Domestic violence weighs heavily on those who have been affected, but healing, empowerment, and external support can shine a light at the end of the tunnel. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews Krystal McLeod, J.D., the executive director of NYU Center on Violence and Recovery, about what it takes to rebuild life—both pragmatically and emotionally—following domestic violence.

A practitioner and national advocate for using restorative approaches to address the root causes of violence and counteract the harms caused by the United States’ criminal legal system, Krystal McLeod, J.D. leads a multidisciplinary team deeply committed to reimagining their nation’s response to violence.

In this episode, Krystal McLeod, J.D. reveals that domestic violence not only accounts for 15% of all crimes in the United States, but is also hugely underreported. She shares that, because domestic violence often leaves survivors feeling powerless, a major component of the recovery process is the need for a sense of autonomy and agency.

Together, Marie and Krystal McLeod, J.D. discuss the various challenges in rebuilding life after trauma, as well as habits and practices that may prove useful in supporting the road to recovery. So, tune in to this episode for eye-opening insights on the complexities of domestic violence recovery.

If you are in Australia and are, or know someone who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence, call any of the following hotlines: 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978 Elder
Abuse Help Line: 1300 651 192

Follow Krystal McLeod, J.D.’s work via https://centeronviolenceandrecovery.org

Connect with Krystal McLeod, J.D. through LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krystal-mcleod-43506376/

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Whether a child is haphazardly striking a tiny tambourine or learning how to hold a tune, music is an incredible avenue for entertaining young ones and encouraging their development. But beyond that, it brings families together. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by music education professor Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. to explore the role of music in family routines.

As a professor of music education at Case Western Reserve University, Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. researches musical parenting and children’s musical learning. But aside from her main duties as a professor, she conducts music classes for young children and caregivers at The Music Settlement, a community music school in Cleveland, Ohio.

In this episode, Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. breaks down the role of music in not only establishing a sense of harmony and rhythm within daily parenting routines, but also strengthening the bond within families. She offers examples and ideas of enjoyable songs and musical activities that work superbly at captivating the little ones.

Together, Dina and Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. exchange personal stories and anecdotes of how music played a part in their upbringing. So, tune in this week to unwind as we untangle the emotional mysteries in marriage, and explore best practices for emotional intimacy!

Follow Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D.’s work via the following platforms: How using music to parent can liven up everyday tasks, build family bonds: https://www.theconversation.com/how-using-music-to-parent-can-liven-up-everyday-tasks-build-family-bonds-131182 Case Western Reserve University: https://www.case.edu/artsci/music/about/people/faculty/lisa-huisman-koops Google Scholar: https://www.scholar.google.com/citations?user=zc_FccMAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao

Connect with Lisa Huisman Koops, Ph.D. via email: llk12@case.edu

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The loss of a spouse is a profound and enduring experience that can significantly affect physical health and mental well-being. So, this week on All Together: The Family Science Insights Podcast, host Dina Sargeant is joined by sociology professor Prof. Deborah Carr.

Both a sociology professor and the director of the Center of Innovation in Social Science at Boston University, Prof. Deborah Carr is a life course sociologist. Having written extensively on death and dying, bereavement, and family relationships over the life course, she employs survey data and quantitative methods to study social factors linked with health and well-being in later life.

In this episode, Prof. Deborah Carr highlights a study that found that those who lost loved ones, particularly to behaviors that hastened their death, often felt anger and resentment, further complicating the grieving process. She details the immediate emotional shocks and practical tasks families must handle after a death, such as planning funerals and managing estates.

Together, Dina and Prof. Deborah Carr discuss the psychological difficulties of balancing anger and grief within families, as well as the importance of social ties and family support in helping widows and widowers through their loss. So, tune in this week for an eye-opening and heartfelt discussion.

Follow Prof. Deborah Carr’s work via Boston University: https://www.bu.edu/sociology/profile/deborah-carr/

Connect with Prof. Deborah Carr via email: carrds@bu.edu

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