Parenting Behavior

In prospective, long-term research with over 700 couples, Gottman has discovered certain factors that distinguish happy, stable couples from both unstable, ultimately divorcing couples and stable but unhappy couples. These findings, which are explained here in understandable, nontechnical language, form the basis of his Sound Marital House theory of marriage, which guides the new therapy. This therapy has two goals: changing the marital friendship and teaching couples to regulate conflict.

*Updated 2025 Edition *Introducing: Comprehensive, Effective Tips for Co-Parenting With A Covert NarcissistDid the abuse ramp up after the divorce? Is he making co-parenting a nightmare, or worse – are his actions affecting the children, too? Are you having trouble communicating with him while still respecting your boundaries? You’re feeling manipulated, angry, sad, and you might even still be grieving the loss of your marriage (which is totally normal!) – and this book is here to help. It includes COMPREHENSIVE tools reviewed by a mental health counselor that really work.

Entrepreneurs often have a burning need to succeed. But that same relentless brilliance that propels you in your career can take a toll on your teams, personal relationships, and even your health. Gino Wickman, bestselling author of Traction, teams up with mindfulness expert Rob Dube to help listeners strike a crucial balance between those inner and outer worlds while taking their success to new heights.

Researchers have found that the accelerated pace of modern office life is taking its toll on productivity, employee engagement, creativity and wellbeing. Faced with a relentless flood of information and distractions, our brains try to process everything at once, increasing our stress, decreasing our effectiveness and negatively impacting our performance.

In this fourth edition of her perennial bestselling book, Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka utilizes her deep experience to address the pressures previous generations of parents didn’t have to consider. Her empathy and effective advice are exemplified in the introduction of her new and easy to apply...

Deliberate Discomfort follows the journey of Jason Van Camp as a new Green Beret commander taking over a team of combat-hardened Special Forces veterans. This true story tells firsthand the intense, traumatic battles these warriors fought and won, sharing lessons learned from their incredible backgrounds. A cadre of scientists further break down each experience, translating them into digestible and relatable action items, allowing the listener to apply these lessons forged under fire to their own lives.

Manipulation is a powerful tool, and it's not always easy to spot a manipulator. Manipulators can be very convincing, and they often get away with their behavior because people don't know how to spot them. But with the right tools and knowledge, we can learn how to protect ourselves. That’s where this audiobook comes in—it will help you learn how to analyze people and master human behavior, so you can spot a manipulator from a mile away! With this information, you can help protect yourself and those around you from being taken advantage of.

The current model of parental discipline is as outdated as a rotary phone. Why don't our kids do what we want them to do? Parents often take the blame for misbehavior, but this obscures a broader trend: in our modern, highly connected age, children have less self-control than ever. About half of...

Carol Fleming wants to show you that small talk is not as “small” as you might think. It’s the foundation of every relationship, professional and personal. It is the sound of people reaching out to each other, searching for similarities, shared interests, goodwill, connections, and friendship. And it’s something we all do every day with people we know. It’s just the one little bit about strangers that throws some people off. Graceful social conversation can be learned, even by those requiring the smallest of baby steps.

We all need to think more like entrepreneurs. Seeking and seizing opportunities, boldly taking risks, quickly changing course - achieving success today requires the kind of action-first, fake-it-'til-you-make-it ethos celebrated in the tech industry. This formula is not typically a female one. Women tend to be cautious. We overthink our next moves, become paralyzed by fear, and simply don't act. We might be safer...but we're also stuck.

As a counselor, therapist, parent, or caregiver, you play a crucial role in the development and well-being of children. Yet amidst the flood of information, finding effective, research-backed techniques tailored to diverse needs and ensuring therapeutic goals balance with fun can feel overwhelming. Imagine transforming your child’s playtime into powerful moments of growth and resilience-building using culturally diverse activities that address their unique needs.

Living with anxiety, depression or struggling with a mental health condition can feel like you’re constantly being thrashed around by strong emotions. On top of the regular challenges of everyday life, it can be exhausting to deal with these emotions. The truth is there is no simple solution to struggling with emotional regulation. As hard as it is, this has be accepted but despite this we can still begin to change.

DBT Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills 7 in 1 might be the breakthrough you’ve been searching for. This comprehensive guide dives deep into DBT—a scientifically proven method that’s helped thousands regain emotional balance, build resilience, and live with more clarity and purpose.

A veteran clinical psychologist exposes why doctors, teachers, and parents incorrectly diagnose healthy American children with serious psychiatric conditions. In recent years there has been an alarming rise in the number of American children and youth assigned a mental health diagnosis. Current data from the Centers for Disease Control reveal a 41 percent increase in rates of ADHD diagnoses over the past decade and a forty-fold spike in bipolar disorder diagnoses. Similarly, diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder has increased by 78 percent since 2002.

An innovative somatic and attachment-based treatment for working with children and adolescents who suffer from complex trauma and neglect "[This] is a ground-breaking new approach to treating traumatized children, based on the combination of keen clinical observation, sensory integration, and a...

Learn how to leverage dark psychology and emotional manipulation techniques to get what you want out of people. This bundle contains volume one, two, and three in one audiobook!

Written and read by #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Becky Kennedy, That's My Truck! A Good Inside Story About Hitting, tackles one of the most common parenting challenges head-on. Thats My Truck! offers an immersive audio experience, fully sound designed to enhance your enjoyment...

Discover how to redefine your family dynamics by tackling Oppositional Defiant Disorder head-on, even if it feels overwhelming. Here’s the good news: ODD doesn’t have to derail your family’s happiness. You can manage it effectively and create a better home environment. This book offers practical tips for communication, emotional support, and behavior management to help you restore balance.

Has your little pal become the enemy? Are you battling to contain rebellion without crushing his spirit? Do his moodiness and antagonism constantly disrupt your household? As co-founder of The Children’s Education Centre in England, Bukky Ekine-Ogunlana’s passion for helping youth has guided her approach to teaching. Now this community leader shares how all moms and dads can steer their young men into well-adjusted, responsible adulthood.

Looking for a book to help you demystify autism? You've found it! This book handles the subject of autistic spectrum disorder with the care and clarity that it deserves. Finally, you will learn how to discern facts from myths regarding this heavily stereotyped disorder. Even more, you will know the best diets and supplements for your loved one who is on the spectrum.