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A fully-revised and updated new edition of a bestselling book
designed to help parents, teachers, and counsellors support young
people suffering from anxiety. * Offers an array of innovative
strategies organized into the authors four-step COPE program, which
has undergone more than 20 years of successful field testing * Each
strategy is accompanied by a set of activities contextualized with
full details of the appropriate age level, materials needed,
suggested setting, and a template script * Presents a
straightforward account of anxiety, the most prevalent clinical
diagnosis in young people, written with a careful balance of
scientific evidence and benevolence * Features a brand new chapter
on preschoolers and a companion website that includes instructional
MP3 recordings and a wealth of additional resources
For anyone considering or going through Fostering for Adoption,
this book gives you a detailed, personal account of the process
which takes you through all the stages and prepares you to cope
with the highs and lows. Fostering for Adoption is a relatively
recent initiative (Children and Families Act, 2014) in the adoption
legal landscape, seeking early permanence for babies and young
children where adoption is most likely to be the plan for the
child. This is often cited as a route to be in the best interests
of the child, enabling secure attachments and stability. However,
for adopters it is inherently risky, it is the adopters who take on
the risk in this situation, accept the placement on a fostering
basis and hope that the final outcome will be adoption. There is
currently a knowledge gap on experiences of Fostering for Adoption
which this book tackles. Written from an adopters' perspective of
the risks and challenges, as well as the benefits that it brings,
it is perfect for those who are considering the process as well as
their friends and family. A book on Fostering for Adoption can't
just focus on one story and one outcome so we've included case
studies which cover the key experiences adopters may face when
agreeing to accept a baby on a Foster to Adopt placement such as:
Caring for a baby a few days after birth The paperwork, rules and
fostering process The uncertainty and risk Meeting with birth
parents Contact Looking after a withdrawing baby A termination of
placement Written in an engaging and friendly style, this book is
perfect reading for anyone looking to adopt a child and for
adoption professionals seeking to understand the experience of the
adopter more profoundly. Praise for Fostering for Adoption "As
someone who has been through a similar journey this book resonated
with me. It is honest about the ups and downs and is a great,
informative book for anybody thinking of taking this route or who
have family or friends that are. I can say that this book will help
anyone at the beginning of their journey, to help them through the
process and - start the lifetime of learning about how we can
support our children." Lisa Faulkner, Author, Meant to be "Alice's
book will be a great companion to anyone considering or starting on
the foster to adopt process. It is well-researched and written and
doesn't shy away from the many complexities and the considerations
that adults must make in the best interests of children." Sally
Donovan, Author of No Matter What, and Editor of Adoption Today "I
thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, I found myself laughing and
getting emotional throughout. As someone who has themselves been
adopted, but who is also a social worker who has now adopted a
child, this book is brilliant from every angle. A must read for
anyone considering Fostering for Adoption." Jo, Social Worker,
Midlands "This book gives a balanced and honest view of the whole
Fostering for Adoption journey. It gets to the emotions and
seriousness of decisions being made about children's lives. This is
an important read for any potential adopter and will be on our book
lists for sure" Angi, Social Worker, Adoption Tees Valley
This helpful guide takes the stress out of this challenging rite of
passage, giving parents much-needed advice to help them identify
what approach will work for their child's temperament. No two
children experience the toilet-training process in exactly the same
way. While some kids might be afraid to even go near the bathroom,
others may know when to go...but still never seem to make it there
in time. In Stress-Free Potty Training, mother and journalist Sara
Au and neuropsychologist Peter Stavinoha shows you how to:
determine a child's readiness to begin potty training gradually
move children past their existing comfort zone, without causing
undue pressure handle accidents and temporary setbacks This
straight-talking guide enables you to help every child make this
important life transition free of worry and in the way that's right
for him or her. Stress-Free Potty Training distinguishes between
common childhood personality types, providing easy techniques
tailor-fit for all kinds of kids, whether they're stubborn or
willful, clinging to diapers, afraid to move on, or just
late-bloomers.
