Special Focus: Family Dynamics & Addiction
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More than 74% of Americans have reported that addiction has impacted their families in some way. Families, friends, and co-workers enable when they ignore, deny or cover up deleterious behavior. The day-to-day dynamics of our interactions with addicts can contribute to the maintenance of addiction, but they can also break the cycle of behavior that is its sustenance. Join our experts as they discuss actions that can unintentionally perpetuate addiction, how to identify new strategies to strengthen the recovery process, and how to restore hope to those facing addiction in our midst.

Expert Presenters: Simone Keyne, Substance Abuse Specialist, Ceridian; Sandra VanCampen, Substance Abuse Specialist, Ceridian; Dr. David Yusko, Clinical Psychotherapist, Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety, The University of Pennsylvania

Special Focus: Defining Healthy Adolescent Sexuality in 2010
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Is oral sex really the new goodnight kiss? Are teens more comfortable “coming out” today than they were twenty years ago? Are kids more open about sex, or do they simply have more avenues for communication than previous generations? Join our panel of “sexperts” as they explore contemporary teen sexuality, the complexities of sexual identity, and critical decision-making skills and strategies for building stronger and more satisfying romantic relationships. Our presenters don’t ascribe to a specific religious stance, but do illuminate current trends and research.

Expert Presenters: Jane Bogart, Director for Student Wellness, Columbia University; Lisa Currie, Director of Health Education, Wesleyan University; Dr. John Watson, Director of Alcohol, Other Drug and Health Education & Assistant Director of Counseling, Drexel University

Special Focus: Money Matters & Mental Health 
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In the current economic landscape, many families are “seeing red.” As a result, households are making difficult “cuts” to their spending, and for many, these choices can produce confusion, instability, and additional stress for family dynamics and communication.  Join our panelists as they enumerate strategies for keeping your family finances and interpersonal relationships “in the black.” Learn successful money-saving strategies for fiscal responsibility and financial health, especially within the context of the “plague of privilege” within today’s material world. 

Expert Presenters: Danielle Champagne, Assistant Director, Student Money Management Center, University of North Texas; Paul Goebel, Director, Student Money Management Center, University of North Texas; David Mumaugh, Meadows Center for Health Resources, University of North Texas; John E.T. Taylor, Wealth Advisor, First Allied Securities, Greenville Financial Group, LLC