Product Description

The Active Parenting method--which emphasizes open communication and democratic parenting--has been used by millions of parents to raise confident, cooperative children. This guide provides parents with the skills they need to communicate effectively with their teens, encourage better behavior, use positive discipline techniques and teach responsibility. Addresses today's critical teen issues, including drugs, violence, alcohol and sexuality.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #676793 in Books
• Published on: 1998-07-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 253 pages

From the Back Cover

Why is parenting teenagers more difficult today than ever before? Dr. Michael Popkin sheds light on the immense pressures today's parents and teens face and what parents need to know to help their teens survive and thrive in the 21st century. More than two million parents have used his "active"approach to help their families become happier and more productive together.

This Parent's Guide provides concrete steps for effectively handling family problems through clear, honest communication and respectful discipline. Special attention is given to today's problems of teen drug use, sexuality, and violence, providing parents with clear prevention guidelines.

This book provides hope and help for enjoying the teen years as a family!

About the Author
Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D., is one of the nation's foremost experts on parent education. A former child and family therapist, Dr. Popkin has written more than twenty books. His experience as an expert in the field of parent education includes serving on the panel "Parenting as Prevention" for the US Government Office of Substance Abuse Prevention. Dr. Popkin received his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Georgia State University.

Customer Reviews

Leader of Active Parenting of Teens Speaks
I have been a Active Parenting leader for the past 2 years. I say this so one can understand how often I read the material. There are so many ideals presented and suggestions made. I have begun using them, at my home ,and on my job (I work with troubled teens),and have seen positive results. Information is presented in a clear and concise manner. The message I have gotten is we can not control our teen, however we can infulence them , and this begins with mutual respect, support, and discipline. The book presents ways in which to begin doing so. I encourage all parents to read this book, and if offered in your area go to a Active Parenting class.

Active Parenting
I have been teaching the Active Parenting classes for over five years now. The books are wonderful and parents enjoy reading them!