What does it take to raise great kids? If you've read any books on
parenting, conflicting opinions have probably left you feeling
confused. Get tough! Show acceptance. Lay down the rules. Lighten
up, already! There's got to be a balance--and there is. Joining
their expertise with the wisdom of MOPS International (Mothers of
Preschoolers), Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend help you provide
both the care and acceptance that make grace real to your child,
and the firmness and discipline that give direction. Avoiding the
twin extremes of permissiveness and over-control, Drs. Cloud and
Townsend show how you can help your child cultivate six necessary
character traits: attachment, responsibility, reality, competence,
morality, and worship/spiritual life. At last, here is an effective
middle ground for raising up children who will handle life with
maturity and wisdom. Raising Great Kids will help you equip your
son or daughter to accept life's responsibilities, grow from its
challenges, and freely and fully explore all that it has to offer.
While their first book was written primarily for professionals, in
"Trauma-Proofing Your Kids", the authors zero in on assisting lay
caregivers in the prevention and healing of trauma. It is written
in accessible language for parents (whether biological, foster, or
adoptive), grandparents, aunts and uncles, and daycare workers. In
addition to preventing trauma, it is a practical guide for
'stress-busting'. Its emphasis is in promoting resilience for kids
in our fast-changing world of mishaps, increasing pressures and
turbulence. Most books that have been written about trauma address
therapists or medical professionals leaving parents out in the
cold. As helpful as these books may be, the authors are often
limited in both their narrow understanding of the nature of trauma
(attributing it only to devastating events such as violence and
molestation), as well as ignoring prevention. Their emphasis is
mostly on treating trauma particularly with drugs.This book, on the
other hand, is about nipping trauma in the bud by offering
preventative 'emotional first aid' at the earliest signs that a
child may have been overwhelmed. In addition to being an eye-opener
to the world of trauma, this book also 'breaks the mold' by
addressing the core issue of trauma's affect on the body and what
it takes to return the nervous system to a state of equilibrium and
balance. It empowers parents to help their own kids convert stress
into challenge. What is truly amazing is that this little book
simplifies a complex subject that neuroscientists are grappling
with so that mothers and fathers can apply this knowledge to foster
resilient, compassionate and self-reliant children.
Tizzie Hall is an international baby sleep expert who has been
working with babies and their parents for over 15 years. Her
customised sleep routines have helped thousands of restless babies
sleep through the night, and now she shares the secrets of her
success in this easy-to-use sleep guide, including: - Sleep
routines from birth to introducing solids for breast- and
bottle-fed babies - Teaching your baby to settle and resettle
themselves - Solutions to sleep problems - Common questions and
case studies from parents - How to overcome any breaks to the
sleeping routine Packed full of useful information about feeding,
weaning, common health concerns and special situations that can
affect your baby's sleep pattern, Save Our Sleep is the must-have
book for all parents who want to save their sleep.
