Welcome to the town of "Maximum Strength Parenting," a happy little place where you'll have a lot to do, a lot to think about, and a lot of fun
"Maximum Strength Parenting" is the art of using all of your gifts and knowledge in the most important and influential job you will ever have, parenting.
A "Maximum Strength Parent" helps foster the growth of a "Maximum Strength Child," which is a child who enjoys the process of striving to his or her potential and acts with courage, consistency, responsibility, power, authority, flexibility, sound judgment, and humanity in his or her emotional, intellectual, spiritual, moral, and physical interactions with the world.
"Maximum Strength Parenting" is the greatest gift you can give your child.
In "Maximum Strength Parenting" we express our "Freedom of Speech" and our "Freedom to Teach," but we stop well-short of the "Freedom to Preach" that is evident in so many 'parent-advice' books of the day. Throughout "Maximum Strength Parenting" you will find rich information, balanced commentary, and consideration of nuanced points that will cause you to think more deeply about your positions (or perhaps re-think your positions) on countless topics of philosophical and practical importance in parenting. We also provide broad ranges of effective parenting strategies for you to choose from.
Throughout these pages we have provided hundreds of little bits of insight, encouragement, strategy, inspiration, and solution options. From our hearts to yours, we hope you will find the ideas and strategies in Maximum Strength Parenting to be worthy companions on your lifelong journey of raising a Maximum Strength Child.
Andrew Vaughan, Ph.D.
Lauren Resnick, M.S., CCC, SLP, &
Anne Long, M.S., Ed.

Rising terrorism and advances in technology, along with new organizational strategies and investigative techniques, have stretched the traditional role of the police officer. Calls for strong, intelligence-driven, paramilitary policing juxtaposed with a demand for "softer" community policing, leave officers under increased pressure to be tough and resolute, yet compassionate, accountable, and adaptable. A measured analysis of these concerns is crucial to enable police officers to move forward in this increasingly conflicted world Drawn from the most important articles in Police Practice and Research, Contemporary Issues in Law Enforcement and Policing focuses on the most common issues affecting today's officers. Enhanced with an introduction and conclusion to present and weigh the arguments and consider the pragmatic aspects and challenges posed, the articles are written by academics and practicing police officers from four countries to provide a balanced, international point of view. Assessing the driving forces behind contemporary policing, this book- * Addresses day-to-day policing and the stress found in both the daily grind and the division and stigmatization of certain branches of the force * Considers ethics, corruption, and the dangers of misplaced loyalties, highlighting Australian strategies to prevent misconduct * Provides a typology of terrorism based on scope and justification and discusses appropriate counterterrorism measures, as well as the impact on other policing priorities * Introduces a temporal component to the traditional spatial emphasis of crime mapping supported by a Madrid case study and its revealing failures * Discusses restorative policing as a fundamental s

Our knowledge of the universe has increased tremendously over the last century, and our discoveries are not over - there remain scientific mysteries that the next generation of astronomers and planetary scientists will need to solve. This volume in the IGreenwood Guides to the UniverseR series covers the inner planets -- Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars -- and provides readers with the most up-to-date understanding of the current state of scientific knowledge. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, IInner PlanetsR is an excellent first step for researching the exciting scientific discoveries of the Earth and its closest neighbors. Our knowledge of the universe has increased tremendously over the last century, and our discoveries are not over - there remain scientific mysteries that the next generation of astronomers and planetary scientists will need to solve.This volume in the IGreenwood Guides to the UniverseR series covers the inner planets -- Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars, as well as the Moon -- and provides readers with the most up-to-date understanding of the current state of scientific knowledge. Scientifically sound, but written with the student in mind, IInner PlanetsR is an excellent first step for researching the exciting scientific discoveries of the Earth and its closest neighbors. IInner PlanetsR discusses all areas of the astronomical research surrounding the subject: L DBLExamines all of the processes that shape and sculpt the planets - cratering, volcanic activity, air and water, radiation, etc. L DBLDiscusses the features and characteristics of each planet in detail L DBLTells the stories of the great discoveries and scientific research into the inner planetsL The volume includes a glossary and a bibliography of useful resources for learning more about the subject.

