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All Joy and No Fun

The Paradox of Modern Parenthood

by Jennifer Senior ...

Thousands of books have examined the effects of parents on their children. In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior now asks: what are the effects of children on their parents?In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior tries to tackle this question, isolating and analyzing the many ways in which children reshape their parents' lives, whether it's their ... Read more

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Thousands of books have examined the effects of parents on their children. In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior now asks: what are the effects of children on their parents?In All Joy and No Fun, award-winning journalist Jennifer Senior tries to tackle this question, isolating and analyzing the many ways in which children reshape their parents' lives, whether it's their
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Fat Talk

Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture

by Virginia Sole-Smith ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA Book Riot best book of 2023A Science Friday best book of 2023An Audible best well-being audiobook of 2023By the time they reach kindergarten, most kids believe that “fat” is bad. By middle school, more than a quarter of them have gone on a diet. What are parents supposed to do?Kids learn, as we’ve all learned, that thinness is a surv... ... Read more

$12.99 USD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA Book Riot best book of 2023A Science Friday best book of 2023An Audible best well-being audiobook of 2023By the time they reach kindergarten, most kids believe that “fat” is bad. By middle school, more than a quarter of them have gone on a diet. What are parents supposed to do?Kids learn, as we’ve all learned, that thinness is a surv...
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The Teenage Brain

A Neuroscientist's Survival Guide to Raising Adolescents and Young Adults

by Amy Ellis Nutt, Frances E. Jensen ...

A New York Times BestsellerRenowned neurologist Dr. Frances E. Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering practical advice for teens, parents and teachers.Dr. Frances E. Jensen is chair of the department of neurology in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. As a mother, teacher, researcher, clinician, and frequent ... Read more

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A New York Times BestsellerRenowned neurologist Dr. Frances E. Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering practical advice for teens, parents and teachers.Dr. Frances E. Jensen is chair of the department of neurology in the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. As a mother, teacher, researcher, clinician, and frequent
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Dibs: In Search of Self

by Virginia M. Axline ...

In 1947, Virginia Axline introduced professional psychotherapists to a new way of working with children called Nondirective Play Therapy. In 1964, she introduced the rest of the world to “Dibs”. Dibs is silent. Dibs is a mystery to his parents and teachers. Dibs cannot be reached no matter how hard they try. He hides under tables and lashes out at other children. Some think he’s incapable of ... Read more

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In 1947, Virginia Axline introduced professional psychotherapists to a new way of working with children called Nondirective Play Therapy. In 1964, she introduced the rest of the world to “Dibs”. Dibs is silent. Dibs is a mystery to his parents and teachers. Dibs cannot be reached no matter how hard they try. He hides under tables and lashes out at other children. Some think he’s incapable of
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1-2-3 Magic

3-Step Discipline for Calm, Effective, and Happy Parenting

by Thomas Phelan PhD ...

"Everywhere you go, you keep overhearing other moms say to their misbehaving children, 'That's one. That's two. That's three.' And then you watch in disbelief as their kid actually stops!"—PopSugar MomsThe most effective parenting guide for tantrums.Do you want to strengthen your parent-child bond? What about learning how to build self-esteem early on in your toddler, preschooler, or middle ... Read more

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"Everywhere you go, you keep overhearing other moms say to their misbehaving children, 'That's one. That's two. That's three.' And then you watch in disbelief as their kid actually stops!"—PopSugar MomsThe most effective parenting guide for tantrums.Do you want to strengthen your parent-child bond? What about learning how to build self-esteem early on in your toddler, preschooler, or middle
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Good Inside

A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be

by Becky Kennedy ...

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAn Instant Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Indie Bestseller“This book is for any parent who has ever struggled under the substantial weight of caregiving—which is to say, all of us. Good Inside is not only a wise and practical guide to raising resilient, emotionally healthy kids, it’s also a supportive resource for overwhelmed parents who need more compassio ... Read more

$20.49 USD

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAn Instant Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Indie Bestseller“This book is for any parent who has ever struggled under the substantial weight of caregiving—which is to say, all of us. Good Inside is not only a wise and practical guide to raising resilient, emotionally healthy kids, it’s also a supportive resource for overwhelmed parents who need more compassio
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The Whole-Brain Child

12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

by Tina Payne Bryson, Daniel J. Siegel M.D. ...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • More than 2 million copies in print! • The authors of No-Drama Discipline and The Yes Brain explain the new science of how a child’s brain is wired and how it matures in this pioneering, practical book.“Simple, smart, and effective solutions to your child’s struggles.”—Harvey Karp, M.D.In this pioneering, practical book, Daniel J. Siegel, neuropsychiatrist and author of ... Read more

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • More than 2 million copies in print! • The authors of No-Drama Discipline and The Yes Brain explain the new science of how a child’s brain is wired and how it matures in this pioneering, practical book.“Simple, smart, and effective solutions to your child’s struggles.”—Harvey Karp, M.D.In this pioneering, practical book, Daniel J. Siegel, neuropsychiatrist and author of
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How Children Succeed

Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character

by Paul Tough ...

