Raising a Self-Disciplined Child: Help Your Child Become More Responsible, Confident, and Resilient

by Brooks, Robert; Goldstein, Sam

• ISBN13: 9780071627115
• ISBN10: 0071627111
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-07-30
• Publisher: McGraw Hill

Summary

Learn to raise a self-disciplined child who is confident, independent . . . and happy. ..Raising a Self-Disciplined Childis the groundbreaking book parents have been waiting for--a remarkably positive approach to a style of discipline that builds children up-from the acclaimed authors ofRaising Resilient Children.Filled with realistic, practical strategies and sample scenarios, it shows you ways to teach children of any age, from preschool to adolescence, the value of self-control, self-reliance, and self-assurance--the all-important skills that will last a lifetime. ..Praise for Raising Resilient Children ..�Practical and clear in its suggestions, direct and supportive in its tone, Raising Resilient Children is the perfect book for parents searching for a caring method to help their children grow into healthy, loving, and mature adults.�. --William Pollack, Ph.D., author ofReal Boys..�Brooks and Goldstein help mothers and fathers focus on their child's strengths, not on his or her weaknesses. The result is a happier, more resilient child.�. --Michael Thompson, Ph.D., author of i>Raising Cain..

Author Biography

Robert Brooks, Ph.D., is a psychologist on.the faculty at Harvard Medical School. He is an award-winning.speaker, author, and educator..

Sam Goldstein, Ph.D., is a psychologist.on the faculties of the University of Utah Medical School and.George Mason University. Drs. Brooks and Goldstein have.coauthored ten books, including Raising Resilient Children, The.Power of Resilience, and Nurturing Resilience in Our Children.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vii
Developing Self-Discipline in Our Children	p. 1
The Mindset for Effective Discipline	p. 17
Helping Your Child Take Control	p. 53
Teaching Your Child to Solve Problems	p. 83
Showing Your Child That He or She Is Competent	p. 113
Teaching Your Child How to React to Mistakes	p. 143
Helping Your Child Cope with Doubts and Disappointments	p. 175
Responding Constructively When Life Seems Unfair	p. 203
Encouraging Your Child to Make a Difference	p. 237
The Lessons and Power of Self-Discipline	p. 267
Recommended Reading	p. 283
References	p. 285
Index	p. 287
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