Raising an optimistic child a proven plan for depression-proofing young children--for life / Bob Murray, and Alicia Fortinberry.
| Author/creator | Murray, Bob |
| Other author | Fortinberry, Alicia. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : McGraw-Hill, |
| Description | xv, 239 p. ; 21 cm. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from eBooks on EBSCOhost |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Introduction -- The key to parenting an optimistic child -- The neural circuitry of happiness -- The real causes of childhood (and later) depression -- Step 1: don't let your inner saboteur affect your family -- Step 2: determine a healthy balance between work and family -- Step 3: build a nexus of supportive relationships around yourself and your child -- Step 4: set up a clear process for family decision-making -- Step 5: establish rules, roles, and rituals -- Step 6: create a family culture of appropriate praise -- Step 7: develop and nurture shared values and beliefs -- Preventing the consequences of parental depression -- More optimistic parenting skills -- Overcoming attention deficit disorders without drugs -- Depression-proofing the body -- Managing difficult transitions -- Tips for blended families and single parents -- Monitoring outside influences -- Conclusion. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 221-223) and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2005030235 |
| ISBN | 0071459480 |