How difficult is it for us parents to be both good and remain steadfast in our positions? Dr. Jane Nelsen, a distinguished psychologist, educator, and mother of seven, teaches parents and educators that the key to effective parenting is not punishment but mutual respect.

Set against the backdrop of typical families but also referencing single-parent and foster families, the author shows us with realistic examples how a three-year-old or a rebellious teenager can learn to operate with self-discipline and cooperation without losing their identity.

Within its pages, you will discover how to:

• bridge communication gaps
• dissolve everyday friction
• avoid the pitfalls of excessive praise
• strengthen the message of love you want to convey
• build on strengths and not weaknesses
• accept responsibilities without losing their self-respect
• teach children not what to think, but how to think
• enhance cooperation at home and in school
• respond properly to the challenges of a difficult adolescence

Effective Parenting is aimed at all of us who want to help our children on their journey through life, but also to change as parents. If you truly want to develop your relationship with your child, then this book is for you.