communication in the family

"Reveals why talking to family members is so often painful and problematic..."--Publisher.

Presents a practical guide that addresses many of the tough issues teens and parents face, and offers advice to maintaining a positive dialogue that fostered mutual respect.

A guide for parents to answer their children's questions and useful things to say when talking to their children.

Contains fifty-two easy-to-understand agendas for planning and implementing short family meetings to handle issues such as setting goals, solving problems and planning vacations and other events, as well as creating stronger family bonds and positive self-esteem in children.