Parenting & Families

From New York Times bestselling co-author of The Coddling of the American Mind, an essential investigation into the collapse in youth mental health—and a scientifically proven path to health and strength....

iCarly and Sam & Cat star Jennette McCurdy shares her struggles as a former child actor—including eating disorders, addiction, and a complicated relationship with her overbearing mother—and how she retook control of her life.

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable....

Psychologist and preeminent narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula provides a transformative guide to protecting and healing yourself from the narcissism you can’t see....

Do you have a narcissist, sociopath, or psychopath in your life, or think that you might? Do you continually feel anxious around someone in your life, but can’t pinpoint why? Listen to find out more....

Melody Beattie's insightful look into codependency has guided millions to understanding that caring for the self is where healing begins.

From number-one New York Times best-selling authors, the ultimate “parenting bible” (The Boston Globe) - a timeless, beloved book on how to effectively communicate with your child....

In this celebration of faith and freedom, Fox News Co-Host Emily Compagno shares first person accounts that show the profound role belief in God has played in the lives of U.S. military servicemembers as they served in combat from World War I to today.

The authors of No-Drama Discipline and The Yes Brain explain the new science of how a child’s brain is wired and how it matures in this pioneering, practical book....

What do "healthy boundaries" really mean? Licensed counselor, sought-after relationship expert, and one of the most influential therapists on Instagram Nedra Glover Tawwab demystifies this complex topic for today's world....

The author of Irreversible Damage investigates a mental health industry that is harming, not healing, American children....

New York Times bestselling author Lara Love Hardin recounts her slide from soccer mom to opioid addict to jailhouse shot caller and her unlikely comeback as a highly successful ghostwriter in this harrowing, hilarious, no-holds-barred memoir.

In Hold On to Your Kids, Dr. Neufeld and Dr. Maté explore the phenomenon of peer orientation: the troubling tendency of children and youth to look to their peers for direction—for a sense of right and wrong, for values, identity and codes of behavior....

Bestselling author, Harvard professor, and the Atlantic's happiness columnist Arthur Brooks shares a roadmap for finding purpose, meaning, and success as we age....

From renowned mental health expert and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) as genetically based—and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition....

Learn how to effectively raise kids with a narcissistic ex and ensure your kids are emotionally secure, mentally strong, confident, and happy.

He says he loves you. So...why does he do that? You've asked yourself this question again and again....

In a time when so many children and young adults seem to be struggling, parents are looking for help in bringing up mentally healthy kids who are equipped to thrive. Finally, evidence-based help is now available for overwhelmed parents who are trying their best but feel like they’re falling short.

As parents, you don’t have control over your kids; you can only control yourself! Therefore, you need to work on yourself and start having an enjoyable parenting experience....

Therapist and wildly popular attachment research expert Eli Harwood (a.k.a. Attachment Nerd) illuminates attachment theory as foundational to the only parenting approach proven to have a lasting impact.

The pioneering experts Tina Payne Bryson and Daniel J. Siegel now explore the ultimate child-raising challenge: discipline....

Lisa Damour pulls back the curtain on the teenage years and shows why your daughter's erratic and confusing behavior is actually healthy, necessary, and natural....

Polyamorous psychotherapist Jessica Fern breaks new ground by extending attachment theory into the realm of consensual nonmonogamy. Using her nested model of attachment and trauma, she expands our understanding of how emotional experiences can influence our relationships....

A shocking account of how vulnerable children were preyed upon by a doctor entrusted with their care....

The first book specifically for daughters suffering from the emotional abuse of selfish, self-involved mothers....

The Little Book of Parenting covers everything you need to raise happy, resilient children from preschool to adult. Focusing on your emotional wellbeing as a starting point, it enables you to support your child with a healthy foundation, the ability to self-regulate, your dynamics as a family and the importance of clear but lovingly-set boundaries and solid routines.

A young girl's life is shadowed by secrets and lies. When Willow arrives in the Allen household, curious things begin to happen. Who is the strange child dressed in outlandish clothes who refuses a mobile phone? What are the mysterious allegations that have been made about her?

