Секс и семейная психология
862 кн.
It has been said that «knowledge is power.» In instances of bullying, knowledge of how others dealt with the problem can be an empowering tool for someone in a similar situation. <i>Bullying Solutions</i> compiles more than 40 real-life examples of various types of bullying (including hazing) and explores how they were confronted. These are not scientific case studies, but rather detailed illustrations of actual events. Some have a good outcome, others were not resolved successfully....
| Автор | Michael Carpenter T. |
How can parents recognize anxieties that affect their child's happiness and well-being, and how can they help their child overcome them? An experienced child psychiatrist answers this important two-part question by describing various anxiety-caused behavior patterns and advising parents on ways to help their child within the context of both family and school environments. New in this edition is an exploration of timely topics such as bullying and cyberbullying; the use and abuse of social...
| Автор | Katharina Manassis |
Executive functions are the cognitive skills that help us manage our lives and be successful. Children with weak executive skills, despite their best intentions, often do their homework but forget to turn it in, wait until the last minute to start a project, lose things, or have a room that looks like a dump! The good news is that parents can do a lot to support and train their children to manage these frustrating and stressful weaknesses. Late, Lost, and Unprepared is a must-have book for...
| Автор | Joyce Cooper-Kahn |
Anxiety is one of the biggest challenges facing people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their families. They can experience anxiety in all areas of their lives–school, family, and social life–and it compounds the difficulties they already may have with communicating, interacting socially, and controlling their emotions. Managing Anxiety in People with Autism is one of the first books to provide practical information about dealing with anxiety in people with ASD. Drawing on her...
| Автор | Anne M. Chalfant |
"I want a divorce!" are four words that will change your life forever. Whether you're declaring divorce or forced to accept it, ending a marriage is one of the toughest challenges you'll ever face. <br><br>So when you're stressed out, scared, angry, and full of uncertainty, how do you make the best decisions and maintain peace of mind? The Divorce Dance will teach you powerful strategies to overcome obstacles, avoid catastrophic losses, and...
| Автор | Stan Corey |
Difficulties with social skills are among the biggest challenges for children with autism. This landmark, research-based essay collection is an overview of the best practices for teaching social skills to people with autism. Well known professionals describe what works best for learners with autism: – parent training to increase their toddler’s engagement & play – combining approaches in small group settings with typically developing peers – targeting core deficits of...
| Автор | Группа авторов |
A Picture's Worth, the PECS primer written by the developers of the Picture Exchange Communication System, is now available in a second edition. This user-friendly guide introduces PECS, a simple and empowering communication tool in which partners exchange cards with photos or line drawings representing objects, attributes, and actions. A child or adult who has delayed or no speech can easily express his basic desires (e.g., “ice cream”) or needs using a PECS card without prompting from...
| Автор | Andy Bondy |
Lara Delmolino, Ph.D. и др.
When autism is diagnosed or suspected in young children, overwhelmed parents wonder where to turn and how to begin helping their child. Drs. Delmolino and Harris, experienced clinicians and ABA therapists, eliminate the confusion and guesswork by outlining the pivotal steps parents can take now to optimize learning and functioning for children ages 5 and younger. The book covers: – early indicators of ASD in children younger than 3 years – behaviors of 3 to 5 year olds with a...
| Автор | Lara Delmolino, Ph.D. и др. |
Once you’ve determined the purpose of a child’s or student’s seemingly senseless behavior by doing a functional behavior assessment (FBA), the next step is to work on changing or modifying the behavior. Stop That Seemingly Senseless Behavior! outlines an educational approach for parents, teachers, adult service providers, and aides that not only quickly reduces the problem behavior but also teaches the individual with autism new skills to get his needs met. It covers: – Review of what...
| Автор | Beth A. Glasberg |
What makes a good Chinese name and how does the name shape destinies and character? How do you ensure that the name is meaningful, elegant and auspicious at the same time?<br><br>This book provides all the knowledge you need for devising a good Chinese name for your child. <br><br>This book covers: <br>– Creative Methods For Naming: Number of Strokes Theory, Chinese Horoscope, The Five Elements, The Eight Characters Theory, The Chinese Zodiac Theory, Chinese Idioms,...
| Автор | Goh Kheng Chuan |
This is the story of an emotional journey by an aging woman who still wants love and sex in her life and who is desperately trying to hold on to her long hair, her good looks and her youthful figure. Carole Lethbridge discovered at the age of 65 that she wanted romance back in her life after recovering from a serious bout of cancer. Her friend suggested she give internet dating a go as the chance of meeting someone suitable where she lived in the Blue Mountains was virtually nil.<br />...
| Автор | Carole Lethbridge |
It is easy in our fast-paced, competitive, consumer-driven world to forget that children are not mini-adults, projects to be managed or problems to be solved. This common-sense guide to parenting and caring for children under eight, reminds us that a child’s development cannot be rushed, or crudely measured again milestones. It takes an entire childhood to grow and there is no perfect when it comes to parenting.<br /> <br />In her informed, heartfelt way, one of Australia’s favourite...
