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2004 October It’s Bedtime, Everyone! Going without sleep has serious consequences November Treating Eating Disorders—What Works? These health problems respond best to a team approach   Why Won’t He Go To The Doctor? Fear and denial often prevent men from getting timely care December Female, Single and Happy To master the art of single living, create your own happiness

2005 January What’s Your Real Age? You could be ‘younger’ or ‘older’ than you think February Men Turning 40— What It’s Really Like? With the right attitude, this decade can be enriching and invigorating   Can TV Harm Your Child’s Development? How much is too much, and other concerns March Feeling Blue, Anxious or ‘Stuck’? Talk therapy could help you April Can Men and Women Really Be Friends? Yes, if both people are open and honest with each other May Why Is Flexibility Important? It helps you stay active with fewer aches, pains and injuries June Celebrating Fatherhood Dad plays a unique role in children’s lives July Heart-y Questions Every Woman Should Ask You may not realize it, but the biggest threat to your health isn’t breast cancer August Domestic Violence - It’s a Workplace Issue It’s a Workplace Issueg   Coaching Boys into Men What You Can Do September What Parents Don’t Know Separating myth from fact when it comes to your teen and alcohol October When the 'Baby Blues' Are Serious Postpartum depression affects the whole family November Dust Off That Piggybank! More and more Americans aren't saving for the future - are you one of them December Outwit the Holiday Blues Try these creative solutions for a happy, healthy season

2006 January When Anger Gets the Best of You Encountering difficult personalities and fast paces can build frustration. What can you do? February Infidelity-What Went Wrong? "It’s a sad fact of American life today that close to 1 in 4 couples will be affected by unfaithfulness" March Anger and Heart Disease Here’s how you can break this dangerous link April Is Chocolate Actually Good For You? The answer is a qualified “yes” May The Truth about Marijuana Parents who think it’s harmless need to think again June The Family Lineup Oldest, middle, youngest… How much does birth order matter? July What, You Worry? It’s an age-old human tendency that sometimes goes too far August Trouble Saying No For many women, it’s hard to be forceful without feeling guilty September Confidential to Parents of Teens: It's Time to Talk About Sex Risky new trends have changed the dating scene October Not Tonight, Dear Are you and your mate too busy, too tired, too uninspired? November Women & Fatigue Always tired? Here's what it may be telling you. December The Pursuit of Happiness Exactly what is this mysterious quality - and where do you find it?

2007 January Alcohol & Aging Drink responsibly - Alcohol can cause serious problems in older adults February Teens and Healthy Dating Help your son or daughter avoid negative relationships March Is It Depression or Bipolar Disorder The right diagnosis makes all the difference in getting well April The Special Role of Stepparent It's not always easy, but it's worth it May Oh, Those Annoying People! Somebody bugging you? Here's what you can do June When A Classmate Dies Helping your teen through the grief process July How's Your Intuition? We're all born with it, but we don't all know how to use it. August Have a Healthy Vacation! Make this year's vacation a break from work, but not from taking care of yourself. Here's how... September Why You Need to Play The benefits go beyond fun and games October Turning 30... 40...50... Oh, those milestone birthdays November Breaking Poor Parenting Habits It's easier than you think. In fact, it's common sense December The First College Break Checking in with your freshman means asking the right questions

2008 January Is Stress Contagious? When your boss is having a meltdown are you bound to get all tensed-up as well? February Takes the Stress Test Learn ways to effectively cope with stress