Rising terrorism and advances in technology, along with new organizational strategies and investigative techniques, have stretched the traditional role of the police officer. Calls for strong, intelligence-driven, paramilitary policing juxtaposed with a demand for "softer" community policing, leave officers under increased pressure to be tough and resolute, yet compassionate, accountable, and adaptable. A measured analysis of these concerns is crucial to enable police officers to move forward in this increasingly conflicted world Drawn from the most important articles in Police Practice and Research, Contemporary Issues in Law Enforcement and Policing focuses on the most common issues affecting today's officers. Enhanced with an introduction and conclusion to present and weigh the arguments and consider the pragmatic aspects and challenges posed, the articles are written by academics and practicing police officers from four countries to provide a balanced, international point of view. Assessing the driving forces behind contemporary policing, this book- * Addresses day-to-day policing and the stress found in both the daily grind and the division and stigmatization of certain branches of the force * Considers ethics, corruption, and the dangers of misplaced loyalties, highlighting Australian strategies to prevent misconduct * Provides a typology of terrorism based on scope and justification and discusses appropriate counterterrorism measures, as well as the impact on other policing priorities * Introduces a temporal component to the traditional spatial emphasis of crime mapping supported by a Madrid case study and its revealing failures * Discusses restorative policing as a fundamental shift in intervention objectives, from punishment or treatment to an emphasis on repairing harm An objective look at today's trends, this book presents the most pertinent and talked-about issues in modern policing and provides perspective and direction for the future.

A wide variety of therapies have been identified that help people reverse the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. One such method is the use of natural herbs. An advantage of this approach is that herbs do not require a prescription from a medical doctor. Side effects are also usually not as problematic as seen with prescription medications. The challenge everyone faces is to figure out which herbs are useful for which symptoms and, more importantly, if using herbs of one type of another might interfere with any prescription medications. The "go to" man with answers to these questions is herbalist Andrew Bentley who is an expert in knowing which herbs to use for which Parkinson's symptoms. Have you ever wondered what herbs might be useful for people who experience tremors, excessive salivation, rigidity and depression? Andrew Bentley offers suggestions for all of these symptoms and more. Herbalist Andrew Bentley gives us the inside secrets of what herbs help provide relieve from symptoms of Parkinson's disease. He should know. Many of his patients have been diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. His patients come from as far away as New York City to see him. Herbals Medicines for Parkinson's Disease is a valuable resources for anyone looking for natural therapies that offer an opportunity to reverse neurological symptoms.

The Presentation tells the story of David who, with the help of his boss, Barbara and the enigmatic Professor Edwards, is preparing for the most important presentation of his life. In a few short days, David will have to convince the Board that his division-along with his job and those of all his staff-is worth saving. He has the data he needs, and he thinks he has a good case, but can he pull it all together in a way that will capture the Board's attention and pitch his proposal successfully, in just a few slides...? Follow David as he learns: ... that you cannot add interest to your presentation, through fancy transitions, clip art, and so on; you can only draw out the interest inherent in it by solving a problem for your audience. ... that there is a vast difference between slides designed for a large, Ballroom style presentation to inform or entertain your audience, and a smaller, Conference Room style presentation designed to persuade or sell. ... how to decide what you should include in your presentation, and what you should leave out. ... and how to design a presentation when the goal is to persuade your audience to do something: invest in your company, buy your product, approve your project, support your initiative, or donate to your organization.

Filled with hundreds of tips, techniques, and proven strategies, Making A Valedictorian can help any student achieve success in school and beyond. Chapters include quick and powerful ways to improve study, learning, and test-taking skills, note-taking, critical thinking, writing and reading abilities, memorization, oral presentations, time management, and much much more. Winner of the prestigious 2010 Outstanding Teaching of the Year Award, Dr. Goliszek has spent more than 25 years as a teacher, adviser, and mentor, sharing his strategies of what it takes to become an A student.

