Does parental monitoring make a difference? Yes. Research shows that teens whose parents use effective monitoring practices are less likely to make poor decisions, such as having sex at an early age, smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol, being physically aggressive, or skipping school. Clear communication about your expectations is especially important. Research shows that teens who believe their parents disapprove of risky behaviours are less likely to choose those behaviours. Through 25 chapters in the book, the author Seema Gupta shows parents how they can bridge the generation gap with their teenage children with the inclusion of Diary Entries, View Points, Parental Tips and Counsellor's Advice. Parental monitoring includes: 1. The expectations parents have for their teen's behaviour 2. The actions parents take to keep track of their teen; and 3. The ways parents respond when their teen breaks the rules. Parents are also monitoring when they 1. Check in with your teen by phone. 2. Get to know his or her friends and their parents. 3. Talk with your teen about how he or she spends time or whether he or she is making safe choices. Set and enforce rules for your teen's behaviour by clearly explaining the rules and consequences and following through with appropriate consequences when the rules are broken.
Do you envy that friend of yours, who is the centre of attraction in your group; who is smart and seems to know everything; who keeps shooting his views on every matter discussed under the sun. Are you fascinated by the independence enjoyed by your elders and the manner in which they conduct themselves? 'Ooh! They are so smart and confident.' you would tell yourself. Attaining their status becomes the ultimate aim for you. However, the charisma of being smart and confident is marred by the tricky problems of adolescence which seem to envelop you like a misty fog. You look upon your elders to guide you through this phase but an entire generation comes between you and them. You turn to your friends, but alas! They seem as lost as you, yourself are. You look around, but no help is in sight. At this crucial turning point in your life, our book 'Be Smarty...a guide for young minds' comes to your rescue. This book tells you how to overcome your inhibitions and Be Smarty. This book is an attempt to provide you a guide which can bring out smartness from within you. Our book not only helps you unravel the mysteries of adolescence, it takes you down the path leading to a world which belongs to you. So turn the pages and find a friend for life in Be Smarty...a guide for young minds.
Soft skills are the personal character traits or qualities each of us has. In other words, soft skills refer to a person's ability to relate to others, to get him/her and others organised, to communicate in written, spoken or other forms. Soft skills include psycho-social abilities and interpersonal skills that help people take decisions, solve problems, think critically, communicate effectively, build healthy relationships, demonstrate qualities of leadership and team building, manage time effectively, and cope with the stress and strain of life in a healthy and productive manner. This book has been divided into two parts: Intrapersonal skills and Interpersonal skills. Each part has 14 chapters. The uniqueness of this book is that besides the knowledge imparted within a chapter, the reader is encouraged to experience of an individual who has faced such a situation through "Impressions" and "Quiz It" to check the understanding of the chapter. This is an ideal book for developing soft skills in a person. The modern organisations say; it is relatively easy to infuse hard (technical skills in a person; soft skills takes years.
The secret of Hinduism's successful survival can be traced to the imaginative and colourful celebration of its festivals by the people. These joyous occasions of festivals have a powerful impact on the faith and belief of the masses. These festivals and fairs have several ramifications in the social, economical, cultural and artistic spheres.
This book, written by eminent humorist R.K. Murthi, is a collection of the most rib-tickling and thought-provoking definitions like -Don't steal, the Government hates competition.
