Synopses & Reviews
Some children act out, argue, disobey, and throw temper tantrums more frequently than others. If you’re parenting one of these high-maintenance kids, this book is for you.
Clinical child psychologist C. Drew Edwards doesn’t just tell you what to do with a hard-to-handle kid. He also explains why some children are especially aggressive and disruptive—because understanding is key to helping them become responsible, competent, and content.
He spells out specific strategies for building a solid, positive relationship with your child—and ways to take care of yourself (parenting a difficult child can be stressful!).
And he encourages you to become an Authoritative Parent: balancing nurturance and support with structure and direction, blending positive and negative feedback, including children in the discipline process, using family problem solving, and guiding your child toward greater responsibility.
Packed with practical information and real-life examples, written with authority and compassion, this is a book you’ll turn to often for advice, insight, and good news: Parenting a hard-to-handle child isn’t an impossible task. These strategies really work.
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“Anyone who deals with children will find this an important addition to their library.”—Children’s Literature
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Independent Publishers Book Awards
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Parenting Category Finalist
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Parent Council® Selection
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“A critical book for parents who find themselves with a challenging child… presented in a clear, straightforward, and practical manner. Frustrated parents can find this book a useful resource.” —Parent Council®
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“Strong on strategies for surviving tantrums, disobedience and negative attitudes.” —Boston Herald
Synopsis
A clinical child psychologist explains why some children are especially challenging, then spells out clear, specific strategies any parent can use to address and correct problem behaviors with firmness and love. A wealth of solid information and sound advice for parents of high-maintenance kids.
About the Author
C. Drew Edwards, Ph.D., has practiced clinical child psychology for over 30 years and co-parented two children to adulthood. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Edwards speaks on the topics of parenting, childhood behavior problems, and ADD/ADHD. Dr. Edwards is Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychology at Wake Forest University. He lives in North Carolina.