A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER.
The pioneering experts behind The Whole-Brain Child tackle the ultimate parenting challenge: discipline.
'A lot of fascinating insights ... an eye-opener worth reading.'—Parents
Highlighting the fascinating link between a child's neurological development and the way a parent reacts to misbehaviour, No-Drama Discipline provides an effective, compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions, and tears — without causing a scene.
Defining the true meaning of the 'd' word (to instruct, not to shout or reprimand), the authors explain how to reach your child, redirect emotions, and turn a meltdown into an opportunity for growth. By doing so, the cycle of negative behaviour (and punishment) is essentially brought to a halt, as problem solving becomes a win/win situation. Inside this sanity-saving guide you'll discover:
Complete with candid stories and playful illustrations that bring the authors' suggestions to life, No-Drama Discipline shows you how to work with your child's developing mind, peacefully resolve conflicts, and inspire happiness and strengthen resilience in everyone in the family.
'With lucid, engaging prose accompanied by cartoon illustrations, Siegel and Bryson help parents teach and communicate more effectively.'—Publishers Weekly
'Wow! This book grabbed me from the very first page and did not let go.'—Lawrence J. Cohen, PhD, author of The Opposite of Worry