Why do some families work better than others? What are the ingredients for a fulfilling family life? In this wide-ranging and practical book, respected counsellor and agony aunt Suzie Hayman explains how you can make your family work, whatever stage of life you are in. This book is about you and your family - your development, your children's development, your relationships not only with your partner and immediate family but with those who raised you and those you care for and about. We'll be looking at the vital questions; How do children develop? How do families bond? How do our experiences as children help or hinder us later in life? What happens in your family of origin to give you and the best start and continuing opportunities, and how do those influences affect your ability to help your own children go on to thrive and develop? What are the issues that come up in everyday life between you and your family, and how may understanding why you behave and feel the way you do allow you to control what happens, for the best?
No-one has ever said on their deathbed 'I wish I'd spent more time at the office'. But we all have regrets - losing touch with people, not spending enough time with our family - things that seem insignificant at the time but actually make a huge impact on our wellbeing and other peoples' lives. In this book, trusted counsellor and agony aunt Suzie Hayman sets out a 7-step action plan for living a life free from regrets and toxic decisions. From making more time for your children to keeping in touch with friends, this book is a roadmap you can follow on both a daily basis and in the long term, making small changes that will dramatically improve the way you feel about your life.
- offers you insight into your teenager's world - gives you the confidence and skills you need to tackle difficult issues - teaches you how to communicate and negotiate with your child - helps you help them towards a confident and happy young adulthood "Parenting Your Teenager" gives you advice and encouragement to help you manage your child's adolescence, and turn these years of conflict into happy, hopeful times. It shows you how to improve communication with your teenager, giving you the insight to tackle all the areas of conflict calmly and confidently, and helping your child become a strong, independent adult. Written by a leading counsellor who has trained as a teacher and worked with hundreds of teenagers and families like yours, it also offers plenty of real-life stories and sources of further help for anxious or concerned parents.
Be a Great Single Parent: Teach Yourself offers a step-by-step, sensible and jargon-free guide to all the things that most concern you, from what being a single parent means to you and your child emotionally, how to cope with the practical realities day-to-day, and how to socialise with parents like yourself and benefit from the many support networks available. There will be plenty of expert emotional support and useful advice for fathers, mothers and other family members whatever their domestic situation, and relevant do's, don'ts and further resources throughout NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of navigating the role of single parent. THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.
According to statistics, one in three people in the UK today is likely to be involved in a step-family at some point in their life. In Step-Families, Suzie Hayman looks at the problems that may arise as a result of this life-change and offers strategies for coping with them. It is common for a 'new' parent to suffer from feelings of isolation, guilt and anxiety while the established parent is concerned with balancing his or her needs with those of their partner, their children and possibly step-children. How do you also manage a sexual relationship if you are a single parent? Or accept the on-going role of the partner's 'ex' and the involvement of grandparents? Suzie Hayman uses personal stories to suggest ways in which you can come to terms with feelings, resolve problems and anticipate trouble before it starts. She takes a candid look at family politics - from an adult's point of view as well as a child's - and also addresses the relationship issues which arise if you and your partner decide to have children of your own.
It offers a step-by-step, sensible and jargon-free guide to all the things that most concern you, from what being a single parent means to you and your child emotionally, how to cope with the practical realities day-to-day, and how to socialise with parents like yourself and benefit from the many support networks available. There will be plenty of expert emotional support and useful advice for fathers, mothers and other family members whatever their domestic situation, and relevant do's, don'ts and further resources throughout
More than 60 million Teach Yourself products sold worldwide Make the most out of your blended family Written by the United Kingdom's number one parenting counselor, Be a Great Step Parent is a practical guide to coping with the many issues you face as part of a blended family and to deriving a positive relationship with new family members. It is full of straightforward and easy-to-follow advice that anyone can act on, with plenty of emotional support in times of need. With help for children of all ages, moms and dads, it takes a step-by-step approach to the subject, covering everything from the earliest days of a new relationship to the issues raised by a new baby, with practical information on finances and schools, and suggestions for stress-free holidays. Inside you’ll find: One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience A practical rather than emotional approach to step-parenting, so it is easy to use and accessible Topics include: Getting together; Early days and introductions; Moving in and living together; Practical issues; Coming together; From partner to stepparent; Emotions; Chores, rules, traditions and discipline; Working together; Sharing children with another family; "You can’t tell me what to do, you're not my Mom/Dad"; Different parenting styles; Schools; Fighting the myths; Financial issues--finances and child support, names and responsibilities; Grandparents and other family members; Communication and negotiation; Moving on; New babies for both parents; Building cooperation and avoiding conflict; Finances; Legal issues; Names and identity; Looking after yourselves
This is a guide that provides information, advice and practical strategies to help you cope with the stress of breaking up with a partner. Learn how to manage negative feelings, help children through a breakup, communicate with your partner and children throughout, and sort out financial issues.
