A child talks back to her mother. A teenager starts slamming doors and giving dirty looks. A naughty toddler seems to enjoy the negative response he gets from his exhausted parents. When misbehaviors begin, they can quickly escalate into an uphill battle of yelling, tears, and resistance--on both sides. This guide is a reassuring and realistic resource for parents struggling to find a positive balance with their kids, featuring guidance on how to: Set priorities for children of any age Open the lines of communication both ways Enforce punishments that teach rather than torture Work successfully with your partner Cultivate an environment of mutual respect With short takeaways at the conclusion of each chapter, this guide is the only resource you need to cope with behavior issues and raise a well-behaved child!

By using positive methods of discipline parents have the opportunity to provide their children with an optimal home environment for healthy emotional growth and development.

Is your child talking back? Refusing to do chores? Watching television and playing video games all day? You're not alone in your struggle to understand -- and control -- your strong-willed child!

A child talks back to her mother. A teenager starts slamming doors and giving dirty looks. A naughty toddler seems to enjoy the negative response he gets from his exhausted parents. When misbehaviors begin, they can quickly escalate into an uphill battle of yelling, tears, and resistance--on both sides. This guide is a reassuring and realistic resource for parents struggling to find a positive balance with their kids, featuring guidance on how to: Set priorities for children of any age Open the lines of communication both ways Enforce punishments that teach rather than torture Work successfully with your partner Cultivate an environment of mutual respect With short takeaways at the conclusion of each chapter, this guide is the only resource you need to cope with behavior issues and raise a well-behaved child!

The Everything Parent's Guide to Positive Discipline gives you all you need to help you cope with behavior issues, both large and small. Written by noted psychologist Dr. Carl E. Pickhardt, this authoritative, practical book provides you with professional advice on dealing with everything from getting your kids to do their homework to teaching them to respect their elders. The Everything Parent's Guide to Positive Discipline shows you how to: - Set priorities; - Promote communication; - Establish the connection between choice and consequence; - Enforce punishment; - Change discipline style to reflect the age of the child; - Work with your partner as a team. The Everything Parent's Guide to Positive Discipline is guaranteed to help you keep the peace, and raise a well-behaved child in any home!

Help your child learn self-discipline, cooperation, and responsibility! When a child misbehaves, the situation can quickly escalate into an uphill battle of yelling, tears, and resistance--on both sides. But what if you could avoid all that? Conscious parenting is about being present with your child and taking the time to understand the reasons and motivations behind behaviors. This relationship-centered approached means that you respect your child's point of view as you both learn how to create a mutually-beneficially set of behavioral rules. By practicing this mindful method, you can support your child emotionally and help nurture important social development. Parent coach Jennifer Costa teaches you how to: Communicate openly with your child about proper behavior Build a supportive home environment Determine your child's behavioral triggers Learn strategies that will help your child feel calm Teach your child long-term coping skills Discipline your child without embracing anger With The Conscious Parent's Guide to Positive Discipline, you will learn to create a calm and mindful atmosphere for the whole family, while helping your child feel competent, successful, and healthy.