In descending order, by date published.
4/6/2023 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick
Overdose deaths surpassed car accidents in 2016 as the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. In 2021, the U.S. experienced more than 100,000 overdoses. That is twice the capacity of most major college football stadiums, and every single overdose is preventable. While research shows that there are many ways to reduce overdoses and overdose deaths, the most effective is access to naloxone.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Health and Wellness (FCS8 series)
Size: 326 kb
Pages: 2
4/6/2023 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick
The "drug talk" may be one of the most uncomfortable yet important conversations a caregiver will have with a child. The conversation is important because of the long-term implications for the child's health, development, and future, but it is uncomfortable because most caregivers have not received meaningful guidance on how to have this dialogue. Fortunately, new research has shed light on how to talk to kids about drugs.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Health and Wellness (FCS8 series)
Size: 903 kb
Pages: 3
11/9/2022 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick, Amanda Falin-Bennett, Michelle Lofwall
The opioid epidemic has ravaged communities across the United States. In two decades, the United States has experienced around 900,000 overdose deaths. In many ways, the so-called opioid epidemic may be better understood as an overdose epidemic.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences, various
Series: FCS: Health and Wellness (FCS8 series)
Size: 431 kb
Pages: 4
10/27/2022 (minor revision)
Authors: Alex Elswick
Addiction to drugs or alcohol is one of the most complex, baffling, and heartbreaking conditions in the world. Most people know at least one significant person in their lives who has been affected. In fact, about one in eight people will be addicted to drugs or alcohol at some point. And while this statistic shows how common addiction really is, many of us lack a clear understanding of addiction.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Health and Wellness (FCS8 series)
Size: 887 kb
Pages: 3
8/15/2022 (new)
Authors: Nichole Huff
Look around your home. You may have a table passed down to you from a grandparent or a well-worn baseball glove from an uncle. You may own sentimental jewelry, a treasured collection of keepsakes, or an antique that has been in your family for years. Have you ever wondered how you came to inherit these items? Were they given to you directly by a loved one, or did you receive them when the estate was settled after that person's death? Cherished possessions can provide a sense of comfort while grieving the passing of loved ones and can represent a continuation of their legacy for those who inherit the items.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 492 kb
Pages: 3
8/15/2022 (new)
Authors: Nichole Huff
As any parent, grandparent, or caregiver has experienced, the exclamation "But that's not fair!" has likely been voiced in your family on occasion. Similar sentiments also can be expressed when an estate is settled. This may happen if the will isn't clear or if it leaves the court or executor in charge of determining fairness. To avoid this, you will want to distribute your belongings in a way that minimizes potential conflict among your heirs.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 710 kb
Pages: 3
8/15/2022 (new)
Authors: Nichole Huff
Estate planning can be a complicated process, especially when considering how to transfer personal property to people who will want and care for it after your death. The task of sorting through a lifetime of belongings can be overwhelming. It's natural to feel a range of emotions or to procrastinate on the task to protect yourself from feelings that may surface. You also may be worried about treating all heirs fairly and not hurting anyone's feelings as you make difficult decisions. Being mindful of family dynamics while estate planning requires you to delicately balance financial, emotional, and psychological considerations.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 524 kb
Pages: 3
8/15/2022 (new)
Authors: Nichole Huff
Discussing estate planning details with loved ones can be challenging. Depending on the family dynamics at play, these conversations may be emotional or even stressful if you're managing conflict or strained relationships. Developing a clear plan to distribute your belongings, as well as learning communication strategies to use while estate planning, can ease the process for everyone involved.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 721 kb
Pages: 3
4/7/2022 (revised)
Authors: Alex Elswick, Nichole Huff
With so much vital information stored online, the nature of estate planning has changed. Although you may still have many important documents in paper format, it is likely that much of your financial documents are digitized. It may seem obvious that important digital information such as online bank accounts should be addressed in estate planning, but other kinds of digital assets such as social media accounts, text messages, or even pictures stored in the cloud may have sentimental value for your loved ones. Email accounts and online retail accounts may house critical personal information that you may wish securely kept. Unfortunately, planning for these kinds of assets is typically neglected by individuals and their advisors. In order to ensure the safety and security of this kind of digital information, you will want to create a digital estate plan.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 560 kb
Pages: 4
3/3/2022 (new)
Authors: Nichole Huff, Sally Mineer, Heather Norman-Burgdolf
For many, planning your next travel adventure can be just as enjoyable as the trip itself. It is fun to daydream about where you will stay, how you will get there, and what you will do when you arrive--but what about the food you plan to eat during your travels? Research suggests meals and other food items can make up 25% of your travel budget. We look for deals and steals where we stay; however, we can also be strategic in planning, preparing, and purchasing food on vacation to ensure we still have exciting, nutritious, and cost-conscious meals. Food, like lodging and transportation, is a nonnegotiable vacation expense because you must get to your destination, have a place to sleep each night, and have food to eat each day. Saving money on meals leaves extra cash available for making memories or perhaps, extending the length of your vacation.
