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3 Steps to a Strong Family by Linda Eyre and Richard Eyre
AUDIOBOOK: This guide provides parents with a 3-step program to improve family communication and give children a sense of consistency and security. $11.90
What to Expect When You're Expecting By Heidi Murkoff, Arlene Eisenberg, Sandee Hathaway
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Stressed Out Kids by Margaret Wheatley
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Recently, I've been noticing many disturbing indicators from the lives of American children. Here are just a few incidents that I've noted.
- A New Jersey school system decided to give all children one free night with no scheduled activities. They had to plan for this six months in advance.
- Elementary school children are developing back and neck problems normally not seen until adulthood.
These physical ailments are caused by their school backpacks. The packs often weigh about twenty pounds; the children often weigh about 60 pounds.
- Fourteen hundred college students died this past year as a consequence of binge drinking. Out-of-control college drinking on campuses has become so serious that Congressional hearings have been held about it.
- My thirteen year old granddaughter explained to me how she needs to know her weekly schedule, otherwise she can't cope with the anxiety and develops headaches.
By themselves, each of these incidents might mean nothing, but together they paint a disturbing picture. I believe they are indications of the fact that children's lives have become miniature versions of our own adult lives. We seem to be acculturating our children to be constantly busy, to be burdened by schedules, to become so stressed that they seek inappropriate ways to release that stress.
Long before they start school, children develop schedules of their own, moving from one coordinated activity or program to another We no longer have to wait till adulthood in order to feel over-committed and overwhelmed.
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WHAT'S A MOTHER WORTH? by Riane Eisler Comments (2) The caring work of a mother is worth over $100,000 per year. Read about how caregivers are labeled as "economically inactive" and how change in this area needs to happen and where it is currently happening.
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The Effect of Anger on Families by AAMFT Family ties are one of the strongest contributors to individual character development. Many of us spend years trying to understand, erase, or copy the influence of our family unit. When anger is part of a family’s tradition, it spreads itself much like a virus to future generations. The wider the spread, the more difficult the anger is to contain.
“Adjusting to Parenthood” By Dr. Phil
Having a child is a major lifestyle realignment that can be very stressful. Dr. Phil offers advice on how to make the transition smooth for both parents and how to be the best you can be in your new role as a parent. free
“Let’s Talk Facts About Common Childhood Disorders” by the APA
A great brochure in .pdf form of facts for parents. The APA says the key to handling mental disorders of children is to recognize the problem and seek appropriate treatment. free, .pdf
“Communication Tips for Parents” by APA
- Be available for your children
- Let your kids know you're listening
- Respond in a way your children will hear
- Parenting is hard work (and much more) free
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Stressed Out Kids 
WHAT'S A MOTHER WORTH? 
The Effect of Anger on Families by AAMFT 
