Problem Child or Quirky Kid?: A Commonsense Guide for Parents [Paperback]

Rita Sommers-Flanagan (Author), John Sommers-Flanagan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 2002

Many parents wonder, "Is my child normal?" They may be concerned about their child’s behaviors, attitudes, feelings, or general development. They may worry if their child doesn’t seem to be fitting in socially, isn’t happy, isn’t getting along with others, or seems overly anxious, fearful, sad or angry. This book gives parents the advice, reassurance, and practical knowledge they need to help their child and themselves. Drawing on their years as counselors and teachers, the authors consider what’s "normal" and what might not be "normal." They cover common childhood problems and suggest remedies for parents to try at home. After describing difficulties that might be more rare and serious, they explain the world of mental health professionals, then offer ideas for getting oneself and one’s child ready to take advantage of professional help. The message throughout is clear: What’s best is when our children are neither normal or abnormal, but simply able to live well.

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From the Publisher

Problem Child or Quirky Kid? has been selected by The National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) as a winner of the 2003 Parenting Resources Gold Award.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing (November 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575421216
• ISBN-13: 978-1575421216
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #475,000 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Shirley Johnson- MidWest Book Review, April 15, 2003

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This review is from: Problem Child or Quirky Kid?: A Commonsense Guide for Parents (Paperback)

I truly wish I had this book in my hands during the time I was raising my three children. Being divorced, remarried, having
an asthmatic child, one that had epilepsy, and one that dealt with extreme anger,this would have been a God sent.

Written in a simple, yet concise way, this book deals with many of the problems that
parents face each day with their children.
Be it fears, eating and sleeping problems, social behavior, or more serious topics, they are covered in this book.

I feel this work should be in every home.
It will calm your fears and help you to recognize when you do need to seek help.
A very good read, with practical help that
all parents will embrace.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very highly recommended for concerned parents, January 6, 2003

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This review is from: Problem Child or Quirky Kid?: A Commonsense Guide for Parents (Paperback)

Collaboratively written by clinical psychologists and educators Rita Sommers-Flanagan and John Sommers-Flanagan, Problem Child Or Quirky Kid? is a straightforward, parent-friendly, "common sense" introduction and guide to the nature of significant childhood problems in terms of what is normal and what is not. Problem Child Or Quirky Kid? deftly addresses such issues as hyperactivity, childhood trauma, disobedience, suicidal tendencies, alcohol and drug use, chronic anger, socially crippling shyness, radical mood swings, and more. Thoroughly researched and offering solid, reliable information, Problem Child Or Quirky Kid? is very highly recommended for concerned parents who find their children exhibiting what seem to be unusual, detrimental, or worrisome behaviors.