Effective Discipline
We offer workshops that can help:
Positive Communication to Reduce Conflict and Encourage Cooperation
Positive Parenting and Discipline Strategies in Difficult Times
Why Can’t We Just Get Along? Reduce Family Conflicts and Sibling Rivalry
Why Is My Child Acting Like This? Understanding and Defusing Challenging Behaviour
Check out our Workshops or view our Event Calendar to see what workshops are being offered at this time.
For local resources, visit the MyDufferin directory of services.
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Specific Topics
Articles
If You Focus on Control, You Have Lost the Battle – Dr. Gabor Maté, The Guardian, 2019
Punished by Rewards? A Conversation with Alfie Kohn – Ron Brandt, 1995
Reframing Explosive Behaviour – John Hoffman, The Mehrit Centre, 2017
The Case Against Time Out – Dr. Peter Haiman, The Natural Child Project
Websites
Lives in the Balance (Dr. Ross Greene)
Alyson Schafer - Common Misbehaviours
Specific Topics
Parenting Styles
Three Kinds of Parents – PDF, Barbara Coloroso
Tantrums and Meltdowns
What to Do in the Midst of an Explosion – Video, Dr. Ross Greene, Lives In The Balance
Why You Shouldn't Ignore A Tantrum – Blog Post, Reimagine Peaceful Parenting
Books
Many of our book recommendations are available through your local library! We encourage you to take advantage of the local resources available to you. If you would like to support the author, you can click the book titles below and you will be taken to the Amazon book listing for your convenience.
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Ain't Misbehavin' Alyson Schafer |
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The Explosive Child Dr. Ross Greene |
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Honey I Wrecked the Kids Alyson Schafer |
* Please note that these links are shared for information purposes only and the sharing of this information should not be construed as an endorsement or recommendation on the part of The Parent Support Network.