Family Matters
2 primary works
Book 3
Coping with Depression in Young People
by Carol Fitzpatrick and John Sharry
Published 1 January 2004
Depressive disorders can produce dramatic and frightening changes in young peoples’ behaviour, but while parents may suspect something is wrong, they are often at a loss to know what. This book shows parents how to tell the difference between the ordinary ups and downs and true depression, helping them better understand clinical warning signs and the various approaches to treatment. Dealing sensitively with how depression sometimes manifests itself—self-harm, alcohol and drug abuse, and suicide attempts—the book offers parents practical guidance on how they can reach out to their children and find professional assistance.
Book 13
This is a step-by-step guide to bringing up happy, responsible children...One of the greatest challenges any parent will face, is teaching their children the difference between right and wrong and helping them to learn good social behaviour, whilst maintaining a satisfying, loving relationship. Today, more than ever before, parents are concerned about their children's behaviour and its effect not only on the child, but also upon society. This step-by-step guide provides well researched information for parents who want to positively encourage their children and teenagers to behave well and to achieve their full potential. It is a practical guide which incorporates plenty of useful advice on issues such as: providing positive attention for children; using rewards; communicating effectively; empowering teenagers; and, negotiating rules and boundaries.