The Difficult Child by Stanley Turecki, M.D. with Leslie Tonner Rev Rei edition Published by Bantam Doubleday Dell Pub Paperback, 258 pages Publication date: October 1,1989 Dimensions (in inches): 0.62 x 8.19 x 5.19 ISBN: 0553344463 Order This Book

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An expanded edition of the new child-care classic welcomed by both parents and professionals for both its groundbreaking insights into problem behavior and its compassionate, practical advice.

From the Back Cover

Tempermentally difficult children confuse and upset even experienced parents and teachers. They often act defiant, stubborn, loud, aggressive, whiny or hyperactive. They can also be clingy, shy, negative, picky and impossible at bedtimes, mealtimes, and in public places. But even the worst behavior any not be your child's fault or yours, either!

Based on the highly successful Difficult Child Program, Dr. Tureki developed for Beth Israel Medical Center in New York City, his step-by-step approach shows you how to:

• Identify your child's difficult tempermanent, using a nine-point evaluation to pinpoint specific difficulties.
• Manage typical conflict situations expertly and kindly
• Make discipline more effective and get better results with less punishment
• Get the support you need from schools, doctors, and other parents
• Understand the special issues of the hyperactive child
• Make the most of the creativity and positive potential of the difficult child

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