**"A persuasive wake-up call."—PeopleA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the award-winning journalist Paul Tough, a provocative and profound examination of child development, success, and character—an insightful study that reveals the power to transform young people’s lives.**Why do some children succeed while others fail? The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about ... Read more

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**"A persuasive wake-up call."—PeopleA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFrom the award-winning journalist Paul Tough, a provocative and profound examination of child development, success, and character—an insightful study that reveals the power to transform young people’s lives.**Why do some children succeed while others fail? The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about
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BoyMom

Reimagining Boyhood in the Age of Impossible Masculinity

by Ruth Whippman ...

Combining painfully honest memoir, cultural analysis, and reporting, BoyMom is a humorous and heartbreaking deep dive into the complexities of raising boys in our fraught political moment.“Rapist, school-shooter, incel, man-child, interrupter, mansplainer, boob-starer, birthday forgetter, frat boy, dude-bro, homophobe, self-important stoner, emotional-labor abstainer, non-wiper of kitchen counters ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Combining painfully honest memoir, cultural analysis, and reporting, BoyMom is a humorous and heartbreaking deep dive into the complexities of raising boys in our fraught political moment.“Rapist, school-shooter, incel, man-child, interrupter, mansplainer, boob-starer, birthday forgetter, frat boy, dude-bro, homophobe, self-important stoner, emotional-labor abstainer, non-wiper of kitchen counters
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Scattered Minds

The Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder

by Gabor Maté MD ...

From renowned mental health expert and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) as genetically based—and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition.In this breakthrough guide to understanding, treating, and healing Attention Deficit Disorder, Dr. Gabor Maté, bestselling author of The Myth of Normal, and ... Read more

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From renowned mental health expert and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) as genetically based—and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition.In this breakthrough guide to understanding, treating, and healing Attention Deficit Disorder, Dr. Gabor Maté, bestselling author of The Myth of Normal, and
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Alone Together

Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other

by Sherry Turkle ...

A groundbreaking book by one of the most important thinkers of our time shows how technology is warping our social lives and our inner onesTechnology has become the architect of our intimacies. Online, we fall prey to the illusion of companionship, gathering thousands of Twitter and Facebook friends, and confusing tweets and wall posts with authentic communication. But this relentless connection ... Read more

$2.99 USD

A groundbreaking book by one of the most important thinkers of our time shows how technology is warping our social lives and our inner onesTechnology has become the architect of our intimacies. Online, we fall prey to the illusion of companionship, gathering thousands of Twitter and Facebook friends, and confusing tweets and wall posts with authentic communication. But this relentless connection
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Between Parent and Child: Revised and Updated

The Bestselling Classic That Revolutionized Parent-Child Communication

by Dr. Haim G. Ginott ...

Strengthen your relationship with your children with this revised edition of the book by renowned psychologist Dr. Haim Ginott that has helped millions of parents around the world.In this revised edition, Dr. Alice Ginott, clinical psychologist and wife of the late Haim Ginott, and family relationship specialist Dr. H. Wallace Goddard usher this bestselling classic into the new century while ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Strengthen your relationship with your children with this revised edition of the book by renowned psychologist Dr. Haim Ginott that has helped millions of parents around the world.In this revised edition, Dr. Alice Ginott, clinical psychologist and wife of the late Haim Ginott, and family relationship specialist Dr. H. Wallace Goddard usher this bestselling classic into the new century while
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With the Light... Vol. 2

Raising an Autistic Child

by Keiko Tobe, Alexis Eckerman ...

