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Six-Point Plan: for Raising Happy, Healthy Children

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Dr. Rosemond is clearly a scientist-practitioner, unafraid to say what is scientifically supported in spite of what may be unpopular. He delivers the message in common-sense terms, however, with very clear examples for implementation of some solid parenting principles.

I'd have to agree with about 95% of what is said in this book. My only reservation is that he might overstate his case on some issues... but that is OK, in my opinion, because so many of the social pressures and pop-psych influences on parents today need to be countered with good, well-supported approaches.

What I know of behavior (I am a psychologist) indicates that his approach is sound; the perfect guilt-removal tool to help parents help their children develop independence, creativity, and conscience. He alludes to some of psychology's best research to support his claims, much more than many other "parenting" books can even hope to do.

If you have or are having children, READ THIS BOOK! It will prevent a lot of problems down the road.

I have read several of Rosemond's books on parenting, and this remains my favorite. I have followed his advice in eliminating tv from my kids' lives and have never regretted it. Both are excellent readers with long attention spans and vivid imaginations. Rosemond's advice on putting one's marriage before the children may seem harsh, but it is really GOOD for children to know that they don't run the show. Kids are happier, better adjusted, and less spoiled this way. His views on toys, chores, and discipline have also greatly influenced me. I strongly recommend this book.

John Rosemond has hit the nail on the head. This book addresses most of the problems we were having with our own kids (ages 6 and 3),including why they were increasingly difficult and disrespectful even after we were giving them the extra attention we thought would bring them out of it. We've been complaining for a long time that our oldest child wouldn't play by himself, and never realized that the toys we bought him to play with were actually part of the problem. We especially liked that Rosemond, after recommending a method for correcting a behavior, will tell you that it's probably not going to work the first couple of times -- he's a realist. Most other books offer "try this and you'll be successful right away" quick fixes. No wonder we felt like nothing would work. John Rosemond writes in an easy to read, straight-forward, learn by example method. This is a great resource, and a great empowerment tool for parents who feel controlled by their children.

Out of all the parenting books I have read, this one has been the BEST one. I've tried everyting else and nothing has worked, but as soon as I implemented John Rosemond's 6 Point Plan, I have seen major changes. If you want your children to respect you, listen to you, and feel they are an important part of your family then get started today. The most important part about the 6-Point Plan is being consistent. Children will test you over and over again just to see if you will bend the rules. It takes time and dedication to go through with this plan, but in the long run it will be worth it. Just stick to it! I started out this plan by writing down 3 behaviors that I wanted to eliminate and posted them on the fridge. Then I listed all their privileges, such as going outside, computer, etc. Then I wrote down the consequences, which I got from the book, such as 10 minute timeouts, taking away a privilege, 1/2 an hour earlier to bed and so forth. After I explained the "offenses", "consequences" & "privileges" I started the plan. Well, my son son lost almost all his privileges in 10 minutes, because he did not believe I was serious. However, I stuck with it, and did not give in....consistency! Now he has not lost a privilege in 2 days!!! We've also reduced T.V. time to 1/2 an hour a day, and now they find other ways to amuse themselves, another key point in the book. And in addition to the offenses, consequences and privileges listed on the fridge, I've also listed simple daily chores, such as making the bed, setting the table etc. Once a week they are responsible for other chores around the house, another point found in the book. So if you want happy, healthy children, read this book, implement the 6-Point Plan and add a lot of love.....and you will be happy and healthy too!

Mr. Rosemond doesn't say anything incredibly new or earth shattering. He brings back old ideas that people did naturally before the "new science of parenting." It seems like the more parents I listen too, I hear extremes on raising children. Mr. Rosemond reminds us that there is a middle ground. My daughter is only 2 and we have used this middle ground full of common sense and have had fantastic results with our little girl. If your a parent and feel overwhelmed by all the advice floating around out there about parenting, I would highly suggest you read this book. It will bring you back down to earth and give you some middle ground. He takes logical and intelligent approaches to self-esteem, spanking, television, chores and allowance to name a few. It's quick read, like hearing old wisdom from a generation before us. Highly recommended!

My husband and I are both doctors, and every day we see unruly, disrespectful children who completely manipulate their parents. (Imagine bargaining with a two-year-old over whether she will receive her shots or not!) We also see a lot of frustrated, frazzled, and confused parents who wonder how, despite loving their children and doing everything for them, they ended up with such monsters! This book took everything we were thinking and summarized it into a useful, concise guide to child rearing. I strongly recommend it for anyone who actually wants well behaved, secure, happy children who don't rule the roost.

This is the one!!! I have read almost every parenting bookrecomended on TV or in magazines, but no more. The"lightbulb" came on when I read this book. Finally, an approach that makes sense! After reading this book, I read almost all of John Rosemond's other books and have applied his methods in our home. What a difference it has made in the kids' behavior! Things are a lot less stressful at our house now! Order this book NOW and it will change your life for the better! By the way, many people think Rosemond's techniques involve iron-fisted control over your kids (and spanking); nothing could be further from the truth. Please read the book. You'll be glad you did!

John Rosemond delivers simple, straightforward, common-sense advice. What's so amazing is that we would need his insight to refocus on some of the central truths about children, parents and the family. He zeros in on many mistakes most parents make (out of the best of intentions), and helps refocus the reader's attention on the true goal of child-rearing: helping your child become independent, responsible and competent. While his style may unfortunately stray toward the "back in the good old days" school, his message rings true, and his techniques work. Don't miss this one--it is a great and wonderful book (whether you have the courage to implement some of his tougher suggestions is up to you--I'll be keeping my TV, but hopefully let it cool off a bit more). You owe it to yourself and your children to read this book.

I have 4 of John Rosemond's books and this is the best and most practical one. It utilizes the same philosophy in child-rearing as the others, but it gives you practical steps that you can begin employing immediately. If you do nothing other than cut out the amount of time that your children spend staring at the tube, then your life will be significantly easier. I had never imagined that using the TV as an electronic babysitter was actually self-defeating. However, Dr. Rosemond clearly explains why the TV actually lowers the attention span of a child and stunts their development of creativity, no matter how educational the program may be. It made sense. When I cut out the TV, my 4 yr old whined about being bored for a while but soon found something else to do. Now, my life is heaven! He used to constantly ask me to play with him and now he rarely does. He amuses himself with anything available! I can cook, clean and spend personal time without interruption. It's a miracle (smile)! Unfortunately, it's a little late for my 16 yr old. However, he's no longer addicted to the TV, it's the computer now. Don't have to worry about him wanting to spend time with me either :-) However, all of the other points in this book apply to him as well. But I need extra help for him so I'm also reading "Teen Proofing".

Before my husband and I had children we would watch other families in the grocery store or restaurants etc and state that our children would never act like that. Children in todays society are more self-centered and rude than I ever remember myself or my friends being as we were growing up. Well guess what? Our children, ages 5 and 3, have begun acting like those other children despite all the "quality time", reasoning and respect we have given them. After implementing just a few changes in our approach to discipline, TV viewing and family time, more importantly "mommy and daddy time", we have noticed dramatic differences in our children's behavior as well as our marital relationship. Today's popular parenting philosophies just don't work. We need to teach our children responsibility for themselves and their actions and provide them with the love, security and guidance they desperately need. Mr. Rosemund's approach works. I highly recommend this book to any parent and family.