Description
Book SynopsisPerhaps the greatest challenge in being a parent is learning how to manage behavior problems in younger and older children. This work is a guide to understanding and managing child behavior. It offers advice on issues such as: providing positive attention for children; using rewards; communicating effectively; and, empowering teenagers.
Trade Review"…indispensable guide…" (Irish Times, 14 January 2003)
“...a good guide for this tricky stage" (The Sun, 29th September 2004)
Table of ContentsAbout the author ix
Introduction 1
Parenting – a roller coaster ride 3
Pausing to think about your parenting 15
Part 1 Being a Parent of A Young Child 25
Step 1 Providing positive attention to children 27
Step 2 Play and special time with children 37
Step 3 Encouragement and praise 47
Step 4 Using rewards 57
Step 5 Setting rules and helping children keep them 65
Step 6 Ignoring misbehaviour 77
Step 7 Time Out and other sanctions 87
Step 8 Talking things through/ Family meetings 97
Part 2 Being a Parent of A Teenager 113
Step 9 Pausing to understand teenagers 115
Step 10 Connecting with your teenager 125
Step 11 Getting to know your teenager 133
Step 12 Empowering teenagers 141
Step 13 Communicating effectively – listening and speaking up 151
Step 14 Managing conflict 159
Step 15 Negotiating rules and boundaries 167
Step 16 Solving problems/Talking things through 175
Renewal and Resources 187
Parents caring for themselves 189
Seeking further help and support 195
Index 207
