Emotionally Intelligent Parenting: How to Raise a Self-disciplined, Responsible, Socially Skilled Child - Softcover

Daniel Goleman's bestseller "Emotional Intelligence" opened a new way of thinking about the skills necessary for meeting life's challenges. Expanding on the insights brought to light by the same research project, this book presents parents with many practical, realistic ways to help children develop the qualities of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, control of impulsive behaviour, co-operative work habits, care for themselves, and sympathy for others. Full of examples, exercises and tips, the book acknowledges the often chaotic reality of home life as well as the difficulty of drawing strict boundaries between thoughts, feelings and actions. An eminently practical guide, this book aims to help parents bring the joys of emotional intelligence into family life.

Maurice Elias PhD is professor of psychology at Rutgers University and is a nationally recognised expert on child and parental problem solving. Steven Tobias, Doctor of Psychology, is an expert on Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder and has co-authored 2 books with Maurice Elia. Brian Friedlander PhD is a full-time school psychologist. He has also developed several database applications for school psychologists and administrators, and has written numerous articles on the use of technology in helping students develop social problem-solving skills.