Show 4: The Empty Nest

IN-STUDIO GUESTS: Pam Cantone, a PCI-certified Parenting Coach and Larry Holman, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, joined host Shana Sheehy to speak about this major life transition that occurs when children leave home for the first time. They address the mixed-bag of emotions that goes along with the change - including sadness and relief - from both a professional standpoint, and from their own personal experiences with an empty nest. They'll also answer questions and respond to comments from listeners who are making this transition right now.

FEATURED STORIES: Writer, columnist and familiar Alaska radio voice Barbara Brown shares a heartfelt commentary about her recent experience of having her daughter leave home for college.

Dr. Claudia Lampman, Professor of Psychology at UAA, speaks with Sarah Gonzales about the growing trend of 20-somethings taking longer in life to achieve typical adult milestones, and she responds to "Delayed Adulthood" studies from the Network on Transitions to Adulthood.

Jessica Cochran spoke with Professor Ronald Spatz of the University Honors College and Bruce Schultz, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs to report on the changing demographics at the University of Alaska, Anchorage.

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