Gaslighting. Love bombing. Hoovering. Triangulating. These are all insidious weapons in the narcissist’s toolkit. Narcissism can be hard to diagnose, but it is one of the hallmarks of abusive relationships. As a therapist specializing in narcissism and domestic abuse, Vanessa M. Reiser has strategies to help victims to identify, understand, and heal from abusive relationships.

Your comforting companion in the often-lonely path of caregiving.

Transform your teen's social life. You're equipping them with invaluable tools for not just surviving, but thriving in today’s social landscape. Do you wish there was a blueprint to help you address your teen's social anxiety, digital addiction, and self-esteem concerns? You're not alone. Parenting is complicated. Teen parenting takes it to the next level, particularly in today's digital world.

Unleash Calm, Competent Parenting Skills, Even if the Daily Struggles Seem Overwhelming. Do you lie awake at night, questioning if your parenting approach is helping your child or contributing to their stress? Do you frequently ask, "How can I help my child navigate educational challenges, relationships, and emotional highs and lows while managing my own stress?" Are you desperate for practical, compassionate guidance you can implement immediately? This book is designed to support parents like you who face the daily challenges of raising a child with ADHD.

For years, millions of fans have looked to the beloved role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons for fun, friendship, and entertainment. And now parents and parents-to-be can use it to gain inspiration and how-to when it comes to their most challenging and rewarding role yet. Dungeon Masters are not just expert storytellers and arbiters of the rules, they’re compassionate, creative, quick-thinking leaders who embody the same traits that make a great parent.

Trish Hinde, 35, was sexually abused by her father, Gerard King, from the age of six. Alone and scared, she internalised her trauma and began suffering from violent seizures. Her father took responsibility for her epilepsy care, even abusing her on hospital visits. Trish and her five siblings were neglected, often relying on neighbours for food and watching helplessly as bailiffs carried away their possessions. In her early teens, Trish was recklessly promiscuous and became a victim of child sexual exploitation, often finding herself in danger.

Christmas 1975 and Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody is riding high in the charts. In a residential street just outside Cardiff a loud knocking breaks the stillness of the evening. When Rob Parsons, a young lawyer, opens his door, he finds a homeless man standing before him, clutching a bag of belongings and a frozen chicken. A Knock at the Door is the true story of this homeless man who entered the home of a young couple, became a dustman and lived as part of their family for over forty-five years until his death.

After a life in care, with both good and bad experiences of the system, Hope knows all too well what the risks are for children in care as they approach adolescence. Lacking any sense of self-worth or belonging, children in care are often dismissed by the authorities as impossible to manage and, worse, perceived as children who have invited sexual abuse by placing themselves in 'dangerous' situations. Hope lifts the lid on this untold chapter of her story and the devastating effects she experienced when she reconnected with her past.

¿Listo para una crianza más pacífica? Descubre en "SIN gritar" de Carrie Khang, cómo mantener la calma y fortalecer los lazos familiares con estrategias simples y efectivas. Este libro está diseñado para ayudarte a transformar los desafíos diarios en oportunidades de conexión y aprendizaje sin elevar la voz. Transforma la crianza con "SIN gritar" – Simplifica, comunica y conecta sin perder la calma.

En este libro revelador, Barton explora profundamente la interacción entre los empáticos, personas con una sensibilidad extraordinaria, y los narcisistas, quienes se alimentan del control. Desde entender los rasgos únicos de ambos hasta desenredar los ciclos tóxicos de abuso y codependencia, Barton ofrece valiosas herramientas para liberarte de la manipulación y establecer límites saludables. Con narraciones y ejercicios prácticos, aprenderás sobre autocuidado, resiliencia emocional y asertividad para construir relaciones saludables y recuperar tu autonomía.

Penning his thoughts on the art of spiritual and mindful parenting, Om Swami sheds light on many a scenario where parents and children don't always see eye-to-eye. Believing that the right guidance at the right time can make any child recognize their true potential, the author shares some extraordinary insights based on his own knowledge gleaned from experience and various psychological studies that can help steer your child in the right direction.

You didn't apply for this job—and yet here you are—one among more than a million people this year alone who were thrust into the role of dementia caregiver. This book was purposefully designed to guide you every step of the way. It recognizes the profound challenges you face and offers a lifeline to help you not just survive, but thrive in your caregiving role.

