Science-Based Strategies for Raising Resilient Kids
Every parent has pondered "nature vs. nurture" questions. How much of my child's personality and behavior is inborn? How much is learned? This important new book written by behavioral scientists who are also mothers has answers. This book offers the best parenting practices to foster resilience by encouraging children's social-emotional ......
This book provides science-based facts and practical tools to help readers develop healthy lifestyles to optimize their cognitive abilities, mental health, and physical functioning at any age.
Painful latch, delayed milk, low supply, oversupply, infections, and tongue-tie are just some of the issues that can imperil breastfeeding. Postpartum anxiety and depression can make things even harder. This book aims to help expectant and new mothers reach their breastfeeding goals and care for their babies with confidence. While new motherhood ......
Teaching Honesty to Children at Every Age and Stage
Lying is a healthy and inevitable part of child development. But when do lies become a problem? In this book, psychologist Victoria Talwar presents practical, science-based strategies to address lying and foster truthfulness in children, from early childhood to the teenage years.
What It Is, Why It's a Problem, and What You Can Do About It
Drawing on the latest theory and research, this book explains why people procrastinate, and provides practical, evidence-based strategies to help you stop delaying, complete your tasks, and fulfill your potential.
Sharing stories and advice rooted in the science of evolutionary psychology, father and son authors Doug Kenrick and David Lundberg-Kendrick pinpoint the dangers of stone-age problem solving for our lives today, and present a new, systematic way to survive and be happy in the modern world. Over millennia, we humans have evolved a set of ......
Survivors of childhood sexual abuse can use this book to begin a recovery journey informed by accurate understandings about complex trauma, and healthy practices rooted in positive psychology.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Improving Police Officer Wellness, Ethics, and Resilience
Offers practical strategies for police officers to use on- and off-duty to improve wellness, strengthen ethical commitments, and boost resilience. The book demonstrates a research-based approach to dealing with the challenges faced in law enforcement, and provides personal and professional steps to take on-duty and off-duty to optimize your ......
Written by leading mental health professionals, this warm and accessible parenting book for children with chronic illnesses offers clear, practical guidance for all aspects of the journey. The book places your psychological well-being front and centre, so you can be the best caregiver possible for your child.
