Bøker av Richard Bass

There are certain things you cannot protect your child from, like feeling stressed or anxious.As they prepare to enter adolescence, they will come across new challenges that demand resilience and effective emotional regulation.It is tempting to try to put out fires on your child's behalf, but what good will that do in the long run?At some stage, they will be required to solve personal, social, and academic problems on their own and build the mental muscle to withstand difficulty.Mindful Emotions Workbook is a self-therapy guide for children that introduces them to cognitive behavioral therapy skills. The workbook includes 33 exercises, spread across 8 chapters, and covers the following themes:Learning cognitive reframing and restructuring skills by playing the role of detective and challenging, instead of accepting negative thoughtsExpanding your emotional vocabulary by memorizing a range of primary and secondary emotions and learning how to communicate your feelings effectivelyPracticing the art of empathy by making positive assumptions, validating others, and improving your listening skillsPracticing the power of pause and turning to age-appropriate relaxation techniques to self-sootheYour child will also be introduced to a young girl named Dani, a fictional character who is currently in middle school and learning how to use CBT to deal with school pressure, friendship conflict, and personal vices.They, like Dani, will gain the confidence to confront life's challenges head-on, equipped with the necessary psychotherapeutic skills to reduce stress, manage anxiety, and enhance positive moods!Give your child a head start in adolescence by exposing them to important life skills early on. Get your copy of Mindful Emotions Workbook right away! Just scroll up and click "Buy Now!"

Adolescence is as much of a learning curve for teenagers as it is for parents.Within a short period of time, you watch your child go through physical, mental, and behavioral changes-some welcomed, and others difficult to accept.But like any other teenager, your child is figuring out who they are and trying to find their place in the world. What may look like defiant behavior could be a desperate plea for more privacy, respect, and a sense of control.Early childhood development and learning disability expert Richard Bass brings another insightful book detailing the unique experiences of teenagers with ASD.Inside Beyond the Spectrum: A Guide to Parenting Autistic Adolescents, he shows parents how to adjust their parenting styles to accommodate the changing needs of their teenage children.Some of the valuable skills taught include:How to identify children's needs through behavioral changes like pulling away, questioning the rules, and unexplained mood swings.The difference between typical troublesome behavior and signs of co-occurring oppositional defiance disorder.Practical, at-home interventions, which parents can use to help their children manage school demands, cope with fears about the future, and cultivate a fulfilling social life.This book also comes with 18 parent and teen exercises included at the end of each chapter, which promote continuous learning and seek to help both parties understand and respect each other's needs.The truth is that ASD doesn't have to get in the way of parenting, and neither does puberty! Adolescence can be a deeply nourishing and positive transition, but only when parents and teens make the necessary adjustments in how they relate to one another.Get yourself a copy of Beyond the Spectrum: A Guide to Parenting Autistic Adolescents today, and be inspired to change your approach to raising your teenager!

There are over 55,000 posts about #MentalHealth on TikTok, viewed by more than 188 million users. This shows that mental health awareness is becoming a hot topic for many young people.With all of this content flooding the internet, it is becoming easier for teens to find peers who are faced with similar psychological issues. But more often than not, they are still left confused about how to respond to these challenges in positive ways.What seems to be lacking isn't education about stress or anxiety, but rather effective cognitive, emotional, and behavioral skills to confront obstacles head on. Above and beyond the guidance offered by friends, parents, and schoolteachers, teens can also benefit from learning how to improve their reactions to stressful situations.Beyond Coping Skills: The Ultimate Teens' Workbook is an easy-to-use self-directed therapy workbook that can help teenagers aged 13-19 practice core CBT and DBT skills from the comfort of their own bedrooms.Yes, that's right! In this digital age, where there is an app for virtually everything, and information is available at the touch of a button, therapy has become more affordable and accessible online!Several studies have proven the success of both CBT and DBT in managing stress, regulating strong emotions, and modifying behaviors-and the best part is that the same skills taught in a counseling room can be practiced at home too!Over the course of 5 chapters, 28 journal prompts, and 50 exercises, teens can look forward to learning:The power of the pause when sensing triggers and managing impulsive urges.How to identify and detach from unwanted thoughts and emotions.Strategies on how to define, brainstorm, and implement solutions for everyday life problems.How to develop self-respect through boundary setting and positive conflict resolution.The purpose of this workbook is to mentally prepare teens for unexpected and ongoing stressful situations they may face at home or at school. Through a powerful combination of CBT and DBT skills, they will be able to walk away with knowledge on how to reflect, reframe, and readjust their thoughts and emotions to achieve desired goals.

Life as a teenager can feel like getting on a wild roller-coaster ride, not knowing when the next unexpected twist or turn will come. But there's only so much uncertainty one can take before becoming... sick.Teens need support now more than ever before to manage the transitions that come with adolescence, but not the kind of support where mom and dad are constantly in their ear!They are in search of helpful resources that they can pursue on their own, which can provide the appropriate psychological skills to cope with everyday life stressors.The DBT Workbook for Teens is the perfect resource to help your child, aged 13-19, learn effective stress management techniques at their own pace.Borrowing from the work of the founder of dialectical behavioral therapy, Dr. Marsha Linehan, the workbook presents four core DBT skills: mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.Each skill promises to teach your child valuable coping strategies: Mindfulness seeks to identify and let go of unwanted thoughts and emotions, emotional regulation teaches how to describe and observe strong emotions without being taken by them, distress tolerance strengthens emotional resilience in the face of challenges, and interpersonal effectiveness promotes self-respect and setting healthy boundaries.Some of the critical lessons your child will learn include:How to break free from cycles of overthinking, and mindfully shift their focus onto the present moment.How to self-soothe and de-escalate stressful situations at school or at home through exercises like deep breathing and meditation.Steps to recognize, manage, and accept overpowering emotions, and take the opposite action with skills like "ABC PLEASE."How to nurture relationships with effective communication and resolve conflict with skills like "DEAR MAN."The aim of this workbook is to teach young people different ways to cope with stress, whether it be through calming their minds, regulating their emotions, or learning how to express their thoughts and feelings effectively. After going through these DBT skills and exercises, teens will walk away feeling more equipped to handle the pressures of school, home life, and friendships.The benefits of stress management with DBT are endless. Set your teen up for success by purchasing a copy of the workbook today!