'The must-have family handbook - accessible,equipping and game-changing'Anna Mathur,author of Sunday Times bestseller,Mind Over MotherDo you want to know how you can you support your child with anxietyHave you noticed changes in your child's behaviour,and you're not sure whyDon't know what you can do to helpHappy Families is your definitive guide to understanding your child's mental health,so they can survive and thrive. Whether you're afraid that anxiety is controlling your child's life,struggling with getting your child out of a low mood cycle,or you just want support on how to communicate with them,this book is here to help.Dr Beth Mosley MBE is one of the UK's most experienced and respected consultant clinical psychologists,and she works with children,young people and their families every day. In this groundbreaking guide aimed at parents of children aged 4-21,she offers a comprehensive toolkit that will help you make sense of what your child is going through and give you the hope and reassurance you need to make a change.Filled with invaluable tools,quick-fire exercises,case studies and additional worksheets,Happy Families has everything you need to protect and support your child's mental health.
Publisher: Pan MacmillanISBN: 9781035017454Number of pages: 384Weight: 590 gDimensions: 242 x 162 x 37 mm
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When children are facing a mental health challenge,Dr Beth offers what all struggling parents need: an evidence-based road map to helping your child find themselves again. Happy Families is easy to read and compassionate,and packed full of practical strategies to empower parents. In a world that seems to be increasingly filled with danger and vitriol,we need books like this to help us stay on track.The must-have,family handbook that deserves to be well thumbed and underlined. Accessible,equipping and game-changing.Happy Families is the ultimate balance of psychological expertise and practical parenting advice - an essential guide to support our children's mental health.For any parent,navigating parenthood can be one of the most important things you do. Dr Beth's Happy Families is a brilliant book. As both a parent and professional,Beth brings her expertise and knowledge within each reach of every parent,with simple to apply suggestions,tools and techniques to use in everyday family situations. She does not shy away from tackling the most difficult of subjects,including substance abuse,self-harm and suicidal thoughts,and carefully addressing them. This book is about giving parents and their children the life skills not only to survive,but also to thrive. If only such a book had been available earlier.A calming guide that gives parents the measured approach we can be missing when we can feel lost and worried for our children. Using rituals alongside connection at its core it provides families with realistic ways to support our young people with balance and without judgment.Practical,pragmatic and helpful,Happy Families is a guide that takes the fear out of understanding and supporting your child's mental health.It is a transformative book that delves deep into the intricate and profound job of raising children. With wisdom and practical insights,the author skilfully navigates the challenges and joys of raising children in the modern world,particularly when they are struggling with anxiety or low mood. From effective communication to fostering resilience and supporting children's development,the book offers a comprehensive toolkit for parents seeking guidance. It is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration,guidance,and a deeper connection with children.
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