Coaching Children to Be Kind, Respectful, and Successful
At a time of increased bullying, racism, and intolerance, The Empathy Advantage fills a critical need. This easy-to-use guide helps busy parents and educators teach children of all ages the ability to "walk in someone else's shoes." These people skills last a lifetime and help kids grow into caring, kind, respectful adults, ensuring future ......
Uncovers the class and race dimensions of the "cupcake wars" In the wake of school-lunch reform debates, heated classroom cupcake wars, and concerns over childhood obesity, the diet of American children has become a "crisis" and the cause of much anxiety among parents. Many food-conscious parents are well educated, progressive and white, and ......
Choosing to have another baby after suffering from prenatal or postpartum depression can feel overwhelming and hopeless. It doesn't have to. Exploring existing options, complex emotions, and personal accounts, Rebecca Fox Starr takes readers on a thoughtful exploration of what choosing to have, or not have, another baby means to women and ......
A Parent's Guide to Mental Health and Wellness for College Students
Most mental illnesses start to arise in the later teen years and early twenties, making college-age young adults a vulnerable population. Here, Marcia Morris looks at the most common mental health issues facing this age group and what parents can do to recognize symptoms, get treatment, and support their children through these challenging years.
Many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are sensitive and selective eaters, which can result in an extremely limited diet and nutritional deficiencies. This comprehensive research-based guide gives a clear and detailed explanation of common feeding issues and offers a comprehensive plan to help address them. Considering the various ......
"I yelled at the kids again--and feel so ashamed." "I barely have time to shower, let alone exercise; no wonder I'm so out of shape." "I'm just not the dad I hoped I would be." Parenting is hard. That's why self-compassion is so important. In this empathic resource, mindfulness expert and psychologist Susan M. Pollak helps parents let go of ......
Improving the Quality of Life for Children and Their Families
Raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be challenging, particularly for parents who do not have access to psychological treatment. This book presents parent training as a unique approach that is not only more accessible but is also one of the most promising methods for promoting long-term behavioural improvements.
Whether it is knowing when to ground your helicopter or park your snowplow, parenting a college student today means giving them the independence they need to make their own decisions. In this companion to his best-selling Dean's List: Ten Strategies for College Success, John Bader offers up key strategies for supporting your millennial ......
