All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast

Estrangement from an adult child is one of the most painful experiences a parent can face, filled with a litany of unanswered questions like, “should I reach out?”. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews psychotherapist and estrangement specialist Tina Gilbertson, LPC to answer this question, and find out what makes for a successful reconnection. Specializing in supporting parents of estranged adult children, Tina Gilbertson, LPC is the founder of the Reconnection Club, an online resource for parents of estranged adult children. With a master’s degree in counseling psychology, Tina Gilbertson, LPC is licensed as an LPC in Colorado and Oregon, and is also a Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider, offering online therapy to clients in both states, as well as training and consulting globally. In this episode, Tina Gilbertson, LPC sheds light on how estrangement affects both the parents and children directly involved, as well as the family unit as a whole. Additionally, she addresses some common misconceptions about estrangement, both on the parents’ and children’s end, offering advice to those who are struggling with estrangement. Together, Marie and Tina Gilbertson, LPC weigh up various habits that may be effective in finding peace, managing grief, and maintaining reconnection. So, tune in to this episode for evidence-based insights and expert advice on navigating estrangement! Follow Tina Gilbertson, LPC’s work via the following links:Reconnection Club: https://reconnectionclub.comPsychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/constructive-wallowing/201407/6-tips-setting-better-boundariesWebsite: https://tinagilbertson.com/about/ Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

In this episode of All Together, host Sarah Stancombe is joined by expert Kurt Ela, Psy.D. to discuss the role of grandparents in the family, their impact on grandchildren, and their relationship with parents. Kurt Ela, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and associate professor of psychiatry at Georgetown University School of Medicine. He works with patients throughout the life cycle, with an emphasis on child and adolescent therapy as well as parenting and grandparenting. He has been awarded the Department’s Psychotherapy Supervisor of The Year Award, The Wellness Coach Recognition Award, and The William Licamele, M.D. Distinguished Seminar Teacher Award. Kurt received his BA from Amherst College and his doctorate from The George Washington University. He completed his internship at the University of Pennsylvania where he worked with pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.In this episode, Kurt Ela, Psy.D. explains how a grandparent can take on many different roles in families - everything from someone distant, someone fun, a babysitter, to even a surrogate parent. Some grandparents struggle with distance, and this is where technology can help to ensure their involvement in the family. On the other hand, some parents may consider grandparents to be overbearing. Kurt Ela, Psy.D. advises open communication between parents and grandparents to ensure boundaries and expectations regarding caring for the grandchildren are clear.Together, Sarah and Kurt Ela, Psy.D. explore how to be better grandparents. Grandparents can be a light in the darkness when families go through hardship, especially if they foster a safe and familiar environment, where their home has structure, routine, and safe, familiar faces. By listening to what their grandchildren need and enjoy, grandparents can be a positive influence on their lives. Connect with Kurt Ela, Psy.D. via the follow platforms:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurt-ela-36339289/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkurtela/ Follow Kurt Ela, Psy.D.’s work via his website: www.decadeofchildhood.com Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

What if the real key to aging well isn’t found in a pill—but in how you move and what you eat? Aging is inevitable, but science is showing that how we age—and how well we live as we grow older—can be influenced by two powerful tools: nutrition and exercise. This week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Professor James McKendry, Ph.D., an expert in muscle biology and healthy aging, to unpack how diet and movement shape our health span—the years we live not just longer, but better. Currently part of the Food, Nutrition, and Health Program at the University of British Columbia, James McKendry, Ph.D.'s research focuses on skeletal muscle preservation, nutrient signaling, and optimizing physical function in aging adults. His work aims to extend the health span by exploring how targeted nutrition and exercise can protect muscle mass and vitality as our family grows older. In this episode, James McKendry, Ph.D. breaks down common misconceptions about aging, the critical distinction between lifespan and health span, and why that difference matters. James McKendry, Ph.D. and Sabrina dive into nutrient timing, protein intake, and evidence-backed dietary patterns that support longevity—alongside practical guidance on the types of physical activity that offer the greatest benefit as we age. Whether you’re in midlife, retirement, or simply planning for a healthier future for your loved ones, this conversation offers science-backed insights and actionable strategies for maintaining strength, independence, and quality of life for years to come. Tune in this week to discover how smart movement and intentional eating can help you and your family age less and live more. Follow James McKendry, Ph.D.’s work at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmckendryphd/ Instagram: @James_McKendry - https://www.instagram.com/james_mckendry/ Faculty Profile: https://www.landfood.ubc.ca/james-mckendry/ Edwin S.H. Leong Centre for Healthy Aging: https://healthyaging.med.ubc.ca/faculty/james-mckendry-phd Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=M_MZ0GkAAAAJ&hl=enTwitter: @James_McKendry - https://twitter.com/james_mckendry Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Having different people, with different roles, expectations and mindsets can create a dynamic that won't last too long. Without healthy boundaries, family members can seem more like housemates, that frustrate each other to no end, than a family that cares for and respects each other. Our expert in this area is professor Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMFT, AFC®, CFT™, whose expertise involves marriage and family therapy, as well as financial therapy. Teaching courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels at Kansas State University, Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMFT, AFC®, CFT™ has published over forty articles in top-tier mental health, family science, financial counseling, and financial planning journals In this episode, Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMFT, AFC®, CFT™ gives advice on having conversations about money, setting boundaries and managing conflict. Together, Marie and Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMFT, AFC®, CFT™ discuss how writing down your financial worries and having a plan before going into a conversation can really assist in having productive conversations and better problem solving. Follow Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMFT, AFC®, CFT™’s work here: https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/pfp/about/people/meganmccoy/ Follow Megan McCoy, Ph.D., LMFT, AFC®, CFT™ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-mccoy-phd/ Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

Effective communication is the cornerstone of strong family relationships, but as life’s complexities increase, miscommunication, misunderstandings, and unresolved conflicts can strain even the closest bonds. In this episode, host Marie Stella interviews diplomat coach Eric Maisel, Ph.D. on how relationship coaching helps to strengthen communication within families. Having written over 50 books and edited several more, Eric Maisel, Ph.D. is not only a diplomat coach, but also lead editor for the Ethics International Press Critical Psychology and Critical Psychiatry Series, presenting solicited chapters from international experts on a wide variety of underexplored subjects. Furthermore, he pens a blog on Psychology Today, ‘Rethinking Mental Health’, which has garnered over three million views. In this episode, Eric Maisel, Ph.D. addresses the everyday consequences of communication — or lack thereof — within families, as well as the challenges of internal conflicts. Additionally, he highlights the importance of strong family bonds, and sheds light on what relationship coaching can bring to the table. Together, Marie and Eric Maisel, Ph.D. discuss how gratitude and rituals can assist in everyday communication in relationships and families. So, tune in to this episode to learn more about how relationship coaching can transform the way families communicate! Follow Eric Maisel, Ph.D.’s work on his website: https://ericmaisel.com/ Produced by the Family Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs. Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit http://fa.lmsl.net/ for additional information about Family Science Labs. Follow us on social media to stay updated: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@familysciencelabs/Facebook: http://facebook.com/family.science.labs.1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/family.science.labs/LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/showcase/familysciencelabs/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FaScienceLabs/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@family.science.labs/ You can also subscribe and listen to our podcasts on your preferred podcasting platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcast/id1648226863Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KsAHQ9cboyvEwXq2oNGXFAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/97921230-f6e8-4e0b-aaf6-57475fa796d7/all-together-the-family-science-insights-podcastiHeart Radio: https://iheart.com/podcast/102676509Podbean: https://familyscienceinsights.podbean.com/PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401811Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/all-together-the-family-scienc-4903181

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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