Thoughtful discussions led by family psychologist Dan Gottlieb, Ph.D., Voices in the Family highlights issues and experiences that affect individuals and society with an emphasis on behavioral health and well being. Dan addresses recent developments in the fields of psychology and sociology and brings his unique talents as a psychotherapist and radio professional to each interview and each caller. As such, the audience is treated to a radio experience that is both eye opening and heart opening. Both the show and Dr. Dan have received numerous local and national awards.
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Dan Gottlieb, Ph.D.
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Advice from others can be helpful – but it’s not always welcome. When a neighbor, colleague or loved one tries to tell you how to liv ...
Air Date: August 21, 2018
Listen 03:29
Parents, Put Down Your Devices
Parents spend a lot of time arguing with their kids about screen time, trying to limit access to smart phones, and social media. B ...
Air Date: August 13, 2018
Listen 04:29
Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Pet
WHYY’s Maiken Scott spoke with psychologist Dr. Dan Gottlieb about the grief of saying goodbye to a beloved animal – and how we work ...
Air Date: August 6, 2018
Listen 04:06
Cultivating Character with Angela Duckworth
Curiosity, self control, grit and zest— they’re all character strengths. But what is character? And how do we cultivate it? Wh ...
Air Date: May 18, 2018
Listen 52:23
Can we teach character strengths to kids?
Research shows that character strengths are as important as I-Q and socioeconomic status to achievement and well-being in life. The ...
Air Date: April 23, 2018
Listen 03:49
The current political atmosphere has many people feeling distressed. What’s the best way to cope with our emotions when we’re outrage ...
Air Date: April 20, 2018
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About 5% of couples have open relationships – where the partners are committed to staying together, but see other people. In ...
Air Date: March 26, 2018
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When couples hold hands, their breathing and heart rates synchronize. If one of the partners is in pain, it diminishes the more the brain ...
Air Date: March 19, 2018
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Adding hope to health messages may lead to better outcomes
Doctors often have to talk to their patients about different health risks – obesity, smoking, too much alcohol – but WHAT sho ...
Air Date: March 12, 2018
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How to help teens look beyond their screens
We often think of teenagers as obsessed with their phones, selfies, or being popular. Researchers are learning more about what help ...
Air Date: March 5, 2018
Listen 03:36
Why some don’t seek treatment for depression
Millions of American adults experience depression. There are treatments and medications that can help. But in a recent study of more than ...
Air Date: February 20, 2018
Listen 2:55
Hope, Hopelessness, and Healing
When faced with a degenerative disease or life threatening illness, might hopelessness improve the quality of our lives? On this ...
Air Date: January 19, 2018
Listen 51:07
The importance of thinking critically
How intelligent a person is can predict many things in terms of their quality of life: success, money, or power. But researchers say we s ...
Air Date: December 22, 2017
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Meeting Holiday Conflict Head-On
A lot of people dread conversations around the table during the holidays. We try to avoid hot-button topics like politics, and maybe igno ...
Air Date: December 18, 2017
Listen 3:43
How to Discuss Obesity with Children
One third of American children are overweight or obese, so weight is a topic that comes up in doctors offices a lot. In a ...
Air Date: December 12, 2017
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