What kind of mother abandons her child? During the pandemic, trapped at home with young children and struggling to find creative space to write, journalist Begoña Gómez Urzaiz became fixated on artistic women who overcame both society’s condemnation and their own maternal guilt to leave their children—at will or due to economic or other circumstances. The Abandoners is sharp, at times slyly humorous, and always deeply empathetic.

Solo Para Hombres es el manual divertido y con un toque irónico que todo padre necesita para navegar el maravilloso y desconcertante mundo del matrimonio. Esto no es solo un consejo; es la sabiduría transmitida de generación en generación entre padres e hijos que han descubierto el engañosamente simple secreto de la felicidad: una mezcla de esfuerzo constante, atención total y un sentido del humor inquebrantable. El matrimonio, como bien sabe todo esposo experimentado, trata de algo más que simplemente pasar los años. Se trata de prosperar juntos. Este libro anima a los hombres a ...

Libérate de la manipulación oculta y la influencia tóxica – ¡Recupera tu vida y tu poder! En Los Influenciadores en la Sombra, aprenderás todo sobre los trucos sigilosos que estas personas usan para controlarnos, desde el gaslighting hasta el bombardeo de amor.

Sarah Gormley spent most of her life trying to outrun the persistent self-loathing that plagued her from childhood, convinced that self-worth was something she had to earn by doing rather than being. When she returned to Salt Creek Farm at age forty-five, Gormley had no idea that detaching from the success she believed defined her, untangling the complicated relationship with her mother, and continuing the hard work of therapy would lead to a wildly transformed life.

Dr Cathryn Tobin helps parents to see matters from their toddler's point of view, with examples illustrating their thought patterns. Interactive Q and As and practical tips throughout the audiobook help parents to think about how best to handle a scenario, to reflect on their own parenting background, and how to communicate effectively and calmly to support their child through this key developmental stage.

If you're like most parents, you have developed your own parenting strategy—sometimes it seems to work, and other times—based on the way your child behaves—you wonder if it's working at all. There are countless ways to try to get a child's attention and to effect change—but here's the truth—unless you deal with a child through his or her heart, you are not likely to see lasting change.In this breakthrough book, Dr. Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller, RN, BSN, reveal how you can learn to truly reach your child's heart to teach, train, and build a tremendous relationship.

A jolt runs through me. I whip my head around. Is that him? Memories flood back. One unforgettable night. A simple work trip turned into an irresistible one-night stand. The moment his eyes locked on mine, all reason disappeared. His eyes were hungry, and I was desperate to feed them. I came home with more than just memories. A piece of him, but no trace of him. A fire breaks out, and suddenly he’s back. The heavy weight of revealing the truth to this stranger is crushing me. It doesn’t get any easier when I find out that he’s not the same man anymore. But how do I tell a stranger ...

Stretch that Dollar - How to Thrive on Just Your Social Security Discover the guide designed to help you embrace a life of abundance, even on a limited Social Security income. "Stretch that Dollar - How to Thrive on Just Your Social Security" is an uplifting, practical roadmap showing you how to live comfortably and joyfully, regardless of your budget. With simple, savvy strategies and real-life solutions, this book empowers you to take control of your finances, reduce expenses, and uncover hidden resources that make retirement both affordable and fulfilling. This essential guide begins ...

How to shape your Labrador into an obedient companion without the need for punishment or pricey classes, even if you're completely new to dog training Is your energetic Labrador puppy driving you bonkers? If so, then the Labrador Retriever And Service Dog Training is your essential guide to raising and training a happy, helpful Labrador retriever. Just imagine, that your once playful, energetic puppy is now your well-behaved best friend. No more chewed-up shoes or surprise puddles on the carpet, just a happy, well-trained pup who's always eager to please. And it gets even better. Picture ...

The Power of Emotional Self-Regulation: How Any Parent Can Master Emotional Control for Lasting Well-Being, Mindful Living, and Resilience is the guide every parent has been waiting for. This book helps you understand emotional regulation, its significance in parenting, and how it can transform your relationship with your children.

The Power of Silence: Protecting Your Peace explores the transformative strength of silence in a noisy world. This insightful book delves into how embracing silence can enhance self-respect, conserve energy, and help you choose your battles wisely. Through relatable stories and practical strategies, listeners will discover how to use silence as a powerful tool for personal empowerment and emotional well-being.