Severe, Sal creator text LondonGB Vermillion 2000 monographic xii, 174 p. Streses the need for parents to examine, and even modify their behaviours, if they will cultivate confident, well-adjusted children. Emphasizes the importance of both parents' involvement in a child's life, as well as the need for consistencey between parents. Distinguishes between punishment and discipline, and explores topics including: how children learn their behaviour, and the need to re-inforce positive behaviour and attitudes in children. Provides strategies and techniques for dealing with various parenting challenges including: managing misbehaviour; helping children to cope with violence in schools, divorce, living in a blended, or extended family unit, and peer pressure. 11/12/02 M2L LRC 05.03.02 S498