
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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Does a positive outlook positively affect memory?
A new study finds that people who are cheerful and content, what psychologists call "positive affect," are less likely to experience memory decline as they age.
Air Date: November 30, 2020
Listen 04:27Understanding the emotional impact of rejection
Being rejected hurts, not being accepted into a group, being turned down for a date, or being ditched by a friend.
Air Date: October 12, 2020
Listen 05:00Feeling guilty for feeling happy?
A lot of people feel overwhelmed by the news lately. The pandemic continues, the political landscape is polarized, wildfires rage on the ...
Air Date: September 14, 2020
Listen 04:57The beginning of the school year is coming into very sharp focus for many families - and it's a time of high anxiety that can be tough to navigate.
Air Date: August 19, 2020
Listen 04:34Healthcare workers feel the mental health toll of the pandemic
Healthcare workers have witnessed so much suffering and tragedy, worked long hours, dealt with PPE shortages, and feared for their own safety.
Air Date: June 29, 2020
Listen 04:25Too much togetherness can be challenging for couples
Do you remember that old Turtles song that goes “you and me, and me and you”?? That sounds great when you’re ne ...
Air Date: June 11, 2020
Listen 04:04Talking about critical care and death with loved ones
A recent editorial in the New York Times urges families to have “the talk” – that is, the end of life talk. If you were ...
Air Date: June 9, 2020
Listen 04:14Remember when social distancing and staying at home was going to last for about two weeks? Weeks later, with little change, some aspects ...
Air Date: May 15, 2020
Listen 04:16Is letting go of New Year’s resolutions a good thing?
We’re well into 2020, how are you doing with your New Year’s resolutions? Still going strong? Or, already back to your ...
Air Date: January 15, 2020
Listen 04:30Does canceling others hurt our mental health?
Many people say we live in a “cancel culture” – where we banish those who express unpopular opinions or behave in seemingly off ...
Air Date: October 3, 2019
Listen 04:29The mental health impact of being a veterinarian
Working around pets and animals sounds like it should be fun and enjoyable. But new research finds that veterinarians and people who volu ...
Air Date: August 28, 2019
Listen 03:09What can FaceApp teach us about aging?
Are your friends suddenly looking a LOT older – at least on social media? Lots of people had fun with an app that allows you to dramati ...
Air Date: July 29, 2019
Listen 03:03Therapy program proves successful for family caregivers
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be physically and emotionally exhausting – and cause serious health issues like depression and ...
Air Date: July 22, 2019
Listen 03:44Understanding the impact of losing a close friend
Grieving for a close friend affects people more deeply than mental health professionals previously thought. A new study analyzed surveys ...
Air Date: June 17, 2019
Listen 03:37Lessons from 50 years of doing therapy
Psychologist Dan Gottlieb has been a therapist for fifty years – he saw his first client in May of 1969. She was an older woman w ...
Air Date: June 4, 2019
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