K-State Research and Extension - Family and Personal Relationships

For Child, Early Lessons in Money Management Can Pay Off

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:00:00 GMT

MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Children who see their parents pay for items with a credit or debit card, rather than cash, may have some misconceptions about money, said Carol Young, Kansas State University Research and Extension financial management specialist.

Words are Important, So is Body Language

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 14:00:00 GMT

MANHATTAN, Kan. -- The choice of words is important to effective communication, but body language can send a message that is just as, if not more important, than the words themselves, said Charlotte Shoup Olsen, Kansas State University Research and Extension family systems specialist.

In New Year, Don't Let Relationships Gather Dust

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT

MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Holiday gatherings bring families together, and two Kansas State University specialists are encouraging families and friends to build on the spirit of the season in the new year.

Caregivers Need TLC

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT

MANHATTAN, Kan. -- In 2009, 31.2 percent of American households queried included one caregiver, said Debra Sellers, Kansas State University Research and Extension specialist on adult development and aging.

In New Year, Aim to Improve Eating Habits, Family Meals

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:00:00 GMT

New Year's resolutions can fade quickly, yet taking stock of the family's eating habits and making even small changes in meals and snacks can improve one’s health, a Kansas State University nutrition specialist said.

CREATING A SENSE OF FAMILY...

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Look in any dictionary or do an internet search and you’ll find several definitions for family. “All the members of a household under one roof” is one definition. “A group of persons sharing common ancestry” is another. But, a family is much more than that. A family is filled with traditions, a sense of belonging and connectedness. On today’s Sound Living: creating a sense of “family” throughout the holidays.

PUTTING FAMILY BEFORE TECHNOLOGY...

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We’re heading into the holiday season and while most like to celebrate with family and friends, all of this socializing can create conflict. In an age of 60-inch flat screen TVs, iPods, cell phones, twittering and texting, face-to-face communication can be difficult. In addition, we all have an image in our minds of how the holidays are supposed to play out…especially adolescents trying to figure out who they are and what their role is in the family. On today’s Sound Living: putting technology second and family first during holiday gatherings.