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Speaking with an Older Relative about Family History
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Speaking with an Older Relative about Family History

Perri Chinalai | December 21, 2020

By asking older relatives these questions and recording their stories you can deepen what it means to belong to your family.

Family Photo Fun This Thanksgiving
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Family Photo Fun This Thanksgiving

Sarah Hiner | November 26, 2020

Retelling stories from the family photo album can rekindle the warmth and love of Thanksgiving even when you’re at a distance.

You Need to Change Your Mind About How to Change Minds

You Need to Change Your Mind About How to Change Minds

Jonah Berger, PhD | October 22, 2020

The secret of successfully changing minds often lies in removing the hidden barriers that prevent people from modifying their views.

Could Foster Parenting Be for You?
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Could Foster Parenting Be for You?

Bob Herne | October 7, 2020

Those who foster or adopt a teen find it unbelievably rewarding, making perhaps the biggest, best difference in a child’s life. Here’s what you need to know…

Should Your Loved One Go to a Nursing Home?
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Should Your Loved One Go to a Nursing Home?

Arthur Kleinman, MD | August 1, 2020

Arthur Kleinman, MD, a renowned psychiatrist, was a caregiver for his wife for 10 years before he was forced to…

How to Adopt a Rescue Dog
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How to Adopt a Rescue Dog

Rachael Rudman | July 15, 2020

You may think you’re ready to adopt a rescue pet, but are you sure? Important questions to ask (and answer) before you head to the shelter.

Great Games to Play for Friends Who Can’t Be Together
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Great Games to Play for Friends Who Can’t Be Together

Meredith ­Sinclair | June 5, 2020

Being trapped at home this year taught us that video chatting is a surprisingly satisfying way to be with people.

What World Have We Created for Our Children?
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What World Have We Created for Our Children?

Sarah Hiner | June 4, 2020

We birthed innocent children and too many grew into lost, aggressive destroyers Where did we go wrong?

Pain-Free Wedding Planning for Parents
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Pain-Free Wedding Planning for Parents

JoAnn Gregoli | May 15, 2020

Avoid common wedding-planning pitfalls— including disagreements about budget, guest list and family traditions

How to Live Harmoniously with an Adult Child Who Moves Back Home
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How to Live Harmoniously with an Adult Child Who Moves Back Home

Jane Adams, PhD | May 8, 2020

Set rules about money, guests, personal space, and curfews when adult children move home.

Choose the Right Dog Food—Without Overspending
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Choose the Right Dog Food—Without Overspending

Lisa P. Weeth, DVM | April 29, 2020

The right and wrong about the way we feed our dogs: The low-down on high-cost foods, senior formulas, table scraps and snacks

My Uncle Julie—Every Family Has a Black Sheep. Can They Change with Age?
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My Uncle Julie—Every Family Has a Black Sheep. Can They Change with Age?

Adriane Berg | April 28, 2020

Yes, he had some major flaws, but there was something lovable about Uncle Julie, the black sheep of the family. Lessons learned.

It’s OK to Let Adult Children Struggle
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It’s OK to Let Adult Children Struggle

Jeffrey ­Bernstein | March 30, 2020

It’s hard to let children struggle when you can solve their problems. For their sake, it’s better to let them overcome obstacles on their own

The Downside of Too Much Love
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The Downside of Too Much Love

Sarah Hiner | January 9, 2020

Too much "love" cost our dog four teeth. Too much love is costing our young people even more.

8 Super-Fun Games for Your Next Family Get-Together
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8 Super-Fun Games for Your Next Family Get-Together

Meredith ­Sinclair | November 18, 2019

Fun games for all ages from silly to truly competitive