This email lists the new EDIS publications that have been released to the public in August 2012. They are now available on the World Wide Web at http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu. This mailing only includes publications in the Families and Consumers program area. Please see separate mailings for publications in other program areas.
| Families and Consumers | |
| Aging & Caregiving | |
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| Respite Care for Caregivers of Older Adults (FAR6013/FM402) “My 90-year-old grandmother lived with my mom and dad in her final years. She was comfortable there and had the help, support and affection she needed. My parents prepared healthy meals for her, took her shopping, to doctor’s appointments, and to visit friends. My grandmother knew she was safe, secure, and loved.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Caregiver Stress and Elder Abuse (FAR6015/FM406) “One out of four people is a caregiver for a family member or friend (AoA). Most of these informal caregivers, as well as paid caregivers who work for agencies or on their own, are able to meet the many challenges of providing care and do an excellent job (National Center on Elder Abuse, 2002). Even so, every year, thousands of reports of elder abuse are confirmed, and unfortunately, elder abuse seems to be on the rise (National Center on Elder Abuse).” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Questions to Ask Before Agreeing to Surgery (FCS2235/FY745) Before you agree to have surgery, you need to be aware of the risks and benefits. The best way to do this is to discuss the surgery with your doctor. Use this worksheet to ask questions and take notes so that you have all the information you need. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Martie Gillen and Carolyn S. Wilken, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Doctor Appointment Checklist (FCS2236/FY746) When you have a doctor appointment, you should make the most of your time with the doctor. This worksheet will help you remember what questions you want to ask and give you a space to take notes. This document is also beneficial if you are a caregiver for an older adult and go along to appointments. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Martie Gillen and Carolyn S. Wilken, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Contact Organization for Caregivers (FCS2258/FY870) As an older adult or caregiver for an older adult, you may need to contact multiple agencies and offices if you are seeking medical care. It helps to be organized when you contact these agencies so you know what questions to ask and have somewhere to write down the answers. This worksheet provides a contact form that will help you keep track of your conversations. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Martie Gillen and Carolyn S. Wilken, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Balancing Work and Caregiving: A Guide for Employers (FCS2261/FY873) Over 4 million people in Florida care for older family members or friends, and these people often must balance work and home responsibilities. Employers need to be aware of how to support their employees who are also caregivers. This could include support programs for caregivers, flexible schedules, or other work accommodations. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Martie Gillen and Carolyn S. Wilken, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Final Wishes: End-of-Life Decisions (FCS2262/FY874) As you grow older, you should discuss your final wishes with your family members so they will know what type of medical care you will want. The Five Wishes program and brochure present an easy way to communicate these decisions to your family and create a legal document. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Martie Gillen and Carolyn S. Wilken, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
| Children | |
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| Sun Protection for Your Children (FAR0084/FM412) “My children were all born during the summer months, and as we gradually spent more and more time outside, I wondered how best to protect them from the hot summer sun.” 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. |
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| Playing It Safe with Play Equipment (FAR0086/FM415) “Raising my rough-and-tumble children at times took superhuman energy, patience, and constant supervision. Even the joyful vision of a playground could be daunting when the swing was used as a human slingshot and the slide had 101 uses, of which only one was acceptable. I’m sure many parents can relate to the fear of the unknown dangers on the playground.” 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. |
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| Starting Child Care: Child Care 2 (FAR0308/FM418) “Many parents have suffered the heart-wrenching moment of dropping their baby at a new child care setting, only to have them cling and cry. If your child is starting child care, you can help make the transition easier by following a few guidelines from child development experts to help you and your child prepare for this change” 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. |
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| Helping Your Child Adjust to Child Care: Child Care 3 (FAR0309/FM419) “Almost 13 million of the 18 million children younger than five years of age in the U.S. are in some form of regular childcare (Overturf Johnson, 2002). This means that millions of parents are finding ways to help their children adjust to being away from Mom or Dad and get used to a new routine and situation. Child development experts recommend a number of strategies, particularly in the early weeks of care.” 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. |
