Bøger af Don Fontenelle

Bringing up children today is different-and in many ways more difficult-than it was in past generations. Keys to Parenting Your Teenagers: Second Edition speaks to today's parents, with answers to today's problems. Using easy-to-read language that avoids unnecessary jargon, this guide points out ways parents can interact with their teenagers on a daily basis. Essential chapters include: ï¿1/2 Typical Teenage Behaviors and Attitudesï¿1/2 The Adolescent's Perception of the Environmentï¿1/2 What Have I Done to Cause this Behavior?ï¿1/2 How to Become a Positive Parentï¿1/2 Learning to Listen and to Understand ï¿1/2 Techniques to Avoid the Buildup of Angerï¿1/2 Techniques to Develop Trust and Responsible Behaviorsï¿1/2 The Telephone-Problem or Incentive?ï¿1/2 Drug and Alcohol Abuse Among Adolescentsï¿1/2 Do You Need Professional Help?Psychologist Don Fontenelle received his PhD in clinical psychology from Oklahoma State University and has practiced for more than a quarter century, spending most of his career working with children, parents, and teachers. He has authored thirteen books on the subject and his workshops on child/adolescent behavior have been widely praised. He is also the author of How to Live with Your Children, The Parent's Guide to Solving School Problems, and How to Be a Good Parent: By Dealing Effectively with the Most Common Behavior Problems of Children.

"This is the book to buy now and keep on hand when the inevitable school problems arise."-Linda T. Dawley, Ph.D., educational consultantThis comprehensive guide teaches parents to correct the most commonly experienced school problems. Author Don Fontenelle is a nationally recognized psychologist with more than thirty-five years of experience working with children and adolescents with educational, emotional, and behavioral problems. An invaluable resource, this book covers a range of problems, from dyslexia and mathematics disorder to anxiety and anger.Don Fontenelle received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Oklahoma State University. In private practice in Metairie, Louisiana, Fontenelle has spent most of his career helping children and their parents. His workshops for teachers and parents on child/adolescent behavior are widely praised for the positive results experienced by participants. He is also the author of How to Be a Good Parent and How to Live with Your Children, both published by Pelican.

This quick resource equips parents with the information and skills they need to deal adaptively with the countless issues associated with raising children. Rather than bogging down readers with technical language and detailed explanations, Don Fontenelle, a child psychologist, offers simple solutions. Basic, modifiable techniques are introduced alongside a number of examples that illustrate how parents can put these methods to use. Whether combating aggressiveness or hyperactivity, lying or thumb sucking, this reference provides strategies for addressing general concerns as well as specific problems. Living with children may be a challenge, but it can also be a rewarding experience when families are able to overcome the growing pains together.Don Fontenelle received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Oklahoma State University and has practiced in the profession since the early 1970s. He has spent most of his career treating children, parents, and teachers. His workshops on child and adolescent behavior have been widely praised, and he has authored thirteen books on the subject, some of which have been translated into French, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, and Arabic. Fontenelle is in private practice in Metairie, Louisiana.

"This excellent book can truly help its readers become better parents."-Patrick Dowling, M.D., child psychiatristHow to Be a Good Parent provides everything parents of children and adolescents need to know to deal effectively with the most commonly encountered behavioral issues. This book helps parents understand the causes and consequences of their child's actions and teaches them how to guide their children through development. By following Don Fontenelle's steps, parents can remain in control and reduce the confusion, uncertainty, anger, and frustrations of growing up.Don Fontenelle received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Oklahoma State University. In private practice in Metairie, Louisiana, Fontenelle has spent most of his career helping children and their parents. His workshops for teachers and parents on child/adolescent behavior are widely praised for the positive results experienced by participants. Fontenelle has authored thirteen books on the subject, some of which have been translated into French, Spanish, Chinese, Portuguese, and Arabic.