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Active Parenting of Teens, Parents Guide
by Michael H. Popkin, Ph.D.
Active Parenting Publishers, Inc.
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 o f 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!
The Active Parenting method— which emphasizes open communication and democratic parenting— has been
used by millions o f 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.
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kit based on a series o f workshops developed by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. Faber and
Mazlish (coauthors o f Siblings Without Rivalry’) provide a step-by-step approach to improving
relationships in your house. The “Reminder” pages, helpful cartoon illustrations, and excellent
exercises will improve your ability as a parent to talk and problem-solve with your children. The
book can be used alone or in parenting groups, and the solid tools provided are appropriate for
kids o f all ages.
The ideas are simple and effective. They build sel f-esteem and keep the avenues o f communication
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