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“Adult Kids Who Don’t Want to Grow Up”

As I’ve talked about my new book, LOVING FIRMNESS: Successfully Raising Teenagers Without Losing Your Mind, several people have asked me what to do with a kid who’s no longer a teenager but still acts like one.
Researchers conclude that, in our society, “adolescence” continues into the early twenties. Just when adolescence ends and adulthood begins is hazy. So, I’d like to discuss meeting the challenges of adult children who voluntarily remain dependent...

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“Consistency is the Key to Disciplining Teens”

I remember a situation many years ago (and in a different state) where two of my sons were grounded for a very long time. Those two had broken about a dozen rules, including several relating to personal safety. But about half way through the time, I decided I’d made my point and lifted the restriction so they could attend a special activity the next week. Unfortunately, one of the boys never made it to the activity, because two days before, he slipped out of his room to watch videos with a group of buddies, without permission. The host parents, friends of ours, knew that Kid X had been grounded, so that mom called me and said, “Did you know Kid X is over here tonight?”...

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Nonfiction self help
Teenagers are part adult, part child, and part alien. "Loving Firmness" discusses connecting with your child, teaching self-control, and learning to talk to each other, as well as preparing your child for life and teaching a work ethic.
Authoritative guide for new and experienced adoptive parents. Provides timely and workable methods for building secure attachments.
Behavior modification that helps make chores and rewards concrete at any age.
Historical
The charming, inspirational, and true story of Philo T. Farnsworth, the inventor of television.
Book in Progress
If you’ve been or are a care-giver to your parents or other elderly relative, please share with me your personal insights. I welcome your thoughts on each chapter–please share according to the following chapters.
Seminar/Workshop
Attachment Issues for Families, Coping with Changing Adolescent Brains, Behavior Modification in Young Children, Behavior Modification in Adolescents, Family Relationships and Communication.
List of past Workshops and Seminars Corrie Lynne has given, and can bring to you!