Temale Defends Stay-at-Home Parenting Debate
The Des Moines Register critiques a columnist for endorsing parental home care during infancy and toddlerhood, sparking backlash about gender roles and political implications. North Carolina psychologist John Rosemond comments on media reactions and societal attitudes toward motherhood and child care.
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Divorce seen as healthier than staying unhappy marriages
Therapists say marriage counseling often fails to save marriages and that staying together for the kids can harm children. JoAnn Saunders, a licensed therapist, notes her role is to help individuals recognize blocks to needs and avoid posing herself as a marriage savior. Therapists warn that sham marriages teach insecurity and poor intimacy, while divorced parents like Alison Ruff reveal how observing conflict shapes their children’s views of relationships.
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Divorce and kids shaping through parents actions
Two parents facing divorce influence their children's adjustment says therapist Chuck Wyre. Experts note effects of single parent and stepfamily life, with counselors urging neutral stance unless violence or abuse.
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Unhappy couples stay together for kids ire therapists say
A conservative view argues parents should remain married for children though counselors note divorce can be character building for kids. Gerry a businessman fears disclosure while an associate pastor reflects on lessons learned by her children from divorce.
Girl learns lesson after a stranger offers a ride
A 14 year old recounts a near danger after accepting a ride from a man who appeared benevolent. He drives her home from a library at night and warns her never to accept rides from strangers again, noting appearances can be deceiving.
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Dear Abby column snippets on theft and safety
Dear Abby shares a warning after a tragic incident involving a niece. The reader later asks about taking hotel items as souvenirs and the advice is to avoid taking items. the columnist suggests asking the manager for a souvenir or avoiding taking items altogether.
Kidney blood tests assess renal function
Dr. Peter Gott explains that kidney tests measure blood waste products like BUN and creatinine to gauge renal function. Elevated levels signal inefficient kidneys, affecting drug dosing such as digoxin, and prompting monitoring during diuretic use or before surgery to prevent complications.
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