From Defiance to Cooperation Real Solutions for Transforming the Angry, Defiant, Discouraged Child

by Taylor, John F.

• ISBN13: 9780761529552
• ISBN10: 0761529551
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-06-26
• Publisher: Harmony

Summary

Change Your Child's Life! Turn Negative Behavior into Positive Traits How do you deal with a difficult and defiant child or teenager? What can you do if your child has been diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) or is resentful and constantly in trouble at school? Are thereconstructiveways to channel such oppositional energy and determination? Dr. John F. Taylor will tell you how. Inside, you'll find new hope and hundreds of specific, sensible, and easy-to-implement suggestions for improving life with a rebellious and argumentative child. Parents and teachers anyone who deals with difficult children, teens, or young adults will also learn how to tap the potential of these natural-born leaders by discovering how to: Understandwhyan oppositional attitude exists Open up new, safer avenues for children to express needs and wants Enhance communication, avoid common mistakes, and reduce undesirable behavior Teach a child conscience-based self-control And much more!

Author Biography

<b>John F. Taylor, Ph.D.</b> is a clinical family psychologist with more than 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. Dr. Taylor is an innovator of diagnostic and theraputic procedures for at-risk teens, children, and families and recognized authority on ADD. He lives in Salem, Oregon.

Table of Contents

Introduction	ix
Why Your Child Craves Power	1	(30)
How Your Child Displays Power	31	(28)
Create Greater Emotional Safety	59	(32)
Sharpen Your Communication Skills	91	(18)
Confront Power-Oriented Misbehavior	109	(32)
Use Wise, Preventive Discipline	141	(34)
Help Your Child Use Power Wisely	175	(20)
Epilogue: A Final Word of Encouragement	195	(2)
Appendix A: Boredom Prevention Ideas	197	(4)
Appendix B: Discussion and Study Questions	201	(8)
Notes	209	(6)
Index	215