It is a fact that Baby Care begins right from the day or before a woman conceives. We all know that a mother plays the most significant role in a child's life. So, in order to bring a new life on this earth, a woman must be physically and mentally ready to go through the pleasures and pain of the nine-month long pregnancy and the precautions and care that she should take throughout this period to give birth to a healthy and happy baby.Baby Care & Child Health Problems presents complete and exhaustive information about the various facets of Pregnancy, how a baby grows inside the mother's womb and finally comes out of the mother's body as a newborn with a bundle of joy for everyone in the family. It also deals in detail how an expectant mother should get ready by making a list and collecting all the essential items required for her and her baby before his/her arrival in the family.The book is different from other Baby Care books as it explains in a unique and stepwise manner the various phases of a mother's life with the newborn, i.e., the first few weeks when a baby routine has to be planned, then the first three to six months, the food habits and ways of feeding, the sleeping patterns and duration, baby diapers, types of baby diapers and their correct usage, bathing the baby, keeping him/her in a clean and hygienic surrounding, etc. It also deals elaborately how to clean the baby's hair, skin, nose, ears, trim his/her nails, the application of oil or cream on the baby's body by a light massage, etc., in a detailed and systematic manner.Well, that's not all. The book also provides valuable information regarding Premature Baby Care, i.e., care of the child which is born before the due period of nine months, his/her feeding habits, growth chart, health problems and various other needs with special tips from specialists and pediatricians. How to deal with the common health problems, such as flu, teething fever, common cold, nappy rash, loose motions or constipation, vomiting and asthma. The vaccinations that are required for chicken pox, jaundice, measles, meningitis, etc., have also been explained thoroughly in this book. Hence, it will certainly serve as a complete guide and handbook for all those expecting mothers and the ones who have newly stepped into motherhood.
The book deals exhaustively with the varied nuances of etiquette and good manners for all important occasions. A handy guide for people of all age-groups to constantly cultivate the acumen for polished behaviour, in order to outshine in all spheres of life. Children are inquisitive and imitative by nature. Let their perception absorb the bonhomie, cheerfulness and courtesy all around for an overall growth of their personalities. #v&spublishers
In today's time there is no more dynamic and fascinating field to either practise or study than branding, promotion and advertising. But in today's growing environment this field is undergoing dramatic changes that are changing advertising and promotion forever. The changes are coming from all sides-clients demanding better results from their advertising and promotional money; lean but highly creative smaller advertising agencies; sales promotion and direct-marketing firms, as well as interactive agencies, which want a larger share of the billions of dollars companies spend each year promoting their brands and services; consumers who no longer respond to traditional forms of advertising; and new methods that may reinvent the very process of advertising. This book is an attempt to include all these and many more similar topics related to branding and advertising in a pragmatic and simple way.
Women are naturally and have an inborn capacity to play many dynamic roles in their lives, such as that of a daughter, a wife, a mother and so on. In all these roles, she sacrifices her own aspirations and desires to make others happy. This brings stress and suffocation in her life. The author portrays 40 such situations in a housewif's life telling her how to deal with them all by herself. Certain simple aerobic exercises, morning and evening walks, meditation, listening to good music and reading a book could be some of the stress busters to bring smile on her face. The book includes tables and charts to measure ones stress levels #v&spublishers
Hard work is certainly a vital component of success, but working systematically is the key to excelling in examinations. This is where the 10 Sutras come to your aid. the precise, easy-to-follow instructions given in the book can transform your life by helping you to tap your full potential, and give your best by remaining stress-free during the examination time.
The book offers vivid and vibrant ancient epic of Ramayana which is laced with adventures, excitement, love and war in the amazing stories intertwined with the main story line.This delightfully retold epic is sure to steal your heart. Jai Sri Rama #v&spublishers
Wake up before you break up. Smoothen out the rough spots to save, strengthen and enrich your relationship by making the small changes in your perspective and attitude. Discover the secrets of happy married life. Discover the magic potion that lies in a little give, and a little take. Remember, understanding, compatibility, love and trust for each other develops over time to nurture a marriage. Just adapt and adopt the simple suggestions to make your married life meaningful. It is a must-read for young men and women about to marry, just married and couples with some years of marriage in today's changing scenario. The two authors themselves have the experience of decades of matrimony, and have been through thick and thin. The varied problems, some big, others small, prompted them to write this book to help couples in shaky boats.
