Don't miss all the helpful publications the the department has recently written and revisit the ones recently reviewed and revised. These publications cover a wide range of topics: teens, dating, grief, caregiving and more.

FCS2248/FY848: Teens & Internet Safety FCS-2248, a 4-page fact sheet by Kate Fogarty, is one in a series of discussions on understanding teen sexuality. It defines online sexual solicitation and cyber-bullying, explains the risk factors and negative effects of these communications, and outlines ways to protect youth from harm. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY848

FCS2249/FY850: Teens and Sexual Harassment: Making a Difference FCS-2249, a 6-page fact sheet by Kate Fogarty, is one of a series of discussions on understanding teen sexuality, intended for adults who work with teens. It defines sexual harrassment and how it can manifest at school, in the workplace, and in cyberspace; discusses how sexual harassment affects teens; and provides some suggestions to offer teens, parents, and educators on how to handle it. Includes references and additional resources for teens and parents. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY850

FCS2250/FY851: Teens and Dating: Tips for Parents and Professionals FCS-2250, a 5-page fact sheet by Kate Fogarty, is one in a series of discussions on understanding teen sexuality. This publication helps parents and educators understand the pros and cons of dating in order to help them communicate effectively with teens. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY851

FCS2251/FY852: Communicating with Teens about Sex: Facts, Findings, and Suggestions FCS-2251, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Kate Fogarty and Carolyn H. Wyatt, is one of a series of discussions on understanding teen sexuality. This publication discusses the low percentage of teens who communicate with their parents and provides information about effective communication styles and advice for parents and sexual health educators. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY852

FCS2257/FY869: Long-term Care: Places to Call Home FCS-2257, a 4-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is the first in a series on caregiving and aging. It will help elderly people and their caregivers learn about the many different kinds of long-term care and living assistance now available. Includes a visit checklist to fill out after visiting each facility. Also explains how costs are usually paid. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY869

FCS2258/FY870: Caregiver's Contacts: How to Get the Help You Need FCS2258, a 2-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is the second in a series on caregiving and aging. This helpful worksheet contains a list of prompts for questions to ask and information to give when attempting to locate help or information about elder care. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY870

FCS2259/FY871: Puzzled by Your Care Receiver's Refusal of Services? FCS-2259, a 2-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is the third in a series on caregiving and aging. Sometimes an elderly care receiver may refuse help or assistance from family, friends, or agencies. This publication lists some common reasons for this behavior, ranging from fears about accepting "welfare" to worries about losing independence. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY871

FCS2260/FY872: Balancing Work and Caregiving: Tips for Employees FCS-2260, a 3-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is the fourth in a series on caregiving and aging. Balancing employment and caregiving can be very difficult. This publication will help employees work with their employers, their families, and their care receivers to make sure that everyone is getting what they need. Contains information on FMLA and a list of helpful resources. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY872

FCS2263/FY877: Learning to Live Through Loss: Helping Children Understand Death FCS-2263, a 5-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, will assist parents and others as they help children understand and process the death of a loved one. Information covers both preschool children and older children. Includes a reading list. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY877

FCS2264/FY878: Learning to Live Through Loss: When Job Loss Triggers Grief FCS-2264, a 3-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, addresses the genuine grief many people feel on losing their jobs and gives suggestions for productively working through it and moving on to new employment. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY878

FCS2265/FY879 Learning to Live Through Loss: For Teens Facing Loss FCS2265, a 4–page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is aimed at teens who have suffered the loss of a loved one. This publication will help these teens understand their reactions and learn to cope with this experience. Includes a reading list. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY879

FCS2266/FY880: Learning to Live Through Loss: Understanding Men Who Grieve FCS-2266, a 4-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is one in a series of six publications dealing with grief, death, and loss. This document explores the ways that men grieve and offers suggestions for helping and supporting the grieving widower or father. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY880

FCS2267/FY881: Learning to Live Through Loss: Grief and the Mourning Process FCS-2267, a 5-page fact sheet by Carolyn Wilken, is one in a series of six publications dealing with grief, death, and loss. This publication gives detailed descriptions of the stages of grief and explains how different kinds of deaths may cause different reactions. Also gives specific guidance on how to help someone who is grieving. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY881

FCS8542/FY520: Living with Diabetes: The Right Approach FCS-8542, a 10-page illustrated fact sheet by Nancy Gal and Linda Bobroff, describes the different kinds of diabetes and the risk factors for each. It explains tests and treatments and describes lifestyle choices that can help those with the disease live longer and healthier lives. This version includes new wording and some changes in clinical knowledge. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY520

FCS8546Span/HE984: Introduciendo Alimentos Sólidos Revised! FCS-8546-Span (previously FCS-8549), a 4-page fact sheet by Linda B. Bobroff, is the Spanish version of "Introducing Solid Foods". This document helps parents understand when to introduce solid foods to their babies and in what order. Also provides guidance on avoiding mealtime battles and on helping children learn to like a variety of foods. This version is updated with new color clip-art, new recommendations, and revised wording throughout, plus a new section on food allergies. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006.