Why do some families work better than others? What are the ingredients for a fulfilling family life? In this wide-ranging and practical. book, respected counsellor and agony aunt Suzie Hayman explains how you can make your family work, whatever stage of life you. are in. This book is about you and your family - your development, your children's development, your relationships not only with your partner. and immediate family but with those who raised you and those you care for and about. We'll be looking at the vital questions; How do. children develop? How do families bond? How do our experiences as children help or hinder us later in life? What happens in your. family of origin to give you and the best start and continuing opportunities, and how do those influences affect your ability to help your. own children go on to thrive and develop? What are the issues that come up in everyday life between you and your family, and how. may understanding why you behave and feel the way you do allow you to control what happens, for the best?
Raise a Happy Teenager: Teach Yourself gives you advice and encouragement to help you manage your child's adolescence and turn these years of conflict into happy, hopeful times. It shows you how to improve communication with your teenager, giving you the insight to tackle all the areas of conflict calmly and confidently, and helping your child become a strong, independent adult. Written by a leading counsellor who has trained as a teacher and worked with hundreds of teenagers and families like yours, it also offers plenty of real-life stories and sources of further help for anxious or concerned parents. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you richer guidance through your child's teenage years. THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.
Do you want to be more assertive but don't know where to start? Get a kickstart with this little book which will give you just enough to get you going...
50 Ways to Please Your Lover will enlighten the reader to the power of their imaginations, the ease with which role-playing and scene setting can be incorporated, and ultimately the joy and satisfaction they can experience by opening their minds to a new world of sexual adventures. The inclusion of carefully selected items to enhance the sex play of lovers adds to the positive message of the book. 50 Ways to Please Your Lover will add energy and adventure to your lovemaking, whether you are a long-established couple or have only recently met.
Each week over 5,000 women have a hysterectomy - an operation to remove the womb. This reassuring and practical book explains what a hysterectomy is, what happens in hospital, the different types of operation, and how to adjust afterwards. It includes the latest information about treatments and what you can do to recover fully and quickly. In particular, Suzie Hayman discusses sympathetically the physical and the emotional reactions you might experience, and how you and your partner can cope together.
No-one has ever said on their deathbed I wish I'd spent more time at the office. But we all have regrets - losing touch with people, not spending enough time with our family - things that seem insignificant at the time but actually make a huge impact on our wellbeing and other peoples' lives. In this book, trusted counsellor and agony aunt Suzie Hayman sets out a 7-step action plan for living a life free from regrets and toxic decisions. From making more time for your children to keeping in touch with friends, this book is a roadmap you can follow on both a daily basis and in the long term, making small changes that will dramatically improve the way you feel about your life.
One in three people today in the UK are involved in some sort of stepfamily. The traditional image of a couple who marry, have 2.4 children and stay together forever is now far from typical. Families are increasingly diverse and by 2010 the vast majority will consist of adults living in a married or unmarried relationship with children living with them or visiting, who may or may not be related to both those adults. Remarkably, it has been estimated that around 72 different forms of stepfamily exist. Suzie Hayman, a Relate-trained counsellor and a leading expert on stepfamilies, knows that many of the difficulties stepfamilies face are common to all families. Using real life examples, she helps the reader through such problems and suggests a variety of exercises and techniques to help family members understand what is happening, and so bring the new family together. STEPFAMILIES is the definitive guide for parents, children and members of extended families who may each need support in new and challenging roles.