This wonderfully descriptive book relates to growth of not just a boy from a village in Nigeria, but of a world that seems to be swallowing the good things of past. Looking back on his life, Dr. Okoh recognizes the hand of God protecting him again and again. This is an autobiography that is poignant, intimate and unforgettable. Dr. Okoh shares magnificently detailed anecdotes that will make readers cry and laugh, and cry and laugh again. Dr. Okoh is the founder and CEO of Gilead Springs International, Inc, a non-profit Christian corporation that serves orphans of AIDS and other vulnerable children as well as widows in Nigeria West Africa. He is a natural storyteller and internationally recognized as a conference speaker and advocate for social change.

This report focuses on the income and employment effects recreational visitors to refuges have on the economies of local regions. It also details the economic impact of "ecotourism," the relatively recent phenomenon of large numbers of people traveling substantial distances to take part in non-consumptive uses of the natural environment. This report has four main sections. An Introduction details the study's overall rationale, outlines its economic concepts, and describes the methods and data sources used. The second section presents 15 sample refuge descriptions, highlighting the recreational activities enjoyed at each refuge, analyzing the regional economic factors involved, and putting the results of this analysis into perspective. A National View section discusses the overall results for the sample refuges and extrapolates them to a nationwide estimate. Finally, appendices provide background detail on the economic models used for the refuge estimates and the nationwide aggregation.

The primary purpose of this book is to answer the questions, "What kind of person kidnapped, tortured, sexually assaulted, and murdered JonBenet Ramsey? Did John or Patsy Ramsey torture, sexually assault, and murder JonBenet?" The secondary purpose is to educate criminal justice practitioners, psychologists, criminal justice students, psychology students, and the public about psychopathy and sadism in an effort to prevent more people from becoming victims. JonBenet Ramsey was only six years old when she was taken from her bed and murdered on December 25, 1996. Not only did John and Patsy Ramsey lose their daughter during a horrific murder, but they were falsely accused of the murder by members of the Boulder Police Department and the news media. JonBenet's murder remains unsolved 15 years after her death and the killer has never been brought to justice. Andrew "Lou" Smit was stricken with cancer and passed away on August 11, 2010, after this book was 90% written. Lou was a highly respected criminal investigator with the Colorado Springs and El Paso County Sheriff's Department, who had investigated 200 homicides with a 90% clearance rate. Lou played a major role during the investigation of JonBenet's death and he became the leading authority of the intruder theory. Lou shares his insight and experience in this book. Robert Whitson, Ph.D., was a law enforcement officer for 30 years and retired from the Boulder Police Department in 2005. He spent six years obtaining his doctorate degree after he retired and, because of JonBenet's murder, studied psychopathy for his dissertation. He has taught criminal justice at the college level for eight years and he shares his knowledge about psychopathy and sadism in this book. Psychopaths comprise about one-percent of the American population, but they comprise a dispproportionate rate of about 25% of the prison population. Psychopaths may be responsible for as much as 50% of violent crimes and 90% of serial killers are psychopaths. Psychopaths tend to demonstrate abnormal sexual behaviors, including sadistic characteristics. Not every psychopath will become a criminal who commits serial rapes or serial murders, but the vast majority of people who commit the most heinous and violent crimes in our society are psychopaths. After reading this book, Lou Smit and Robert Whitson believe you will agree a sadistic pscyopath murdered JonBenet Ramsey - not her parents.

This book of case studies is designed to serve as a resource guide to help higher education students apply higher education leadership and management theories to practice, and to allow them to actively engage in working through diverse institutional issues within assorted institutional contexts. Though this collection of cases was initially created to facilitate the application of theory to practice in small group discussions, individual cases can be easily utilized for more formalized written responses. The cases have been thematically organized within the following broad leadership and management categories: 1) leadership issues; 2) addressing mental health issues; 3) moments of crisis and campus safety; 4) technology in academia; 5) academic freedom; 6) campus diversity; 7) strategic planning and staffing issues; 8) working with student organizations; and 9) policy issues and fiscal tensions.