasing (FAR5012/FM472)

“When we think of poor children, the images of starving children across the world may come to mind. However, the numbers of children living in poverty right here in the U.S. might surprise you…” This transcript of a two-minute Family Album Radio broadcast was published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm472

How Family Environment Influences Teens (FAR1218/FM470)

“After years of hearing how much I should dread the teen years, what a wonderful surprise it was when I found that living with teenagers could actually be not just a pleasant experience, but a fulfilling and wonderful adventure…” This transcript of a two-minute Family Album Radio broadcast was published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, March 2012.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fm470