Black fathers vs Effective parenting for the hard-to-manage child

Black fathers

Michael E. Connor

2006

In the parlance of social psychology, social work, and urban social scientists, African American fathers have often been described as ""absent, "" ""missing, "" ""non-residential, "" ""non-custodial, "" ""unavailable, "" ""non-married, "" ""irresponsible, "" and ""immature."" It is wondered why it is/was so difficult to find literature, research, and comments regarding positive attributes of African American families in general and African American fathers in particular. This book fills a void in attempting to offer a broader picture regarding the status of African American males in a father role. Th.

Effective parenting for the hard-to-manage child

Georgia A. DeGangi

2007

Effective Parenting for the Hard-to-Manage Child is a skills-based book for parents who need practical advice from experts, without all the jargon and generalizations. The book provides specific strategies and techniques for children who are intense, highly reactive, and unable to self-calm. It integrates various treatment approaches in a clear and accessible manner, and offers the "best kept secrets" from the fields of mental health and occupational therapy. The book emphasizes key concepts and everyday activities that will help children take charge of their problems, and it is an invaluable resource for any parent faced with the challenge of a hard-to-manage child.