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The Everything Parent's Guide to the Strong-Willed Child: A Positive Approach to Increase Self-control, Improve Communication, and Reduce Conflict 2nd Revised edition
Author(s): Ph.D Ellen Bowers (Author)
- Publisher: Adams Media
- Publication Date: 18 May 2012
- Edition: 2nd Revised edition
- Language: English
- Print length: 304 pages
- ISBN-10: 1440533423
- ISBN-13: 9781440533426
Book Description
Set boundaries and eliminate power struggles without conflict! “I won’t go” “I don’t care” “You can’t make me” Every parent hears these words at one time or another, but if you have a strong-willed child, the arguments can seem never-ending. Fortunately, there’s hope. The Everything Parent’s Guide to the Strong-Willed Child, 2nd Edition can help you put a stop to the endless cycle of battles with your child and rebuild a relationship based on love and respect rather than conflict. This essential guide shows you how to trade in exhausting and ineffective punishment for techniques that can help you: Identify the triggers of combative behaviors Understand strong-willed and spirited motivations Give your child tools to develop self-control Learn how your reaction can lessen or intensify strong-willed behaviors Communicate more effectively with your child Strengthen the family bond and create a safe environment Featuring a positive approach to discipline and including new ways to compromise and communicate with children, this all-in-one guide has everything you need to raise capable, happy, and agreeable kids!
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About the Author
Ellen Bowers, PhD, is a psychologist, educator, and mother. She is the owner and director of a preschool focused on nurturing children through positive discipline. She has an extensive teaching background, working with children of all ages as well as college students. Dr. Bowers has a doctorate in psychology and a master’s of science degree in education and psychology. She is also the author of The Everything Guide to Raising a Toddler and The Everything Parent’s Guide to Positive Discipline, 2nd Edition. She lives in Glendale, CA.
