Family Development

Ser padre no es fácil, especialmente cuando el estrés diario dificulta mantener la calma. Para los padres ocupados que equilibran listas interminables de tareas, incluso los pequeños errores de sus hijos pueden sentirse como grandes desencadenantes. Es posible que te sientas culpable, frustrado y desesperado por un cambio, pero sin saber por dónde empezar. En Manejo de la Ira para Padres Ocupados, descubrirás una guía paso a paso para dominar tus emociones, liberarte del ciclo de la ira y crear un ambiente familiar armonioso donde tus hijos puedan prosperar.

In this remarkable recording, C. S. Lewis shows why millions of readers have acclaimed him the greatest spokesman for Christianity in the 20th century. In a resonant, baritone voice, Lewis explores the nature of the four Greek words that are translated love in English: storge (affection), philia (friendship), eros (sexual or romantic love) and agape (selfless love).

Ser padre es difícil, especialmente cuando la ira se apodera de la situación. Tal vez nunca planeaste gritar tanto, pero el estrés, la resistencia y el puro agotamiento hacen que pierdas el control más de lo que te gustaría. La culpa es real. El miedo a cómo será el futuro de tu hijo si las cosas no cambian es aún peor. Te entiendo. Amas a tu hijo, pero a veces su ira y la tuya parecen imposibles de controlar. Tal vez estés atrapado en un ciclo de reacciones explosivas, castigos que no funcionan y disculpas que no cambian nada. No estás solo.

Most child-behavior books are filled with advice that sounds reasonable, fits with what parents already believe about child-rearing, and isas Dr. Kazdin proves guaranteed to fail. The Kazdin Method for Parenting the Defiant Child makes available to parents for the first time Dr. Kazdins proven program, one backed up by some of the most long-term and respected research devoted to any therapy for children.

Take the positive parenting approach to help your child overcome defiance through this nine-step parenting plan. Does your child argue with adults, including you? Are they easily angered? Do they oppose every rule and blame others for their mistakes? Parenting can often feel like an uphill battle, especially as the child grows older. But sometimes, your child’s behavior is not always childlike. Sometimes, their uncalled-for aggression and defiance can mean something else.

From the authors of the bestselling Parenting with Love and Logic, this teen-specific resource empowers parents to raise responsible tweens, teens, and young adults without anger, nagging, or power struggles. Learn to set healthy boundaries, encourage important skills, and foster effective decision-making with empathy and grace. Designed to help you and your child grow during the challenges of the teenage years, this book addresses a wide range of real-life issues.

En un contexto en que la crianza se ha vuelto cada vez más desafiante, encontrar el equilibrio entre la disciplina y la empatía puede parecer un verdadero reto. Sin embargo, Pamela Cassis nos demuestra que sí es posible criar hijos emocionalmente saludables y felices sin perder la autoridad. Padres conectados, hijos realizados ofrece un enfoque único, innovador y humano sobre la crianza.

We live in an age of anxiety. Amidst climate change and natural disasters, a troubled economy, and one of the largest global pandemics in modern history - is it any wonder our kids are anxious and stressed out? Add in the pressures inherent in social media and consumerist culture, as well as the pressure of academic success, and you've got a recipe for disaster. The good news is that you can help your child manage anxiety and stress - no matter what life throws their way. This book will show you how.

In Hunt, Gather, Parent, Doucleff sets out with her three-year-old daughter in tow to learn and practice parenting strategies from families in three of the world’s most venerable communities: Maya families in Mexico, Inuit families above the Arctic Circle, and Hadzabe families in Tanzania. She sees that these cultures don’t have the same problems with children that Western parents do.

Ten years ago, Helen Naylor discovered her mother, Elinor, had been faking debilitating illnesses for 30 years. After Elinor’s self-induced death, Helen found her diaries, which Elinor wrote daily for more than 50 years. The diaries reveal not only the inner workings of Elinor’s twisted mind and self-delusion, but also shocking revelations about Helen’s childhood. Everything Helen knew about herself and her upbringing was founded on a lie.

Parenting with Scripture is an easy-to-use topical resource for parents who want to make the most of teachable moments with their children. It is a guide to help you train your children in how to think and apply God's word in the day-to-day.

In this remarkable self-help guide, Dr. Susan Forward draws on case histories and the real-life voices of adult children of toxic parents to help you free yourself from the frustrating patterns of your relationship with your parents---and discover a new world of self-confidence, inner strength, and emotional independence.

Many feel bombarded by images and experiences of broken families, but this is not how God intended families to be! So often we examine the traits of unhealthy families, but Gary Chapman paints a biblical portrait of what a loving, stable family looks like. He details five timeless characteristics that create a healthy family environment:

Este libro es una recopilación de historias honestas y conmovedoras que surgen desde las heridas de hijos lastimados, revelaciones profundas, como el hecho de que la presencia de un padre en los hijos es irremplazable. El padre, el primer amor de las hijas, el primer superhéroe de los hijos, el que espanta los fantasmas por las noches y simula ser caballo por el día, cabalgando con el crío sobre los hombros, la figura que se utiliza como amenaza cuando la autoridad de la madre se vuelve débil.

Do you find it difficult communicating with your spouse? Are you tired of arguing and fighting with your spouse whenever you try to communicate? Is your spouse not talking to you anymore? You are not alone. Many couples (including us) have had to deal with these communication problems at some point in marriage, and it's not fun! But don't worry. No matter what communication problems you struggle with, you can learn how to communicate effectively with your spouse today.

Si la respuesta a estas preguntas es afirmativa, sufres de una herida que va más allá de tu madre, tu abuela, e incluso de tu familia. Es una lesión generacional del colectivo femenino. La buena noticia es que la puedes trabajar y curar a nivel personal.

The Vaccine Book offers parents a fair, impartial, fact-based resource from the most trusted name in pediatrics. Dr. Bob devotes each chapter in the book to a disease/vaccine pair and offers a comprehensive discussion of what the disease is, how common or rare it is, how serious or harmless it is, the ingredients of the vaccine, and any possible side effects from the vaccine.

The boy he is will shape the man he will become give the special boy in your life a chance to be confident, responsible and socially adept without waiting another day! The gender roles are constantly changing, but some qualities are key to success across the board. Even though the world is more diverse and accepting, boys still have a few hills to climb when it comes to being in tune with their emotions.

Your struggling teenager is going to a residential or wilderness treatment program. Their addictions, learning disabilities, or emotional/behavioral issues have brought you to a moment of decision. Heartsick, anxious, and exhausted, questions bounce endlessly around your mind. Will this work? Was this really necessary? Will she ever forgive me? Can we handle him at home when the time comes? Dr. Tim Thayne delivers the answers in his groundbreaking book Not by Chance.

Dad, your new life begins in one hour. I did the homework, so you don’t have to do as much. I talked to lots of experts, and lots of dads, and lots of experts who are also dads. I read everything I could. Then I wrote and rewrote this book, filled with steps you can take to become a better dad.