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| Television and Babies' Sleep (FAR0426/FM395) “There are a number of video and television programs that have been made for children under the age of three. At times it may be fun to watch your baby or toddler bounce or dance along with the characters on the screen. Many busy caregivers also use these shows to give themselves a little time for a needed break or to prepare a meal or tidy up. However, watching television may not be best for your baby or toddler’s sleep.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Kristen McDanel and Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Factors of Adolescent Suicide (FAR1203/FM385) “The loss of a child to suicide can be particularly devastating to parents, friends, and others in the child’s life. When my daughter came home one day telling me of a classmate who was contemplating suicide, the flood of fear for her friend and for the fact that my daughter was so closely exposed to such pain was one of those life-stopping moments.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Adolescent Bullying and Family Therapy (FAR1204/FM399) “As much as parents like to think that bullying is something that’s outgrown in childhood, unfortunately it’s actually on the increase in adolescence. There are various individual and school-based approaches to dealing with bullying, but a new intervention that you might find surprising is none other than family therapy. ” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Kate Fogarty, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Teen Relationship Abuse Research Study (FAR1205/FM400) “When we think of violence between intimate partners, we often think of domestic abuse between adult men and women, and most often between husbands and wives. However, in a recent study commissioned by Liz Claiborne Inc., researchers discovered deep and troubling evidence that today’s teens are not only experiencing dating violence, but are accepting it as normal.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Adolescent TV Use (FAR1206/FM401) “More than likely you’ve commonly heard the most recent generations referred to as Generation X and now Generation Y. However, in a new report from the Kaiser Family Foundation, researchers renamed this younger group as “Generation M” to stand for media influence in their lives. Indeed, there are days that I wonder if my children can unplug from the many digital and electronic devices in their lives.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Teen Birth Rates Decline (FAR1208/FM420) “Parents and others who are concerned about teenagers having babies have reason to celebrate. According to the nonprofit research organization Child Trends, the teenage birth rate for 15-19 year olds is at the lowest point in over 40 years. This drop began in 1991 and has roceeded steadily so that it is now one-third lower than the 1991 peak. The other good news is that it continues to fall.” 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. |
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| Parents' Spending on Teens (FAR1209/FM421) “In a recent study from Teenage Research Unlimited, researchers reported that teens spent $159 billion in 2005. My own experience raising three teens led me to believe that many of them spent their parents’ money in 2005.” 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. |
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| Cyberbullying (FAR1713/FM398) “Bullying, or aggression on a continual basis between peers where one has a power advantage over another—is common among children and adolescents. Using intimidation and physical force or spreading rumors is often what comes to mind when we think of bullying. However, a form that parents and teachers may be less aware of is called “cyberbullying.” This involves put-downs, publicly sharing personal information, stalking, and other overt attacks upon a person, all using electronic communication.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Kate Fogarty and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
| Food Safety | |
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| Preventing Foodborne Illness: Campylobacteriosis (FSHN032/FS098) Over 800,000 cases per year of diarrheal disease in the United States were linked to Campylobacter, being ranked No. 4 in the pathogens causing foodborne illnesses. Campylobacter is also responsible for 15% of foodborne illness-related hospitalizations, and 6% of foodborne illness-related deaths. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Soohyoun Ahn, Renée M. Goodrich-Schneider, and Keith R. Schneider, and published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, July 2012. |
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| Preventing Foodborne Illness: Shigellosis (FSHN0517/FS128) Shigellosis occurs when virulent Shigella organisms are consumed and invade the intestinal mucosa, resulting in tissue destruction. Most Shigella infections are spread by stools or soiled fingers of an infected person to the mouth of another person when basic hygiene and handwashing are not properly done. This 5-page fact sheet was written by Keith R. Schneider, Soohyoun Ahn, and Renée M. Goodrich-Schneider, and published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, July 2012. |
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| Preventing Foodborne Illness: Yersiniosis (FSHN1209/FS193) Yersiniosis is an infectious disease caused by the consumption of food contaminated with the bacterium Yersinia. It is characterized by gastroenteritis, with diarrhea and/or vomiting, fever, abdominal pains, and skin rashes. Although outbreaks of yersiniosis are uncommon and sporadic in nature, foodborne outbreaks have been associated with consumption of contaminated food or water, and in places of high pork consumption. This 3-page fact sheet was written by Aswathy Sreedharan, Correy Jones, and Keith Schneider, and published by the UF Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, June 2012. |
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| Should We Go Organic? (FAR8048/FM357) “Choosing what to feed my family is no easy task. In addition to seeking meals that can be ready for our harried schedules and differing tastes, today when I go to the grocery store I also have to make decisions about whether or not to buy organically grown or raised foods. Many consumers worry that pesticides used in conventionally grown produce may increase our risk of cancer. But is this concern based in reality?” This 2-page fact sheet was written by Kate Welch, Linda Bobroff, and Amy Simonne, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
| Health & Nutrition | |
