Lifestyle #2602

The New Epidemic

There’s an epidemic sweeping our nation, targeting our youth in particular. Joining us today to reveal the culprit is actor Daniel Baldwin, and Greg Hannley, CEO of SOBA Recovery Center.  They will discuss the circle of addition and why some addiction programs work when others don’t. Free Offer: (1) CareNotes pamphlet “Getting Help With An Addiction” (2) NIH “Drug Facts” Offer Description: (1) This CareNote by Jim Auer is written for those who have reached a moment of crisis or decision—someone who is ready to face an addiction and seek help but is not sure how to proceed, or what to expect. This CareNote will provide helpful guidance and encouragement to individuals and their loved ones in the journey toward recovery. “Know that there is great reason for hope,” asserts the author. Tackling an addiction can be “the best of times”—because it marks the first step toward freedom and is, many say, the most difficult, the most courageous, and the wisest thing they’ve ever done. (www.onecaringplace.com) (2) NIH Treatment Approaches for Drug Addiction: This fact sheet discusses research findings on effective treatment approaches for drug abuse and addiction. Offer Code: NEWEPI-T-F-401

Lifestyle #2601

Juvenile Diabetes

Alan Thicke graciously joined us before his passing to share his experience with a subject of personal importance to him – juvenile diabetes.  We thank him and will continue to spread awareness of this disease in his memory with this special episode. The worst news you can get as a parent is that your child is suffering from a life-threatening disease. Our guest, actor Alan Thicke, from the sitcom Growing Pains as America’s favorite dad, Jason Seaver, and his reality show, Unusually Thicke, is here to talk about what it was like to find out his child had juvenile diabetes. Free Offer:  Diabetes Your Take Control Guide & Articles by American Diabetes Association Offer Description: Diabetes Your Take Control Guide 36-page booklet contains the “need to know” information about diabetes. Topics include managing the ABCs, healthy eating, exercise, keys to behavior, change, medications and more.  Article “What to Know about Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)” and “The Diabetes ADVISOR.” Offer Code:  DTYPE1-T-F-401

Lifestyle #2502

Vegan All Star

  Most coaches and other sports professionals would argue that being a vegetarian as a professional athlete would be a career-killing move. However, our guest, four time NBA Champion John Salley, would argue that is what extended his career and in many ways saved his life. Free Offer: Vibrant Life Special Issue: Going Vegetarian Offer Description: Vibrant Life special issue on 14 very good reasons to be a vegetarian and how to make the transition, eat vegetarian anywhere and create a mouthwatering meatless meal. Offer Code: GOVEG-M-F-401

Lifestyle #2506

Autism

That child playing alone in the corner of the classroom might be shy, might be a loner, or he could have a condition known as autism that can create hypersensitivity to sound, smells, and visual stimulation that simply overwhelms the child. On our show today, Edward Asner and his son, Matt, help us understand autism. Free Offer: NIMH pamphlet “Autism Spectrum Disorder” Offer Description: The National Institute of Mental Health brochure informs parents and adults on the range of symptoms of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including social impairment, communications issues, and repetitive behaviors. Discusses diagnosis and treatment of ASD, as well as possible related co-occurring mental disorders. Offer Code: AUTISM-T-F-401

Lifestyle #2509

Being Bipolar

Imagine knowing someone – a spouse, a friend, a family member – and having them suddenly shift their personality so dramatically that they seem like a whole new person. On today’s show, actor Maurice Benard from “General Hospital” shares his personal experience with Bipolar Disorder, while Dr. John Grienenberger, Ph.D. from PCH Treatment Center shares information on how to identify and manage this condition which affects over 6 million Americans. Free Offer: “Bipolar Disorder” Offer Description:  (1)Article from PCH Treatment Center, “What to Do When Your Loved One Is Diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder” (2) NIMH pamphlet “Bipolar Disorder” A brochure on bipolar disorder that explains what it is, when it starts, and how to get help. Offer Code: BIPOLAR-T-F-401

Lifestyle #2501

The Bullying Side

Nearly 77% of teen students have admitted to being a victim of bullying. That’s 77 %. Bullying is on the rise and has reached epidemic proportions. But our guest today offers hope and resources for those under attack. Actor Quinton Aaron from The Blind Side knows first-hand the struggles of obesity and bullying as he experienced both as a young man. That’s why he created the Quinton Aaron Foundation to provide hope, encouragement, confidence and resources to children on the brink of suicide or battling the damaging effect on their self-esteem and confidence caused by the actions or words of others. Free Offer: Care Notes pamphlet “Bullying” Offer Code: BULLY-T-F-401 Offer Description: This pamphlet would be helpful whether the child in your life is being bullied or is the bully. This can help the child overcome the effects of bullying and offers tips on how to communicate with the child.

Lifestyle #2322

Confessions from the Prairie – Interview with Alison Arngrim

She’s known as Nasty Nellie Oleson from Little House on the Prairie,‚ the girl whom everyone loved to hate. But there’s a lot more to Alison Arngrim, and she’s here to share some surprising information that’s revealed in her book, Confessions from the Prairie: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and Learned to Love Being Hated.

Lifestyle #2337

Pour Out The Rain – Interview with Buddy Jewell

Mike and Gayle Tucker are on location in Nashville with Buddy Jewell, the country singer who was the first winner of the USA Network talent show Nashville Star. He is here to share with Lifestyle Magazine his life, his love, his music, and his work with Compassion International.

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