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Rutgers University
from NCFR News

Participants needed

for research on siblings and elder care
October 09, 2012

A researcher at Rutgers University is conducting a study titled “The communication behaviors of adult siblings while caring for aging parents.” 

for Members and CFLEs ONLY

What Differences Are There in Online and On-Campus Student Profiles and Outcomes?

A junior-level Family Relationships course was taught both online and on-campus in three different semesters at a state-supported institution of higher education.  The instructor, text, and assessments were the same for all sections of the classes.  Data were collected to compare the profiles and the final grade outcomes of the students in both formats.

from 2012 NCFR Annual Conference
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222
11:45 am - 1:00 pm | All posters are in the Atrium. For the Poster Symposium, at 12:30 pm, those who wish to discuss posters 222-01 through 222-03 will move to the Curtis A Room.

Poster Session 5

POSTER SYMPOSIUM - Social Support and Resources Influenced on Familial Issues. POSTER TOPICS: Mate Selection, Dating, Gender/Roles; Relationships; Intergenerational Issues; Resiliency
from 2012 NCFR Annual Conference
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5:15 pm - 6:30 pm | Russell A/B

Parenting Stress Predictors and Implications in Mexican American Families

Concurrent Sessions 4

Discussant: Keith Crnic
Session Organizers/Chairs: Melissa A. Barnett, Ann Mastergeorge

Search Institute
from NCFR News

Search Institute

releases American Family Assets Study
June 19, 2012

This study is based on a national study of 1,500 families (surveys of both youth and their parents).

Family Relations
from NCFR News

Call for submissions

Special issue of Family Relations on Families and Disabilities
October 02, 2012

To promote contemporary understanding of the relationship of disability with the development and well-being of children, adults, and families over the lifespan, Family Relations is planning a “Special Edition” focusing on families and disabilities from interdisciplinary perspectives.

What is that (parents in English)
from Zippy Weekly Videos

What is that? (parents in English)

This video was a Zippy video choice a couple years ago, but it bears repeating for Father’s Day. Whether you are a father - or have a father - this brilliant short film is a must-see and it may be a link you may wish to send to your father. Happy Father’s Day to all of NCFR’s fathers and all who practice male generativity.

from Professional Resource Library

The Dibble Institute

The Dibble Institute is a private, non-profit organization created to promote relationship training for youth, with special focus on dating and romantic interactions. Their goal is to help young people gain the skills essential for healthy relationships now, and successful marriages in the future. They have received several government grants and their programs have been empirically tested and have been found to be effective. In addition, they have won several awards. Some of their programs include dealing with emotions, conflict management, recognizing dangerous relationships, healthy relationships, effective communications, low-risk dating strategies, social and emotional aspects of sexuality, and setting limits and boundaries.

NCCP
from NCFR News

National Center for Children in Poverty

new brief on paid family leave
April 24, 2012

National Center for Children in Poverty has just produced a policy brief called "Paid Family Leave: Strengthening Families and our Future."

U.S. Marine Surprises His Sister During College Graduation Ceremony
from Zippy Weekly Videos

U.S. Marine Surprises His Sister During College Graduation Ceremony

A graduating senior, Jessica, from California Polytechnic State University, receives the most wonderful graduation gift imaginable from her brother, Eric!  Jessica - congratulations on your degree and, Eric, thank you for your service to our country. Enjoy!