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Theilheimer, Ish, Ed. – Transition, 1992
This theme issue deals with adoption. "Adoption in Canada: A Profile," provides statistics on public and private adoption, as well as demographic characteristics on adoption applicants and children placed for adoption. It also discusses current adoption legislation. "Abandoning Ownership: A Philosophical Approach to Adoption"…
Descriptors: Adoption, Adoptive Parents, Biological Parents, Foreign Countries
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed.; Eisner, Kathy, Ed. – Transition, 1996
To keep pace with ever changing families, the staff of the "Transitions" newsletter has been exploring the Internet for on-line family resources. This issue of "Transition," in French and English language editions, looks as how families and those interested in family issues can best use this new technology. Feature articles…
Descriptors: Children, Family (Sociological Unit), Foreign Countries, Information Dissemination
McCloskey, Donna, Ed. – Transition, 1997
This quarterly journal issue (in English and French versions) includes the following articles: (1) "Canada's Kids: Thriving? Or Just Surviving?" (McCloskey, Donna), an overview of the latest research on the well-being of Canada's children; (2) "The Fence at the Edge of the Cliff: Approaching Family Policy in Canada" (Mirabelli,…
Descriptors: Children, Family Life, Family Programs, Family (Sociological Unit)
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed. – Transition, 1992
This theme issue explores the behavior of teenagers. "Are the Kids Alright?" (Ish Theilheimer) develops a perspective on the subject of teen behavior, noting that a growing number of young people demonstrate discontent, alienation, aggression, violence, and antisocial behavior, and that a growing underclass of children is likely to fail.…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adult Child Relationship, Antisocial Behavior, Behavior Problems
Till Death Do Us Part? Divorce in Canada = Jusqu'a ce que la mort nous separe? Le divorce au Canada.
McCloskey, Donna, Ed. – Transition, 1997
Statistics indicate that the Canadian divorce rate has stabilized, at least for now. To avoid complacency about the flat divorce rate, this issue of "Transition," in both English- and French-language versions, examines the facts in the context of their impact on families. Part 1, "As Long as We Both Shall Love," looks at the…
Descriptors: Child Support, Child Welfare, Childhood Attitudes, Coping
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed. – Transition, 1994
This issue of the Canadian journal "Transition" includes a feature story entitled "Unpaid Work--(How) Can You Measure It? Should You Even Try?" which explores issues surrounding unpaid work done in and around the home in Canada, largely by women. It reviews government and independent statistics on the subject, examines the…
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Comparable Worth, Economic Factors, Family Characteristics
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed. – Transition, 1994
This theme issue of "Transition" features a series of articles on fatherhood and the changing role of fathers in parenting. The articles include: (1) "From Cloth to Paper Diapers and Back: Reflections on Fatherhood during Two Generations" (Robert Couchman), which relates experiences of a new father 20 years ago and today; (2)…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Behavior Change, Family Characteristics, Father Attitudes
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed.; Eisner, Kathy, Ed. – Transition, 1996
This publication, in English and French, reports on the work-family conflict in Canada, gauges progress over the past decade, and examines how views have changed. The following articles are featured: (1) "Caution: Families at Work" (Ish Theilheimer), an examination of current workplace innovations, viewpoints of employers and employees,…
Descriptors: Children, Dual Career Family, Employed Parents, Employee Attitudes
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed.; Eisner, Kathy, Ed. – Transition, 1995
This quarterly newsletter issue, in English and French language editions, examines changing perspectives on family and community health, with a specific focus on activities, trends, and research dealing with Canada. Five feature articles include: (1) "New Rules: The Canadian Health Care System in Flux" (Lawrence J. Nestman), which…
Descriptors: Child Health, Civil Liberties, Drug Use, Family Health
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed. – Transition, 1993
This quarterly newsletter issue discusses the upcoming United Nations-sponsored International Year of the Family (IYF), with a specific focus on activities, trends, and research dealing with Canada. Four feature articles examine: (1) the work of the Canada Committee for the IYF, including activities and publications sponsored by the committee and…
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Demography, Divorce, Family Characteristics
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed.; Eisner, Kathy, Ed. – Transition, 1994
This issue of the Canadian journal "Transitions," presented in French- and English-language editions, deals with immigration as it relates to families. "Immigration, Integration, Families, Values: Old Wine in New Bottles" (Morton Weinfeld with Kathy Eisner) discusses the process of immigrant integration, which spans…
Descriptors: Acculturation, Attitudes, Cultural Background, Cultural Differences
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed.; Eisner, Kathy, Ed. – Transition, 1995
This topical quarterly newsletter issue examines the prevention of family violence, with a specific focus on activities, trends, and research dealing with Canadian families. Four feature articles include: (1) "Stopping Family Violence: Steps Along the Road," in which researchers and social workers discuss the meaning of violence, the…
Descriptors: Battered Women, Child Abuse, Court Litigation, Demography
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed.; Eisner, Kathy, Ed. – Transition, 1996
This issue of the Canadian quarterly "Transition", in French and English language versions, examines issues related to the demographic shift Canada will experience as the baby boom generation enters "old age." Major articles in this issue are: (1) "Of Mutual Benefit," which outlines some of the challenges Canada faces…
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, Aging (Individuals), Attitude Change, Change Strategies
McCloskey, Donna, Ed. – Transition, 1997
This issue of the Canadian quarterly "Transition," in French and English language versions, examines issues related to the role of parents in shaping the future of their children. It is suggested that a holistic view of the role of parents should include not only the daily art of parenting as practiced in the homes of individual mothers…
Descriptors: Child Rearing, Childhood Needs, Children, Cultural Influences
Theilheimer, Ish, Ed. – Transition, 1994
This issue of the Canadian journal "Transitions" in both English and French versions, examines the role of grandparents in the family, with a specific focus on activities, trends, and research in Canada. The six feature articles are: (1) "Native Elders Can Help Mend Family Circle" (Dianne Meili), which discusses the role of…
Descriptors: American Indians, Day Care, Divorce, Dual Career Family
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