Biography

Hobbies: jogging, biking, hiking, skiing rollerblading and censoring

Was the person who made CD's have the Parental Advisory Sticker

Received B.A. in Psychology from Boston University in 1970

Eeceived a Master's Degree in Psychology from Vanderbilt University

Loves photography

I have long recognized a link between fitness and mental health and I think we need to encourage young people to take part in sports and team activities because we know it has such positive results.

As an avid photographer, I also took advantage of the latest technology in photography - digital photography - to post photos on my website on a daily basis.

Our society's strong emphasis on dieting and self-image can sometimes lead to eating disorders. We know that more than 5 million Americans suffer from eating disorders, most of them young women.

You're talking to someone who really understands rock music.

Past conference topics have included strengthening the role of fathers in children's lives, the impact of the media culture on children, the delicate balance between work and family, and family involvement in education.