Living Essentials explores the various forms of adoption available to expectant mothers and what they should know in making such a life changing choice.

Living Essentials discusses the important milestones in social development and the distinct roles that mothers and fathers can play.

Examine the risks involved in joining online social networks. Get advice on how to protect yourself and your children from victimization.

This episode focuses on the signs of depression as it strikes in later years. The main components are addressed and preventive measures are given.

This episode looks at ways to use education as well as preventive measures to battle child sexual abuse. It further discusses red flags of molestation and how to help children cope with sexual abuse to facilitate a full healthy recovery.

In this episode Living Essentials takes an in-depth look at the meaning of thoughts and how they can distort the perception of reality. Experts give advice and exercises that can help differentiate fact from fiction.

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the United States, affecting over 40 million adults. Learn a few tactics that can be useful in decreasing anxiety and stress and increasing your quality of life and mental health.

Learn how to stay on top of your many responsibilities and how to overcome feeling the need to do everything.

According to the National Crime Information Center, there were over eight hundred thousand people reported as missing in 2007. Living essentials discusses what to do in the event that a child or adult goes missing. The episode also covers what to expect from law enforcement and how to best cooperate with them in order to more rapidly find your loved one.

In 2006, 23.6 million people ages 12 and older needed treatment for an illicit drug or alcohol problem. Explore drug addiction recovery and learn how you can help those that are close to you to overcome such problems.

Examine common grief responses among children and learn how to help children of varying developmental stages through grief. Then, find out where to find help.

The family members of pornography addicts often struggle intensely to overcome their feelings about the situation. Rebecca Cressman and Monette Cash discuss support systems and treatments available for those closest to the primary victim.

On this episode of Living Essentials we talk about the growing problem of pornography and those who struggle with it. Some studies show that at least 70% of men age 18 to 34 access some type of pornography in a typical month and 47% of families said pornography is a problem in their home. As pornography becomes more prevalent, so does addiction. We discuss its effect on the people involved with it and those around them and how it can be overcome.

Studies show that one in four adults in the United States suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks in both medication and therapy and the role they play in treating mental disorders.

Learn how to help your children develop a proper perspective on human sexuality at all stages in their lives. Discuss how to approach these conversations with your children and how to teach proper views and values in their development.

Learn how to develop successful relationships with teenagers by understanding them as individuals and overcoming the walls they may build around themselves. Then, get specific tips on how to maintain open and trusting communication.

Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disorder in the U.S., affecting 1 in 150 children under the age of ten. Get tips on how to detect signs of autism and where to go for help to successfully deal with the disorder after your child has been diagnosed.

Also known as manic depression, bipolar disorder affects over 10 million Americans. Left untreated, the condition may worsen and mood swings can last for weeks or months. Learn effective ways to treat the disorder.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for ages 15-34. Learn to recognize the symptoms and how to help prevent suicide.

As many as 10 million men and women suffer from some form of eating disorder. Learn to recognize the symptoms and how to help individuals recover.

Plan for the financial challenges and legal decisions that must be made when a spouse passes away. Learn how to planning ahead and controlling your finances now will lighten the load and stress of widowhood.

Learn about the basic definition of depression, methods of diagnosis, available treatments, and ways to combat its common stigmas.

Hear three stories of families who have experienced challenges and found ways to improve their social and emotional strength.

Learn about the financial and emotional costs of caring for an elderly relative as well as community support groups and living arrangement options.

Learn how to cope with the experience of grief and loss. Also, find resources of support and comfort with helpful ideas on grieving and healing.

Join Joseph Grenny and Ron McMillan, authors of the book "Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High," and learn practical information on how to communicate well with others.

Discover the common dynamics found in healthy versus abusive relationships and ways to recognize, prevent, and heal from abuse.

Learn practical information about mental illness as we discuss types, treatments, and ways to combat stigmas.