Departments: Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Food and Nutrition (FCS3 series)
Size: 1.43 mb
Pages: 5
7/30/2019 (new)
Authors: Dawn Brewer, Annie Koempel, Amy Kostelic
So you've heard how blackberries are good for your health. Growing blackberry bushes as a garden project can be quite rewarding, especially if you do it as a group. Your local Cooperative Extension Office or non-profit organization may have the perfect place for planting the bushes where berries can be shared with an identified community. With a little sunshine and good drainage, the right variety, and proper blackberry plant care, a group can work towards a successful harvest.
Departments: Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Family Science
Series: Interdepartmental (ID series)
Size: 1.87 mb
Pages: 3
7/30/2019 (new)
Authors: Dawn Brewer, Annie Koempel, Amy Kostelic
Blackberries are fresh and in season during the mid summer months. But this does not mean you cannot eat them year round. In addition to buying frozen berries during the winter months, you can also plan ahead and freeze your berries when they're in season. Frozen berries are just as healthy and easy to use as fresh.
Departments: Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Family Science
Series: Interdepartmental (ID series)
Size: 2.14 mb
Pages: 4
7/30/2019 (new)
Authors: Dawn Brewer, Annie Koempel, Amy Kostelic
Pollution in the environment cannot always be avoided. However, eating for good health may help reduce the effects of pollution in the body. Choosing more nutritious foods, such as those high in phytonutrients, may reduce oxidative stress and protect the body from the negative health effects of pollution.
Departments: Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Family Science
Series: Interdepartmental (ID series)
Size: 2.28 mb
Pages: 4
7/2/2018 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter
Individuals and families are planning leisure trips to destinations all over the world. Regardless of which international travel destination you choose, careful planning is a must. While planning an international trip may seem daunting, there are a few tips that you can follow to make sure that you have the best travel experience possible whether you are a novice or seasoned traveler.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Science
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 1.40 mb
Pages: 5
7/2/2018 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick, Brooke Jenkins-Howard, Sally Mineer
Going on a vacation is supposed to be a relaxing, stress free experience. Unfortunately, you cannot relax until you have made all of the arrangements for your vacation. Where will you go? How will you get there? How will you spend your time? Giving adequate forethought to get ready for your trip will make for a more enjoyable vacation. One option for consumers is to seek professional help from a travel agent or other travel professional.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Science
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 984 kb
Pages: 3
7/2/2018 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter
Deciding to go on a vacation is an exciting, and all too often stressful experience. Your fantasies of reading a good book while on the beach may be interrupted by intrusive financial concerns. How should you pay for your trip? How will you protect your finances while you are gone? Should you get travel insurance? What about scams or theft? There are numerous financial issues to take into account when planning a trip. Consider implementing some of the following strategies in order to protect your finances.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Science
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 481 kb
Pages: 3
7/2/2018 (new)
Authors: Alex Elswick, Jennifer Hunter, Brooke Jenkins-Howard, Sally Mineer
Getting sick on vacation is bad news. It has the potential to ruin the trip for everyone. Finding quality medical care while on vacation can be difficult as well. While you may not always be able to prevent illness when travelling, you can be adequately prepared to minimize your symptoms and to get back to reclining comfortably on the beach as soon as possible. Consider the following suggestions to prepare for the possibility of health complications while traveling.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, Family Science
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 299 kb
Pages: 2
7/20/2016 (new)
Authors: Jennifer Hunter, Kristyn Jackson
Downsizing to a smaller home has become a recent trend. Older adults in particular can benefit from such a move. Smaller homes typically require less maintenance and can result in significant savings for the homeowner because of lower utility bills, property taxes, and insurance. This publication will help you make decisions and plans for downsizing.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 476 kb