| Автор | Maggie Dent |
Silence and stillness does have a magic to it. It doesn't matter where you find it – in your home, your workplace or your classroom. However in our fast-paced world it is getting harder and harder to find. In this book, one of Australia’s favourite parenting authors and educators Maggie Dent explores the cognitive and emotional benefits of silence and stillness, demonstrating how crucial it is for children as well as adults, and details methods for creating it in your home or...
| Автор | Maggie Dent |
"Maggie is earthy and real, full of love and knowledge, especially on raising sons." – Steve Biddulph "Maggie's perspective on raising boys is spot on. She writes with humor and depth, providing insight and strategies for many of the most important issues facing moms. There is a lovely ease to her writing and a powerful honesty. I hope every mother of a son (and everyone else!) will read this book. The future of the world, to a great extent, depends on how we...
| Автор | Maggie Dent |
"As you take God's Word and apply its eternal principles to the everyday issues you face with your family, you will begin to create a godly heritage – a legacy that will impact that generations to come in ways you never dreamed possible." -Ken Ham Christian families are struggling in a culture hostile to Christian values, and increasingly find themselves searching for answers and strategies to be more effective. Parents also face a disturbing trend of young people leaving home and...
| Автор | Ken Ham |
Strategies for making friends and keeping them. At any age. Real life scenarios. Case studies. Checklists. Quiz.<br /> <br />In our fast changing world, friends may last longer than lovers or even families.<br /> <br />Includes:<br />* Types of friendships<br />* Making friends<br />* Keeping friends.<br />* Male and female friendships<br />* Can men and women be 'just friends'?<br />* Do working friendships work?<br />*...
| Автор | Helen McGrath |
Military ways are quite enigmatic, resulting in an alien world where acronyms often replace words and where “1330” is a time of day. Add to that, the Navy is not only military, it is nautical, which means that centuries of sea-going terminology and practices are added to the confusion. While the young men and women who sign on to become Sailors in the United States Navy receive extensive indoctrination and training, their parents do not. As their sons and daughters are becoming uniformed, the...
| Автор | Thomas J. Cutler |
How your family can survive and thrive with a new baby!<br /> <br />International author, midwife, maternal & child health nurse and mother of four, Belinda Joyce shares her wisdom and experience both professional and personal to help make your transition to parenting a success. Becoming a parent has many challenges but this book will help you to find the joy and confidence in parenting your own way.<br /> <br />You'll learn:<br />– How to get more...
| Автор | Belinda Joyce |
At last! The new parents' manual to successfully raising happy, healthy and confident kids!<br /> <br />On Track Parenting is the ultimate book for any parent who wants to be sure their kids have the skills to navigate today's fast-paced world with confidence and ease.<br /> <br />You have in your hands a new collection of the best-of-the-best tools, tips and strategies gathered over 25 years from expert psychologist, speaker and international author Brad...
| Автор | Brad Everton |
The ultimate man's tool-kit to making a relationship great!<br /> <br />In this breakthrough relationship book directed at men in the construction industry, you are presented with a simple, easy to read blueprint to better understand yourself and your partner, while also giving you more tools to access when life's challenges arise.<br /> <br />This book contains so many treasures that when applied will grow your relationship tenfold.<br /> <br...
| Автор | Caylene Vincent |
The essential handbook for raising children!<br /> <br />If you want to become the very best role model you can be for your child, then international author and life coach Trish Corbett's book 'How to Raise Kids with Integrity' is the book for you. This essential book will guide both new and experienced parents alike to further understand what it takes. Trish's 9-PAC Integrity Approach Model will help you to evolve your own inner script and provides you with...
| Автор | Trish Corbett |
will benefit it is attentive and brilliant readers, of whom John Leonard is without doubt one of its finest. – Martin Harrison Australian poetry from a 21st century perspective, with a selection from a wide range of living poets as well as familiar voices from the past. There is an emphasis on social observation and personal experience of Australia's changing history that gives new context to poetry by previous generations from Wright and Hope through Lawson and Paterson to Harpur,...
| Автор | Anna Cohen |
Whether thinking about having a baby or already expecting, the process of getting ready for a new member of the family is a big deal and a big milestone in anyone’s life. Lesson Ladder has released a simple, user-friendly book to provide the reassurance and support that new parents need, plus the most important, must know information for pregnancy and childbirth. Written by an experienced family practice physician, this book features professional medical expertise and personal, parental stories...
| Автор | Christine Traxler, MD |
A bag of tricks approach to parenting the 1 to 5 year old The early years of parenting are often a tricky and challenging time – a time when you will watch your baby fade and a child emerge, a time of amazing growth, development and change. Your ‘bag of tricks’ to deal with these changes must take into account your child’s development and cognitive abilities at any given stage. Parenting Made Easy: The Early Years provides ideas for your bag of tricks that have worked for thousands of...
| Автор | Anna Cohen |