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| Newborn Mortality in the United States (FAR0427/FM403) “While the United States boasts some of the finest healthcare facilities and services known to humankind, the country also has one of the highest newborn mortality rates in the industrialized world. In fact, according to the World Health Organization, the U.S. is tied for second to last (with Hungary, Malta, Poland and Slovakia), with 5 newborn deaths per 1,000 live births (World Health Organization 2005).” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Appropriate Weight Gain During Pregnancy (FAR8060/FM392) “Many people these days are concerned about weight gain. Pregnant women often share these concerns; however, it's important for pregnant women to understand that weight gain during pregnancy is critical to their babies' health.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Stephanie Allen and Linda Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Living with Diabetes (FCS8706/FY334) Diabetes is a disease that affects more than 26 million Americans. Although there is no cure for type 1 or type 2 diabetes, diabetes can be managed with the proper care. If you have diabetes, the best way to live well is to learn about the disease and work with your doctor to develop a healthy living plan that is right for you. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Nancy J. Gal and Linda B. Bobroff, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012. |
| Money Matters | |
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| Building a Spending Plan series Follow the six steps in this series to learn how to calculate your expenses and determine your financial goals. With this information, you can compare your expenses against your income to find out how to best budget your money. Fill out these worksheets to build your own spending plan. These fact sheets were written by Nayda I. Torres, Josephine Turner, and Brenda C. Williams, and published by the UF Department of Family, Youth, and Community Sciences, July 2012. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_series_building_a_spending_plan |
| Relationships | |
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| Ocho necesidades de la pareja, el padre y el hijo (FCS2313Span/FY1331) Cuando las personas, las parejas y los padres aprenden cómo satisfacer sus necesidades personales consistentemente, pueden ayudar a otros y a sus hijos a satisfacer sus propias necesidades. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Victor William Harris, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012. |
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| 10 Reglas del conflicto constructivo (FCS2314Span/FY1332) Determinar cómo manejamos los conflictos – constructivamente o destructivamente- es un buen camino para saber que tan funcionales o disfuncionales actuamos en las relaciones. Tómese un minuto para contestar la prueba que se encuentra a continuación para ver si maneja los conflictos de una forma constructiva o destructiva. Esto le ayudará a darse cuenta que está haciendo bien y en cuáles habilidades podrÃa trabajar un poco más. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Victor William Harris, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012. |
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| 9 Habilidades importantes de la comunicacion para cada relacion (FCS2315Span/FY1333) La comunicación efectiva es esencial para las relaciones exitosas. Investigadores y terapistas han encontrado que hay al menos nueve habilidades que pueden ayudar a las parejas a aprender a hablar efectivamente acerca de problemas importantes. Si aprende bien estas nueve habilidades puede ayudar a poner las relaciones en una trayectoria positiva al éxito. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Victor William Harris, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2012. |
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| Are You Ready to Tie the Knot? A Quick Checklist (FCS2318/FY1334) The inventor, statesman, and scholar Benjamin Franklin provided some wise advice to all those thinking about tying the knot. “Keep your eyes wide open before marriage,” he said, “[and] half shut afterwards.” Marriage is a partnership that has emotional, financial, and legal implications. Before entering into this union, it is important for you and your partner to have your “eyes wide open” as you examine your individual attitudes and behaviors about both social and financial issues. This 4-page fact sheet was written by Lisa M. Leslie and Victor W. Harris, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| 10 Things You Need to Know Before You Get Married (FCS2319/FY1335) Americans love romantic books and movies that involve wedding vows and “happily-ever-after” endings. But in response to the high rates of divorce, a growing trend has emerged that focuses on developing a healthy marriage, rather than just the act of marriage. This 5-page fact sheet presents ten ways to achieve a healthy marriage of your own. Written by Victor W. Harris and Ginny Hinton, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Adult Children of High-Conflict Marriages (FAR3037/FM394) “Most of us have probably heard someone declare that they had remained in their marriage “for the sake of the kids.” Research suggests, however, that logic may not hold up. In the long run, children whose parents are in high-conflict marriages may not be any better off than children whose parents divorce. While divorce has been shown to create significant negative outcomes for many children over the course of their lives, new research shows that conflict in marriage can have lasting effects into adulthood as well.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Donna Davis, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Old Maid No More (FAR3038/FM416) “Twenty years ago, women were being warned that, according to demographic research, if they didn’t marry by the time they were in their early twenties, they would likely live out their lives unwed. As a child, I was even told that “those” women became “old maids,” and I feared a similar fate. Fast-forward to 2006, and the news is quite different.” 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. |
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| Baby Boomer Family Life (FAR5008/FM389) “The first of the baby boomers are getting a lot of press lately as they begin turning 60, and researchers have been exploring how this large generation impacts not only our political and cultural climate, but our families as well.” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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| Overworked Families (FAR5051/FM407) “Most weeks, as I breathlessly try to keep up with my family responsibilities and the demands of my job, I often lament, ‘There just aren’t enough hours in the day!’” This 2-page Family Album Radio transcript was written by Suzanna Smith, and published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2012. |
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