This is the ultimate guide to raising the tween/teen boy in your
life. It covers everything from relationships, social media,
friendships and school, dealing with topics like porn, drugs and
video games, as well as physical and mental changes. Dr Natterson
helps parents navigate the tricky stage of puberty - when loud,
rambunctious boys often turn into silent, uncommunicative beings
who slink behind closed doors. She argues that it's up to parents
to improve their communication with their son and help him prepare
for life as an adult, armed with the knowledge needed to become a
well-rounded human being. This book looks at the dramatic shifts
boys face physically, mentally, emotionally and socially, filtered
through the Dr Natterson's expert medical and child development
lens. 'Decoding Boys debunks the widespread myth of the inscrutable
teenage boy. Dr. Cara Natterson illuminates boys' inner lives,
details the pressures they face from the outside world, and teaches
parents how to effectively engage and support their adolescent
sons. Decoding Boys is clear, wise, and eye-opening. If you're
raising a boy, you need this brilliant book.' - Lisa Damour, PhD,
New York Times bestselling author of Untangled and Under Pressure
'Decoding Boys is the ultimate guide to help you understand and
raise your boys with acceptance and perspective. Reading it is like
having an empathetic, really smart friend who totally gets what you
are going through and is helpful every step of the way!' - Mallika
Chopra, author of Living with Intent 'Decoding Boys is the book
we've been waiting for! Dr. Cara Natterson tackles the topics that
are difficult for parents to understand, let alone discuss with
their children. She demystifies the complex science of male puberty
and delivers sound advice for any adult living with-and wanting to
support-an increasingly silent teenage boy.' - Louise Greenspan,
M.D., coauthor of The New Puberty, How to Navigate Early
Development in Today's Girls
The transition from nursing to weaning is a rite of passage. It can
either be a time full of stress, regret and confusion, or a joyous
celebration of growth. This book is for mothers and nursing
children, to help them both communicate their deep love and respect
for one another. The author believes that it is never too early for
mums and dads to talk to their baby with tenderness and dignity,
and to explain that nursing together is a cherished and special
time. Yet, when mother no longer chooses this mutual task, or for
health or other reasons cannot continue, then it is better for
parent and child to begin the weaning. There is no other book like
this, although many adult books are devoted to the process of
weaning. Ready to Wean is a childrens picture book, designed to
empower mothers in the weaning process. The friendly text reassures
and prepares the child, in a confident way, for this new stage of
growth, and bolsters mother's confidence that she will continue to
grow with her child, beyond this particular form. Already, national
and state WIC (Women, Infants and Children) agencies are asking
about the appearance of this book, calling it a crucial addition to
the literature. Without making any general statement about how long
nursing should continue, the book cleverly and gently allows each
mum to insert her own deadline date, and encourages her to start
planning for this date with her child. The author knows that
parents and children will be sharing this bonding experience
differently, and so she suggests many lovely, nurturing
alternatives that babies and young children can relate to as the
date approaches.
The Hugging Tree tells the story of a little tree growing all alone
on a cliff, by a vast and mighty sea. Through thundering storms and
the cold of winter, the tree holds fast. Sustained by the natural
world and the kindness and compassion of one little boy, eventually
the tree grows until it can hold and shelter others. The resilience
of the Hugging Tree calls to mind the potential in all of us: to
thrive, despite times of struggle and difficulty. To nurture the
little spark of hope and resolve. To dream and to grow, just where
we are. A Note to Parents and Caregivers by Elizabeth McCallum
provides more information about resilience, and guidelines for
building resilience in children.
Planning, Implementing, and Evaluating Health Promotion Programs,
Eighth Edition provides students with a comprehensive overview of
the practical and theoretical skills needed to plan, implement, and
evaluate health promotion programs in a variety of settings. The
Eighth Edition incorporates a straightforward, step-by-step format
to make concepts clear and the full process of health promotion
planning understandable. This edition features updated information
throughout, including the most current Responsibilities,
Competencies and Subcompetencies (NCHEC & SOPHE, 2020), the
Code of Ethics for the Health Education Profession (CNHEO, 2020), a
Report of the Joint Committee on Health Education and Promotion
Terminology, and a new set of goals and objectives for the nation
-- Healthy People 2030.
"Look into the eyes of a child---you cannot find anything
deeper. The eyes of a child are an abyss, there is no bottom to
them."
---Osho
Children have an authentic freedom. They are joyful, playful, and
naturally creative. But by the time they grow up, most children
have been sacrificed to the gods of "productivity" and good
behavior to the extent that only nostalgia for childhood remains.
Osho says, "It is the child's experience that haunts intelligent
people their whole life. They want it again---the same innocence,
the same wonder, the same beauty." And while each adult generation
may vow, with the best of intentions, not to repeat the mistakes of
the past, they inevitably find themselves imposing their own
inherited limitations on new generations to come.
This book calls for a "children's liberation movement" to break
through old patterns and create opportunities for an entirely new
way of relating as human beings. It is a guide for grown-ups to
become aware of their own conditioning as they relate to the
children in their lives. And, with that awareness, to learn when to
nurture and protect and when to get out of the way, so that
children can flower into their highest potential and greatest
capacity for joy.