Many kids announce the onset of adolescence with a dramatic change in their behaviour around their parents or elders. They begin to separate from their moms and dads and try to become more independent. At the same time, children of this age are increasingly aware of how others, especially their peers, see them and are desperately trying to fit into the current fads and trends. Moreover, there is a vast generation gap between the teenagers and their parents or elders. Times have changed and with the advent of new and modern developments in science and technology, life has become faster and easier. There has been a drastic transformation in our lifestyle, and this has in turn brought about considerable changes in our behaviour, dressing styles, eating habits, modes of recreation, etc. Hence, due to the above factors, there arises continuous conflict of thoughts, beliefs and values between the parents or elders and the teenagers irrespective of the families, religions, or strata of the society they belong to. The author in this book, Teenage Parenting has incorporated various such conflicts in the form of interesting Diary Entries from the diaries of different parents and teenagers reflecting their views and grievances on several subjects. Each of the Diary Entry is followed by a Parental Tip advising parents to deal intelligently and patiently according to the issue concerned. This is further complemented by an expert advice of a Counsellor, who acts as a judge providing an impartial and amicable solution to the problem in each case. So, this is a 'must read' for both the youngsters of today and their parents to bridge the generation gap which is deepening day by day. #v&spublishers
Discover the bilingual** e-Book, "Financial Market Operations" specifically tailored for B.Com 6th Semester students in U.P. State Universities. Published by Thakur Publication, this invaluable resource aligns with the common syllabus, providing a comprehensive understanding of differential equations. With its bilingual format, you can navigate through the intricacies of mathematical concepts effortlessly. ** द्विभाषी पुस्तक (bilingual book) - जो दो भाषाओं में लिखी हुई पाठ सामग्री (text content) प्रस्तुत करती है, हमारी द्विभाषी पुस्तक (अंग्रेजी-हिंदी की द्विभाषी पुस्तक) में अंग्रेजी पाठ, पृष्ठ के एक ओर (left side column) दिया रहता है, जबकि समानार्थक हिंदी अनुवाद दाईं ओर के कॉलम (right side column) पर दिया जाता है.
The book examines the various aspects of non-financial central public sector enterprises (PSEs) in India, for a period from 1986-87 to 2010-11. The analysis is based on all the key financial ratios; namely, profitability, efficiency, liquidity, leverage and productivity. Liberalization and globalization have caused competition in India and have lowered the profit margins. At the same time, Indian government has reduced subsidies and budgetary support for PSEs to curtail their own fiscal deficit. Strategic and economic reforms were also introduced in PSEs to make their operations commercially profitable so that they are not dependent on the government to meet their financial requirements on the one hand, and have their own earnings to finance their expansion/modernization requirements as well as their social obligations, on the other. To what extent, the PSEs have succeeded in this objective constitutes one major aspect of the present research work. The other equally important aspect examined is financial performance of the PSEs which have opted for disinvestment and have signed memorandum of understanding (MoU)/ self obligations. The Indian Government has desired the central PSEs to be profitable in their operations in post-liberation era of 1990s. For this purpose, two major instruments, namely, disinvestment and MoUs, were introduced. This book examines, in detail, financial performance of PSEs which had opted for disinvestment and have signed MoU. Based on analysis/ findings and literature on the subject, the book contains some concrete suggestions that would prove extremely helpful to Indian Government to further improve their financial performance.
Every woman is capable of striving for perfection and success, if only she realises her true potential. But most women are simply not aware of their true capabilities and qualities, which can only be realised after proper self-assessment. The book helps you analyse your attitude, aptitude and abilities. This self-awareness will play a crucial role in ensuring success and happiness in your personal and professional life through total Personality Development. The book offers: *Over three-dozen Quiz Books/Puzzles/Brain Teaserszes and questionnaires that will help you to analyse your strengths and weaknesses. *Sugestions to boost your strengths and overcoming weaknesses. *Tips and practical guidelines to help you to become just that - the Perfect Woman.
Behaving in the workplace with courtesy and respect is an essential element in the corporate world. To ensure proper etiquette, office manners must be observed at all times. Most of these conducts were introduced to us while we were still young. Still some of the things always need a reminder. Written by the well known author, psychotherapist and counsellor, Seema Gupta, this book is a complete guide on the correct manners and etiquette that a person should practice at all times, especially at workplace to develop an appealing personality. What should be the dress code and posture, his language, his way of greeting people, his conduct while working with his colleagues in office or at home, telephone manners, written communication, etc., all these and many more have been discussed by the author. By reading this book, you can learn the elements of polished mannerisms and etiquette that can impress people instantly and help you become a winner in whichever field you are in.! This book is a must for all those who aim to make it big in their lives and win everyone's heart.
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