Series Book 2 - With the Light...
Sachiko and Masato Azuma have overcome numerous obstacles in dealing with their firstborn son Hikaru's autism. Having saved their marriage from ending in ruins, the young couple has welcomed a healthy baby girl, Kanon, into their tight-knit family. But with the obvious differences between Hikaru's and Kanon's developmental abilities, it becomes apparent that social prejudices against Hikaru's ... Read more

$12.99 USD

Sachiko and Masato Azuma have overcome numerous obstacles in dealing with their firstborn son Hikaru's autism. Having saved their marriage from ending in ruins, the young couple has welcomed a healthy baby girl, Kanon, into their tight-knit family. But with the obvious differences between Hikaru's and Kanon's developmental abilities, it becomes apparent that social prejudices against Hikaru's
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Raising a Socially Successful Child

Teaching Kids the Nonverbal Language They Need to Communicate, Connect, and Thrive

by Dr. Stephen Nowicki ...

“A brilliant…and perfectly timed” (William Stixrud, co-author of The Self-Driven Child) book showing how parents and educators can help children master the nonverbal language of social connection and successWe all want our kids learn the social skills they need to thrive. Yet many of today’s kids are struggling to connect, often with no apparent reason why.In most cases, the explanation is simple: ... Read more

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“A brilliant…and perfectly timed” (William Stixrud, co-author of The Self-Driven Child) book showing how parents and educators can help children master the nonverbal language of social connection and successWe all want our kids learn the social skills they need to thrive. Yet many of today’s kids are struggling to connect, often with no apparent reason why.In most cases, the explanation is simple:
... Read more
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child, 5th Edition

A New Step-by-Step Guide for a Good Night's Sleep

by Marc Weissbluth M.D. ...

OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD • The perennial favorite for parents who want to get their kids to sleep with ease—now in its fifth edition, fully revised and updated, with a new step-by-step guide for a good night’s sleep.Dr. Marc Weissbluth’s step-by-step regimen for instituting beneficial habits within the framework of your child’s natural sleep cycles has long been the standard-setter in baby ... Read more

$8.99 USD

OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD • The perennial favorite for parents who want to get their kids to sleep with ease—now in its fifth edition, fully revised and updated, with a new step-by-step guide for a good night’s sleep.Dr. Marc Weissbluth’s step-by-step regimen for instituting beneficial habits within the framework of your child’s natural sleep cycles has long been the standard-setter in baby
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Toilet Training in Less Than a Day

by Nathan Azrin, Richard M. Foxx ...

In this newly modernized edition of the classic, bestselling book on toilet training, you’ll discover the scientifically proven Azrin-Foxx method that’s been used by millions of parents worldwide.This clear and accessible guide remains the go-to book on toilet training for a reason. With a newly modernized take on the same proven, easy-to-follow steps, you’ll learn how to let go of stress and have ... Read more

$13.99 USD

In this newly modernized edition of the classic, bestselling book on toilet training, you’ll discover the scientifically proven Azrin-Foxx method that’s been used by millions of parents worldwide.This clear and accessible guide remains the go-to book on toilet training for a reason. With a newly modernized take on the same proven, easy-to-follow steps, you’ll learn how to let go of stress and have
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Treating Trauma in Adolescents

Development, Attachment, and the Therapeutic Relationship

by Martha B. Straus, PhD ...

This book presents an innovative and empathic approach to working with traumatized teens. It offers strategies for getting through to high-risk adolescents and for building a strong attachment relationship that can help get development back on track. Martha B. Straus draws on extensive clinical experience as well as cutting-edge research on attachment, developmental trauma, and interpersonal ... Read more

$32.39 USD

This book presents an innovative and empathic approach to working with traumatized teens. It offers strategies for getting through to high-risk adolescents and for building a strong attachment relationship that can help get development back on track. Martha B. Straus draws on extensive clinical experience as well as cutting-edge research on attachment, developmental trauma, and interpersonal
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The Nurture Assumption

Why Children Turn Out the Way They Do

by Judith Rich Harris ...

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOKHow much credit do parents deserve when their children turn out welt? How much blame when they turn out badly? Judith Rich Harris has a message that will change parents' lives: The "nurture assumption" -- the belief that what makes children turn out the way they do, aside from their genes, is the way their parents bring them up -- is nothing more than a cultural myth. ... Read more

$16.99 USD

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOKHow much credit do parents deserve when their children turn out welt? How much blame when they turn out badly? Judith Rich Harris has a message that will change parents' lives: The "nurture assumption" -- the belief that what makes children turn out the way they do, aside from their genes, is the way their parents bring them up -- is nothing more than a cultural myth.
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Whatever Happened to Daddy's Little Girl?

The Impact of Fatherlessness on Black Women

by Jonetta Rose Barras ...

