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your defiant child 8 steps to better behavior
every child has ornery moments but more than 1 in 20 american child ren exhibit behavioral problems that are out of control . for readers s truggling with an unyielding or combative child your defiant child e ight steps to better behavior offers the understanding and guidance th ey need . drawing on dr. russell a. barkleys many years of work with p arents and children the book clearly explains what causes defiance w hen it becomes a problem and how it can be resolved . the books compr ehensive eight step program stresses consistency and cooperation prom oting changes through a system of praise rewards and mild punishment . readers learn tools and strategies for establishing clear patterns o f discipline communicating with children on a level they can understa nd and reducing family stress overall . filled with helpful charts qu estionnaires and checklists your defiant child helps parents get thei r childs behavior back on track and restore harmony in the home .