By a child-care authority and mother of an only child, this useful, knowledgeable book provides sound advice on creating an enriching environment that's stimulating and enjoyable for only children and their parents alike.
Carolyn White knows whereof she speaks." –Carl Pickhardt, author, The Everything Parent’s Guide to Positive Discipline "As an only child, now raising an only child, I am grateful for the insightful and unique perspective this book ...
An informative look at the mutual benefits, the drawbacks, and some of the challenges typical in only-child situations.
Khanna, Parul, “Why Are Indian Families Shrinking?” Hindustan Times, October 31, 2009, http://www.hindustantimes.com/why-are-Indian-familiesshrinking/article1-471292.aspx. Pearce, Fred, “World population—The ...
Author Ellen Peck here explodes the popular myth that only children are lonely, selfish, spoiled, insecure, and stubborn--that they are either grasping egomaniacs or withdrawn introverts. She shows that they...
Pickhardt sheds new light on issues that many only-child families encounter, such as: -attachment problems -conflicts between only child and parent -performance anxiety -unusually high personal expectations -feelings of entitlement ...
A prominent journalist, only child, and mother of an only child presents a case in support of one-child family life, offering perspectives on how single-child families can benefit the economy and environment while promoting child and parent ...
This work brings the research findings to the attention of parents and professionals.
This book examines only-child experience in global perspective and offers an insight into the dilemmas and challenges only-children face as adults.
This is the most approachable, current manual of its kind, with psychologist Frederick sharing his knowledge and offering practical advice while presenting fascinating findings and family stories.
To understand these birth order blues, the author, an expert in parent-child relationships, first raises parents' awareness of the impact of birth order upon children.