Learning with Nature is full of fun activities from the Forest
School. The games will get your children outdoors to explore, have
fun, make things and learn about nature and help them grow up happy
and healthy. Suitable for groups of children aged between 3 and 16,
the graded activities help children develop: Key practical and
social skills Awareness of their place in the world Respect for the
natural world all while enjoying the great outdoors. Written by
experienced Forest School practitioners, using tried and tested
games and activities, it provides comprehensive information for
enriching childrens' learning through nature. The games and
activities are clearly categorized, with step-by-step instructions,
age guide, a list of resources needed, and invisible learning
points. This book is a unique must-have resource for families,
schools, youth groups and anyone working with children.
Sensible advice and caring encouragement on raising boys from the
nation's most trusted parenting authority, Dr. James Dobson.With so
much confusion about the role of men in our society, it's no wonder
so many parents and teachers are asking questions about how to
bring up boys. Why are so many boys in crisis? What qualities
should we be trying to instill in young males? Our culture has
vilified masculinity and, as a result, an entire generation of boys
is growing up without a clear idea of what it means to be a man. In
the runaway bestseller "Bringing Up Boys," Dr. Dobson draws from
his experience as a child psychologist and family counselor, as
well as extensive research, to offer advice and encouragement based
on a firm foundation of biblical principles. (This new edition is
part of Dr. James Dobson's Building A Family Legacy initiative.)
For Alison, life with her son Daniel sometimes seemed like an
endless round of difficulties: disobedience, backchat, rudeness,
name-calling and aggression. Upon starting school, where his
aggression and lack of concentration concerned teachers, Daniel was
given a vague diagnosis of borderline Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which was later changed to ADHD with
secondary Oppositional Defiant Disorder and autistic traits. In
this honest account of the first 18 years of Daniel's life, Alison
exposes her own worries, doubts, and exceptional courage at every
pivotal turn in Daniel's life. Interspersing the narrative with
tips and advice on what she has found useful - or not - in bringing
up Daniel, Alison also provides encouraging guidance for teachers
and fellow parents. This book also raises serious questions about
how the education system supports children with special needs, and
if medication can be the answer to managing ADHD in children.
The tween years are a time of change and possibility. They are also
a time when kids may begin to feel confused, unsure, and even
different. Have you ever felt like that? This book is for you - the
tween! The Tween Book is chock full of tips, advice, research, and
reflection questions to help you navigate the tween experience,
including: Finding the right pace for growing up Adjusting to your
changing role in your family Gaining independence and
responsibilities Making decisions and setting goals for your future
Understanding your changing looks and your body image Getting
crushes on other kids and dating (or not!) Making friends and
hanging out in groups Dealing with rumors, teasing, and even
bullying Completing schoolwork and getting organized And more! Take
a look inside and begin your tween adventure!
When your baby is walking - and you're sprinting to keep up - count
on The Best Friends' Guide to Toddlers to keep you one step ahead!
One moment your little sweetie curls up in your lap and kisses your
neck, the next he's running through the local shop screaming 'No,
no, no!' Just who is this little being who was formerly your baby?
Does it seem like your precious infant has been replaced by a very
small maniac? Are you alternately enchanted and terrified by your
toddler's independence, imagination and inability to sit still for
one single minute? Don't panic - the wise, witty and always honest
advice of Vicki Iovine is here to help you figure out such things
as: How to say 'no' and look like you mean it When to move your
little tyke out of the cot and into a bed (and how to keep him
there) Which vegetables your toddler will eat - and how to disguise
the others Who decides when it's time to potty-train Whether you
can ever win an argument with a person whose vocabulary is only a
hundred words Iovine tells mothers what they need to know -
straight-from-the-hip survival tips from the ones who've been
there. The Best Friends' Guides tell it like it is and give
frazzled mums a much-needed laugh.
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