by admin | Jan 8, 2012 | Radio Shows
As the media covers shocking child abuse scandals, parents question how to help their children avoid being a victim. As a parent, are you open and willing to talk to your children about personal space and inappropriate versus appropriate touching? What about helping them understand what sexual behavior is? Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss how to teach children to be safe, and the need for adults to speak out and advocate for kids.
• Debbie McCann is a forensic interviewer and multi-disciplinary team leader at Community Violence Solutions.
• Jorge Partida, PsyD, known as “Dr. Jorge” is a practicing psychologist, founder of J. Partida Consulting, and the author of The Promise of the Fifth Sun: Ancestral Journey of Self Discovery.
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by admin | Jan 1, 2012 | Radio Shows
Why are boys lagging behind girls academically? New data shows that boys have dropped behind in reading in every state; this problem seems to cut to the core of boys’ difficulties keeping up in school. Additionally, struggling boys are twice as likely as girls to be suspended, and three times as likely face school expulsion. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss how we can more effectively engage boys in school and motivate them to succeed.
• Matt Foley, a coach at Student Organizational Services.
• Love Weinstock, assistant head of the East Bay School for Boys.
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by admin | Dec 18, 2011 | Radio Shows
With the holiday season in full swing, it can be easy to focus on presents and forget the deeper meanings of rituals and celebrations. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss how to cultivate and embrace gratitude and giving.
• Jeremy Adam Smith is a contributing editor at the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley.
• Angela Louie Howard is the founder and director of Lotus Bloom, a child and family resource center.
• Daniel Lurie, the CEO and ED of Tipping Point.
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by admin | Dec 11, 2011 | Radio Shows
Children are deeply affected when parents divorce — the holidays are a time when such challenges are brought to the forefront. It’s important for parents to remember communicate respectfully with each other for their children’s sake. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss the impact of divorce on families and how to enjoy each other’s company during the holidays and all year long.
• Susan Pease Gadoua, author of the Contemplating Divorce, A Step-by-Step Guide to Deciding Whether to Stay or Go.
• Kadie Kelly, the founder of The Oakland Single Parents Network.
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by admin | Dec 4, 2011 | Radio Shows
Do your children ask questions about sexuality and body parts when you least expect it? Are you prepared to talk openly and appropriately with kids of any age? Listen in as Nurse Rona and guests respond to comments and questions from listeners!
• Robie Harris, author of many books, most recently Who Has What? All About Boys’ and Girls’ Bodies.
• Shari Unitan, MFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist.
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by admin | Nov 27, 2011 | Radio Shows
Choosing a high school is a difficult decision for many families. Knowing what options are available is an important step in the process. Join Nurse Rona and guest host Beth Samuelson, MA, of Student Organizational Services, as they discuss how to find the best and most affordable alternatives to traditional public high school. This episode is a part of our ongoing series for parents, Your Teen Matters, Navigating the Middle and High School Years.
• Phil Halpern, a lead teacher at Berkeley High School’s CAS Program.
• David Richards, MA, executive director of a Summit Public School, in East San Jose, CA.
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