Study: Modern economies 'rise and fall' with nuclear families Study: Modern economies 'rise and fall' with nuclear familiesWashington Times... children and families at the Department of Health and Human Services. The agency awarded about $60 million to 61 marriage-strengthening groups, and $59 million to 59 fatherhood programs, including some that assist men leaving prison. Cheryl Wetzstein.See all stories on this topic » Washington Times