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Advice on tantrums from the author of the bestselling parenting book 1-2-3 Magic
Temper tantrums may be the most upsetting behavioral problem many parents face from their children. Tantrums! arms confused and frustrated parents with simple, easy-to-follow directions on how to best manage the problem and guide kids appropriately. Readers will learn-
The three main causes of temper tantrums
The true power of the "10-Second Rule"
The anatomy of a typical tantrum
The chief problems with attempting to reason with or distract a child
Tantrums details an effortless four-step process for marshaling tantrums, as well as guidance on how to handle tantrums in public places, allowing parents to move beyond their fears of tantrums and regain control of their own homes.
Author Notes
Dr. Thomas W. Phelan is an internationally renowned expert, author, and lecturer on child discipline and Attention Deficit Disorder. A registered Ph.D. clinical psychologist, he appears frequently on radio and TV. Dr. Phelan practices and works in the western suburbs of Chicago.
Reviews (1)
Library Journal Review
Starred Review. Phelan, of 1-2-3 Magic fame, offers another winner in the parenting literature with this brief, colorfully illustrated book focused on the dreaded tantrum. Recognizing that tantrums are a rite of passage for nearly all children, the author attempts to help parents gradually "decrease in frequency, intensity and duration" their child's outbursts, preparing for the "hell week," in which kids will get worse before they get better. He shares humorous quotes from his Facebook followers ("it takes a child seven minutes to get over a meltdown but a parent needs three hours"); the cold, hard facts ("tantrums do not mean your child is mentally ill"); and diagnostic insight into the tantrum's inner workings: veto, incubation, and explosion. Summarized in one sentence, Phelan's recommendation is that parents give one brief and firm explanation and then shut up. VERDICT The book's pleasing layout, humorous cartoons, and spot-on examples combined with its short length and affordable price make this a must-read for parents, especially those who fear they have bred a velociraptor. (Available as DVD and ebook from parentmagic.com.) (c) Copyright 2014. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.