Children today are digital natives, growing up in an age where social media and online communication is the norm. This book is an indispensable guide for parents who may feel they are struggling to keep up, addressing the issues that young people and their families face in the world of modern technology. Suzie Hayman, a parenting counsellor, and John Coleman, a distinguished psychologist, use their combined expertise to explore the challenges and possibilities of being constantly connected, helping parents to make choices about how they communicate, set boundaries and establish rules. Using real-world examples and solid psychological theory, the book looks first at the anxieties parents express about digital technology, followed by the serious potential threats such as cyber-bullying, sexting and easy access to pornographic or violent materials. However, the internet is also full of enormous potential and a further chapter explores the positive side of the digital playground. The authors also share their expert understanding of child and adolescent development and how this relates to the appeal of digital media, with special attention paid to the importance of good communication. The end result is a toolbox for parents, full of tips, strategies and techniques designed to help navigate the digital world, ensuring it is safe yet still exciting for young people. Parents and Digital Technology is essential reading for all parents and guardians as well as those caring for children and teenagers in a professional setting, who want to get the best out of life and modern technology while keeping safe in a family that talks to each other, spends time with each other and enjoys each other.
According to statistics 1 in 3 people in the UK today are likely to be involved in a step-family of some sort at some point in their lives. Although now a socially accepted norm, the 'step-family' still suffers from a negative image and is likely to have to deal with a wider range of emotional and practical issues than the original family unit. In a 'step family' the child comes as part of the package and it is common for adults who have to cope with 'other people's children' to suffer from feelings of isolation, guilt and anxiety. Coming to terms with the on-going role of your partners 'ex' can test the most stable relationship to its limits. This book draws on case study material to address common fears, anxieties and problems and presents strategies for resolving problems and coming to terms with your feelings. It takes a candid look at family politics from the adult point of view as well as the children's. It looks at the role of grandparents - and the new issues which arrive if you and your partner decide to have children of your own.
A practical guide to an increasingly common issue: how do I parent someone else's child? Many of the difficulties stepfamilies face are common to all families. But the extra load where relationships are broken and remade with children involved are many and complex. Using dynamic techniques - tips, games, discussion points, dialogue, quizzes, the author leads the reader through the minefield towards the ultimate goal. Not perfection, because no family, parent or child can be perfect; but to being good enough.
Each week over 1,000 women have a hysterectomy -- an operation to remove the womb. This reassuring and practical book explains what a hysterectomy is, the hospital procedure, the different types of operation, and how to adjust afterwards. In particular the author discusses both the physical and emotional reactions, and also the attitude of partners. Helpful sections with exercises for post-operative care, useful addresses and further reading make this a reliable source of information on this common problem.
Written by the UK's number one parenting counsellor, Be a Great Step Parent: Teach Yourself is a practical guide to coping with the many issues faced by the blended family and deriving a positive relationship with your family members. It is full of straightforward and easy-to-follow advice that anyone can act on, with plenty of emotional support for you in times of need. It covers not just all the members of the family involved directly, but also such knock-on issues as grandparents and access. With help for children of all ages, mums and dads, it takes a step-by-step approach to the subject, covering everything from the earliest days of a new relationship to the issues raised by a new baby, with sensible information on finances and schools, and suggestions for stress-free holidays. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the authors' many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of PC care. THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.
These four new titles are the latest additions to the Help Yourself series, a unique program that encourages readers to look within to find happier ways of being. This is not a self-help series that focuses on problems; rather, it invites readers to explore their own beliefs, dreams, and creativity to create a balanced, centered life.
Each book takes the form of extended interviews with four or five children/young adults who have had the experience specified in the title. The interviews are carefully constructed to cover both the emotional as well as the practical consequences. The aim is not to be sensational but sympathetic and informative. Extended endmatter provides advice, contact numbers and addresses. The text itself is in a question and answer format, recording as literally as possible the answers of the person being interviewed.
Starting with the symptoms and possible causes of PMS, this comprehensive book covers the attitudes of men and society before discussing the treatment options currently available, allowing the reader to decide suitability for her own symptoms. It includes interviews to illustrate experiences.
Many women in the years between their teens and their mid-forties are afflicted by endometriosis, a condition in which tissue that is normally found lining the womb grows outside the uterus. This book is a practical guide for the many women who suffer from this disease. The author outlines what the disease is, why it occurs, the symptoms and their effects, how the problem can be diagnosed and the treatments available. She discusses the likely effects on women's fertility, and presents case histories with women's own stories of how they cope with this debilitating problem.
The book features extended interviews with four or five children/young adults who are drug addicts. The interviews are carefully constructed to cover both the emotional as well as the practical consequences. The aim is not to be sensational but sympathetic and informative. Extended endmatter provides advice, contact numbers and addresses. The text itself is in a question and answer format, recording as literally as possible the answers of the person being interviewed. Talking points and black and white photographs are also included.
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