Pages: 4
12/10/2015 (new)
Authors: Jennifer Hunter, Kristyn Jackson, Nicole Peritore
Identifying healthcare wants and needs for you and your family is an important first step to finding a healthcare plan that will provide adequate healthcare coverage at a sufficient price. This publication will help you determine a health care plan that will best suit your needs.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 1.42 mb
Pages: 6
4/21/2014 (new)
Authors: Carol Gnatuk, Deborah Keys
Raising grandchildren can be challenging and rewarding. Keeping children healthy and safe can be simple, but it does take thought and preparation. This publication provides suggestions and guidelines that may help.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 1.84 mb
Pages: 7
8/29/2013 (new)
Authors: Bob Flashman, Renee Setari
When building or repairing your home, the general contractor you hire can be either the biggest help or the biggest source of problems you will encounter. You can learn to protect your interests and avoid financial disaster by becoming an informed consumer.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 267 kb
Pages: 4
11/13/2012 (new)
Authors: Bob Flashman, Megan Hempfling
Various forms of continued education and training are available. They range from a four-year program at an expensive private college or university to a less expensive state university or even a community or technical college. Once you decide where you want to continue your education, you can search out the various forms of financial aid that are available, both from the educational institution itself and from outside sources.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 220 kb
Pages: 3
11/13/2012 (new)
Authors: Bob Flashman, Megan Hempfling
For most students, high school is not the end of their career preparation. Education and training beyond high school provide greater opportunities for finding and keeping a job, particularly in tough economic times. Continued education can have an impact on family well-being.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Family Resource Management (FCS5 series)
Size: 246 kb
Pages: 4
9/20/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Erin Yelland
Parenting involves teaching children to maintain a safe and healthy lifestyle, which includes healthy sexual development. It is an important parenting responsibility to talk to your children about sex, sexuality, and related topics.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 574 kb
Pages: 6
8/23/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Ashley Osborne
Assistive technology allows people to do things that they might not otherwise be able to do. It reduces the impact of a disability and increases the opportunity for enjoying an optimal level of safety and independence.
Departments: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 363 kb
Pages: 3
8/23/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Ashley Osborne
A well-designed home promotes independence and allows us the satisfaction of being able to stay in control and remain at home as we age or as our needs change.
Departments: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 640 kb
Pages: 3
8/23/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Ashley Osborne
Universal design allows independence, safety, control and quality of life at home and in the community today and in the future. The following universal design features can make your bedroom a safer and more user-friendly space.
Departments: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 641 kb
Pages: 3
8/23/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Ashley Osborne
Universal design allows independence, safety, control and quality of life at home and in the community today and in the future. The following universal design features can help make your bathroom a safer and more user-friendly space in your home.
Departments: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 464 kb
Pages: 3
8/23/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Ashley Osborne
Universal design allows independence, safety, control and quality of life at home and in the community today and in the future. The following universal design features can make your kitchen a safer and more user-friendly space.
Departments: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 272 kb
Pages: 2
8/23/2012 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Ashley Osborne
The following information will help you find resources and support for improving your residential situations, assessing your needs and determining which modifications and assistive technologies are most appropriate for you.