What happens to a little girl who grows up without a father? Can she ever feel truly loved and fully alive? Does she ever heal—or is she doomed to live a wounded, fragmented life and to pass her wounds down to her own children? Fatherlessness afflicts nearly half the households in America, and it has reached epidemic proportions in the African-American community, with especially devastating ... Read more

$13.99 USD

What happens to a little girl who grows up without a father? Can she ever feel truly loved and fully alive? Does she ever heal—or is she doomed to live a wounded, fragmented life and to pass her wounds down to her own children? Fatherlessness afflicts nearly half the households in America, and it has reached epidemic proportions in the African-American community, with especially devastating
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Simplicity Parenting

Using the Extraordinary Power of Less to Raise Calmer, Happier, and More Secure Kids

by Kim John Payne, Lisa M. Ross ...

A revised and updated edition of the classic, inspiring guide to raising calm and secure kids in a frenetic world, featuring a new chapter to address the modern parent’s concerns over setting limits and coping with social media“Brilliant, wise, informative, innovative, entertaining, and urgently needed . . . a godsend for all who love children, and for children themselves.”—Edward Hallowell, M.D., ... Read more

$9.99 USD

A revised and updated edition of the classic, inspiring guide to raising calm and secure kids in a frenetic world, featuring a new chapter to address the modern parent’s concerns over setting limits and coping with social media“Brilliant, wise, informative, innovative, entertaining, and urgently needed . . . a godsend for all who love children, and for children themselves.”—Edward Hallowell, M.D.,
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Developmental Assessment of the School-Aged Child with Developmental Disabilities

A Clinician's Guide

by M. S. Thambirajah ...

Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural problems who are referred to mental health services for assessment often have undiagnosed mild learning disabilities, and this guide is written for clinicians involved in making such assessments.It provides full guidance on common developmental disorders and their assessment, focusing on mild to moderate disabilities in the school-aged child. ... Read more

$63.09 USD

Children and adolescents with emotional and behavioural problems who are referred to mental health services for assessment often have undiagnosed mild learning disabilities, and this guide is written for clinicians involved in making such assessments.It provides full guidance on common developmental disorders and their assessment, focusing on mild to moderate disabilities in the school-aged child.
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A Therapist’s Guide to Adolescent Development

Supporting Teens and Young Adults in Their Families and Communities

Edited by Kimberly M. Jayne, Katherine E. Purswell ...

A Therapist’s Guide to Adolescent Development is a practical guide to understanding adolescent development and applying that knowledge in therapeutic practice.Chapters explore development and therapeutic considerations for specific age ranges in pre-adolescence and early, middle, and late adolescence. The final chapter includes reproducible, age-specific handouts about adolescent development for ... Read more

$48.99 USD

A Therapist’s Guide to Adolescent Development is a practical guide to understanding adolescent development and applying that knowledge in therapeutic practice.Chapters explore development and therapeutic considerations for specific age ranges in pre-adolescence and early, middle, and late adolescence. The final chapter includes reproducible, age-specific handouts about adolescent development for
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Punishment-Free Parenting

The Brain-Based Way to Raise Kids Without Raising Your Voice

by Jon Fogel ...

A no-judgment, simple-to-follow step-by-step parenting guide to help you manage your emotions, meet your child’s needs with empathy, and create a calmer home—without ever resorting to threats or punishmentEvery parent has had that painful moment they realize there must be a better way to raise kids than the old-school yelling, threats, bribes, and punishment way.For Jon Fogel, that realization set ... Read more

$14.99 USD

A no-judgment, simple-to-follow step-by-step parenting guide to help you manage your emotions, meet your child’s needs with empathy, and create a calmer home—without ever resorting to threats or punishmentEvery parent has had that painful moment they realize there must be a better way to raise kids than the old-school yelling, threats, bribes, and punishment way.For Jon Fogel, that realization set
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Helping Children Develop a Positive Relationship with Food

A Practical Guide for Early Years Professionals

by Jo Cormack ...

A winner in the Happy & Healthy category of the 2018 Teach Early Years Awards.This practical guide enables those working with young children to better understand, manage and support children's relationship with food. Revealing the different ways in which children can relate to food, it gives accessible guidance and advice about how to help children to develop psychologically healthy eating habits ... Read more

$22.09 USD

A winner in the Happy & Healthy category of the 2018 Teach Early Years Awards.This practical guide enables those working with young children to better understand, manage and support children's relationship with food. Revealing the different ways in which children can relate to food, it gives accessible guidance and advice about how to help children to develop psychologically healthy eating habits
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