Books like The rules of parenting by Richard Templar

Learn practical communication strategies to strengthen parent‑child relationships, reduce conflict, and support your own well‑being.

With the same profound insight, simplicity, and practical wisdom that have already reached tens of millions of readers, Stephen R. Covey demonstrates how the principles he introduced in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People can be used to build the kind of strong, loving family that lasts for generations. As Covey says, " When you raise your children, you are also raising your grandchildren." Covey explains that strong families don't just happen, but need the combined energy, talent, desire, vision, and dedication of all their members. Sharing insightful, often poignant or humorous experiences from his own life and from the lives of other families, he imparts practical advice on solving common family dilemmas, such as finding quality time to spend together, dealing with family disputes, healing a broken relationship and changing a negative family atmosphere. He shows how families can learn to incorporate principles into their daily lives through activities, meetings, and games that involve all family members and help to create a spirit of understanding, support, and enthusiasm.

"Every child has "ornery" moments, but more than 1 in 20 American children exhibit behavioral problems that are out of control. If you are struggling with an unyielding or combative child, this book offers you the understanding and guidance you need. Drawing on Dr. Russell A. Barkley's many years of work with parents and children, the book clearly explains what causes defiance, when it becomes a problem, and how it can be resolved. Its comprehensive eight-step program emphasizes consistency and cooperation, promoting changes through a system of praise, rewards, and mild punishment. Filled with practical charts, questionnaires, and checklists, Your Defiant, Child helps you get your child's behavior back on track and reduce family stress overall."--BOOK JACKET.

"[Offers] parents of children aged 2-13 a ... roadmap to ... discipline, highlighting the fascinating and important connection between the way a parent reacts to misbehavior and a child's neurological development"--