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Encouraging Positive Behaviors in Today's Kids

A New Guide for Behavior Problems and Other Concerns for Counselors, Tea
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A new guide for a new age will soon be here to assist educators in dealing effectively with common problematic behaviors (such as Aggression, Defiance) and other concerns (such as Developing Empathy, Sexual Abuse Indicators) of today's kids. It presents various interventions, strategies and activities compatible with the democratic principles of the larger society (No punishment, intimidation or threats allowed!). This handbook is provided to assist kids of all ages in developing skills in self-reliance, self-discipline, and self-determination, making them good decision-makers in matters that affect their lives...a gift that will last a lifetime!
Mary Lou McCormick is a long-time teacher and school guidance counselor in at-risk schools in Texas and Nevada. She served as a Clark County School District Crisis Counselor for all grade levels for many years. She earned a Master's Degree in Education from West Texas A&M and pursued graduate studies in psychological and educational counseling at Texas Tech University.
Preface Chapter 1: Absenteeism Chapter 2: Anger & Aggression Vs. Self-Control Chapter 3: Anxieties & Fears Chapter 4: Attention & Focusing Difficulties Chapter 5: Attention-Seeking Behavior Chapter 6: Bullying & Hate Crimes Chapter 7: Child Abuse Indicators: Emotional, Physical, Sexual Chapter 8: Cooperation Vs. Defiance Chapter 9: Decision-Making Difficulties Chapter 10: Depression & Sadness Chapter 11: Divorce & Separation Issues Chapter 12: Empathy & Compassion Development Chapter 13: Following Directions Chapter 14: Following The Rules Chapter 15: Goal Setting Chapter 16: Honesty Issues Chapter 17: Listening Skills Chapter 18: Motivation Concerns Chapter 19: Organizational Skills Chapter 20: Personal-Social Difficulties Chapter 21: Problem-Solving Difficulties Chapter 22: Respect For Authority Chapter 23: Respect For Self & Others Chapter 24: Self-Discipline Chapter 25: Self-Esteem Chapter 26: Separation Anxiety Chapter 27: Sexual Harassment Chapter 28: Social Anxiety & Shyness Chapter 29: Underachievement Chapter 30: Work Completion Bibliography
Encouraging Positive Behaviors in Today's Kids is a tremendously necessary read, not only for teachers and counselors, but parents and guardians as well! McCormick provides readers with indispensable skills and strategies to inspire good conduct, help children build character, and tackle problem behaviors. This book is essential in providing educators and caretakers with invaluable tools to assist in building strong foundations in the lives of today's children!--Zayla Barron, chemical dependency counselor intern, swim instructor, soccer coach, mother, former educator, Rockwall, TX Providing up-to-date techniques and strategies along with abundant practical lessons and easy-to-do activities, Encouraging Positive Behaviors in Today's Kids is a resource that will serve as a springboard to assist students with lifelong skills in becoming self-confident problem-solvers. This valuable resource provides educators with effective methods to change problematic student behavior, thus increasing confidence, satisfaction and even love for their profession.--Jan Hartwig, MEd, former high school special education teacher, Boone, Iowa
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