Departments: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Housing and Home Furnishings (FCS4 series)
Size: 214 kb
Pages: 2
6/22/2012 (new)
Authors: Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani
Whether it is our own or that of someone we love, writing a life story can be a rich and rewarding experience. It is also a gift that can last for generation after generation. To get started, it is important to be organized, prepared, and flexible.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences, UK Graduate Center for Gerontology
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 185 kb
Pages: 5
6/22/2012 (new)
Authors: Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani
Sharing and documenting life story and health history promotes a quality caregiving relationship. A life story is an account of the series of experiences that make up our lives and define who we are.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences, UK Graduate Center for Gerontology
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 171 kb
Pages: 4
6/22/2012 (new)
Authors: Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani
Life story also contributes to brain health, as the process of documenting and sharing life story is a form of brain exercise.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences, UK Graduate Center for Gerontology
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 181 kb
Pages: 3
6/22/2012 (new)
Authors: Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani
Life story focuses heavily on the past, but we can use these experiences to help us think about and plan for the future.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences, UK Graduate Center for Gerontology
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 178 kb
Pages: 3
6/22/2012 (new)
Authors: Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani
Documenting our life story encourages us to constructively think about and examine both positive and negative personal experiences, the meaning and emotions we attach to our experiences, and the lessons we have learned over time.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences, UK Graduate Center for Gerontology
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 180 kb
Pages: 3
6/22/2012 (new)
Authors: Brian Downer, Amy Hosier, Glenn Watkins, Faika Zanjani
This fact sheet describes different types of things that make up a legacy, talks about how we can develop a meaningful legacy, and offers a variety of ways to communicate our legacy to others.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences, UK Graduate Center for Gerontology
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 170 kb
Pages: 2
5/10/2012 (new)
Authors: Matthew Carlson, Amy Hosier
A fall can happen to anyone. A fall often happens suddenly, and the experience can be startling and upsetting regardless of your age. Adults age 65 years and older are at the greatest risk of falling and jeopardizing health and independence. Many falls can be prevented by making simple changes, but it's good to plan ahead in case you do fall.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 1.20 mb
Pages: 4
8/17/2011 (new)
Authors: Laura Compton, Amy Hosier
For adolescents (12 to 17 years old), the normal stressors of development along with the added stressors of parental deployment can be overwhelming. Support for adolescents facing parental deployment is a critical issue for mental health professionals and military families.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 434 kb
Pages: 4
8/17/2011 (new)
Authors: Laura Compton, Amy Hosier
With the length of deployment averaging 12 months, this process may be confusing for children of military members, especially those of young ages. Even when close parent-child bonds exist prior to deployment, extended absences may negatively impact this bond. Therefore, military members and their families must be patient in the renewal of attachment bonds following the long separation during a military deployment.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 1.07 mb
Pages: 4
7/29/2011 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Deana Reed
Bullying is a serious issue that has been the subject of discussion for several years. This publication will help parents identify the symptoms of a bullied child, understand why they don't report the abuse and learn how to support them during their coping process.
Departments: 4-H Programs, Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 858 kb
Pages: 5
7/29/2011 (minor revision)
Authors: Amy Hosier, Erin Yelland
For young adults ages 18 to 24, sexual health is an important factor in their development. These are the years of greatest fertility and most frequent sexual activity.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 568 kb
Pages: 6
7/15/2011 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier
Four steps can help older adults and those susceptible to falls to protect their independence and reduce their likelihood of falling.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 1.30 mb
Pages: 2
6/2/2010 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier
Physical inactivity leads to muscle weakness and loss, and has a negative effect on flexibility and balance, increasing a person's risk of falling. To significantly minimize the chances of falling, strength, balance, and flexibility must be increased.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 773 kb
Pages: 4
6/2/2010 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier
Medication causes some older adults to fall. Many seniors are prescribed medications to treat various ailments or diseases, and such drugs may have side effects that lead to falls. Combinations of medicines also create greater chances for adverse drug interaction and/or side effects. Taking four or more prescription and/or over-the-counter medications significantly increases the risk for falling.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 200 kb
Pages: 4
6/2/2010 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier
About 50 to 75 percent of falls happen in the home. Many of these falls are caused by home hazards that we overlook every day. Falls can be reduced and prevented by identifying and correcting hazards in your home. Remember, falls are preventable!
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 490 kb
Pages: 5
6/2/2010 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier
Whether vision impairment or disease, age-related trouble with vision increases the risk for falling and fall-related injury. A key to safety, wellness, and fall prevention is to keep your eyes healthy. Have regular eye exams, use appropriate prescriptions for glasses and contacts, and work with a doctor to maximize vision in both eyes.
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 1.09 mb
Pages: 5
6/2/2010 (new)
Authors: Amy Hosier
The eight-session, evidence-based falls management program is led by trained volunteer lay leaders. The program aims "to reduce [the] fear of falling, stop the fear of falling cycle, and increase activity levels among community-dwelling older adults."
Departments: Family and Consumer Sciences, HES Family Sciences
Series: FCS: Human Development and Family Relationships (FCS7 series)
Size: 646 kb
Pages: 4