FCS8706/FY334: Living With Diabetes Revised! FCS-8706 ,a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Nancy Gal and Linda Bobroff, briefly reviews the different types of diabetes and how to live well with the disease. This version includes new food pyramid and nutrition information and new graphics. Published by the UF Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, November 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY334

FCS9234/FY775: Community Support of Sexual Minority Adolescents FCS-9234, a 3-page fact sheet by Christine Regan and Kate Fogarty, is one in a series of discussions on understanding teen sexuality. It aims to provide staff and volunteers working in community-based settings with positive information and practical tips on how to create a welcoming, safe environment for LGBT adolescents. Includes resources and reference. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY775

FCS9237/FY749: Understanding Sexual Minority Adolescents FCS-9237, a 5-page fact sheet by Christine Regan and Kate Fogarty, is one in a series of discussions on understanding teen sexuality. It helps adults who work with youth understand what sexual orientation is, the challenges faced by LGBT adolescents, and the stages of homosexual identity development. Includes resource lists and references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2006. http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/FY749

This is a list of new and recently revised publications from our Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences. These publications cover a wide range of topics: preventing falls, body image, missing children, diabetes as well as identifying accurate, reliable internet resources on health, nutrition and food safety topics.

Prevencion de Caidas: Quien esta a riesgo?

FCS2227-Span, a 1-page quiz by Sergio Romero, is a Spanish language version of "Fall Prevention: Who's at Risk?" Readers can take this yes-or-no quiz to determine if they are at high risk of falling. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.

Prevencion de Caidas: Soluciones Para su Casa

FCS2228-Span, a 1-page fact sheet by Leigh Ann Martin, is the Spanish language version of "Fall Prevention: Solutions for the Home," which lists home modifications that can be made to meet the needs created by the physical challenges of ageing. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.

Prevencion de Caidas: Seguridad en el Hogar

FCS2229-Span, a 1-page inventory by Leigh Ann Martin, is a Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: Home Safety Inventory." It can be used to find areas in the home which can increase the risk of dangerous falls as people age, and to improve safety in those areas. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.

Prevencion de Caidas: Estilos de Vida y Riesgo de Caidas

FCS2230-Span, a 1-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, is the Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: Lifestyle Factors and Fall Risk." It describes things that may cause people to fall and some easy changes they can make to decrease their risk of falling. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2004, revised May 2006.

Prevencion de Caidas: Reducir los Riesgos!

FCS2231, a 1-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, is the Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: Reduce Your Risk!" It is a crossword puzzle to help participants find out how much they know about lifestyle factors that affect their risk of falling. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2004, revised May 2006.

Prevencion de Caidas: Mantenerse Activo

FCS2232-Span, a 4-page fact sheet by Sergio Romero, is the Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: Staying Active." It describes directions for several exercises which can help people maintain or improve balance, strength, and flexibility. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.

Prevencion de Caidas: Como Manejar una Caida

FCS2233, a 1-page fact sheet by Linda Bobroff and Leigh Ann Martin, is the Spanish Language version of "Fall Prevention: How to Handle a Fall." It gives steps to follow to decrease the chance of further injury after a fall, including line dwarings showing how to pull oneself onto a chair. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, May 2006.

Improving Your Body Image: Tips for Individuals, Families, and Professionals

FCS2253, a 2-page fact sheet by Eboni J. Baugh, encourages readers to enhance their views of themselves and their bodies and suggests ways that readers can work toward a healthy, balanced body image. Especially relevant for teens. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006.

Missing Children: Incidences and Characteristics of Runaway Children and Resources Available to Them

FCS-2254, a 5-page fact sheet by Stacy Daniels and M.A. Brennan, is the first in a two-part series focusing on missing children. This paper takes a close look at runaways: who they are, the scope of the problem, and what professionals can do to help. It also considers the related problem of throwaways: children who have been abandoned or forced to leave their homes. Includes resource list and references. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006.

Missing Children: Kidnapped and Abducted Children and Resources Available to Parents and the Community

FCS-2256, a 5-page fact sheet by Stacy Daniels and M.A. Brennan, is the second in a two-part series focusing on missing children. This final installment considers children who have been abducted. Readers will learn about different types of abductions (family, nonfamily, and kidnapping) and find out how common each type is. This paper also provides information on some of the resources available for families, community leaders, and extension agents and tips on how to prevent abductions in any community. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006.

Vida Saludable para Personas de Edad: La Diabetes (3-pg fact sheet)

Revised! FCS8574-Span, a 3-page fact sheet by Linda B. Bobroff, Karla P. Shelnutt, and Paulina Wittkowsky, is the Spanish language version of Healthy Living for Elders: Diabetes. It answers several frequently asked questions about diabetes. This version is updated throughout with new clip art and a table showing healthy weight ranges. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, February 2006.

Identifying Accurate Internet Resources for Nutrition, Food Safety, and Health Demonstrations

FCS-8797, a 4-page fact sheet by Amy Simonne and Linda B. Bobroff, aims to assist 4-H county faculty and volunteers in directing youth to accurate, research-based sources of information on nutrition, food safety, and health. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006. (Also included in the 4-H and Youth New Publications mailing)

Healthy Living for Elders: Checking Blood Glucose

FCS8811, a 2-page fact sheet by Jennifer Hillan, is for people living with diabetes. It describes who needs to check blood glucose levels, how to do it, and when to do it. A chart is provided for keeping track of readings. Published as part of the Elder Nutrition and Food Safety (ENAFS) program by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, October 2006.