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The Perils of Young Romance: Relationship Violence Among Young Adult Couples

Relationship violence is linked with a host of negative outcomes for women and men. Child Trends' latest research brief, Relationship Violence Among Young Adult Couples, used data collected in 2001 from both women and men to examine physical relationship violence and threats of physical violence among heterosexual young adult couples in the U.S. Specifically, our researchers analyzed reports from both partners in married, cohabiting, and longer-term dating relationships to identify relationship characteristics that are linked to violence among young adults.

Search Institute American Family Assets Study

The American Family Assets Study from the Search Institute highlights critical strengths in families that contribute to positive outcomes for both kids and parents, introduces a new framework of Family Assets which focus on healthy relationships and practices in families, and emphasizes strengths that are relevant to a wide diversity of families in America.

from Zippy Weekly Videos

Amber Case: Cyborg Anthropologist

Anthropologist Amber Case studies the symbiotic interactions between humans and machines. In this fascinating brief TED talk (ted.com), Case, gives us a vision of how we are already acting like cyborgs. Quoting the lecture description, "Case, who predicts that intensification of the human-technology interface will quickly reduce the distance between individual and community, believes that the convergence of technologies will bring about unprecedented rapid learning and communication."

from Future of Children blog - child obesity

Speaking with Children about Obesity

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from Zippy Weekly Videos

How to be well groomed (1949)

In this 1949 short film, siblings Don and Sue learn the importance of good grooming! As with many of these films, they can be archaic and unintentionally funny at times. One piece of advice offered is "Sue avoids red nail polish since it would draw attention to her stubby hands." Still, there is a lot of guidance that is still relevant. Enjoy!

from The Forum for Family and Consumer Issues

The Forum for Family and Consumer Issues

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from Search Institute

American Family Assets Study

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from New research from Child Trends

The Characteristics and Circumstances of Teen Father: At the Birth of Their First Child and Beyond

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Families, Schools and Communities: Together for Young Children, Fourth Edition

With its strong theoretical research foundation, this text emphasizes the vital role of families and communities in young children's education--and the partnerships that early childhood educators must forge and foster to assure that children receive the highest quality care and education possible. The first section provides an understanding of families and contemporary issues that they face, covering such areas as family diversity, developmental issues, family strengths and functions, parenting and family stressors. The second section emphasizes skills and dispositions that teachers must develop in relation to building partnerships. Current research and best practices are incorporated throughout, including new information on inclusive environments, community schools, the importance of home language to families, children's learning at home, and other topics. Theory into Practice Suggestions (TIPS) and case studies provide practical insight that will help as you build your own partnerships in your community. The fifth edition is in press and will be published in late 2012 or early 2013.

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Viewing policy and practice through the family impact lens: A new rationale, handbook, and toolkit for family science teachers

by Karen Bogenschneider and Olivia M. Little, Policy Institute for Family Impact Seminars, University of Wisconsin-Madison/Extension

A new rationale, handbook, and toolkit are available to update decision-makers and encourage them to prioritize families.

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