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Defending the Development of Spirited Young People By John Breeding ISBN: 9781847470775
First Published: 2003
This Edition: 2007
Pages: 306
Key Themes: parenting, education, self-help, medication, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
"This is a self-help book like you've never seen before. It says we do need help and details many helpful strategies. It underscores that drugs are not helpful. I envision parent support groups being formed around this book in concerned communities across America." - Moira Dolan, MD, parent & medical researcher.
"John Breeding is a parent who has continued to be fascinated with his children as he and they continue to grow up. His wisdom comes from his delight, which makes him a revolutionary". - Brad Blanton, author of 'Radical History: How to Transform Your Life by Telling the Truth'
Description
What to do when your child is labelled a problem by the schools. The truth about Ritalin, ADHD and other 'disruptive behavioral disorders'.
In this revised and expanded Chipmunka edition, John Breeding sends out a powerful message and strong support for adults who want to encourage the spirited development of our children. The book calls for a halt to the epidemic drugging of young people for so-called ADHD and other alleged mental illnesses. This book shows us how to counsel our children and insists we must not forsake the great gift of viewing them with the 'eyes of delight!' John is a clear, strong advocate for young people and a great ally to parents wanting support to repond to their children in a positive way.
About the Author
John Breeding PhD is a counselling psychologist from Austin, Texas USA. John is director of 'Texans For Safe Education', a citizen's group dedicated to challenging the ever-increasing role of psychiatry, especially psychiatric drugs, in schools. He is also active on other challenges of psychiatric oppression, and is a steering committee member of the Coalition for the Abolition of Electroshock in Texas (CAEST), whose website is www.endofshock.com . His personal website, www.wildestcolts.com, is a great resource on parenting, psychology and psychiatry.
Dr. Breeding obtained his doctorate in School Psychology from the University of Texas. He is the author of three Chipmunka books, 'The Wildest Colts Make the Best Horses', 'The Necessity of Madness and 'Eyes Wide Open'. He has written several other books on a variety of subjects. John is the father of two teenagers, Eric and Vanessa
I wrote this book from the place of the two major life tasks we all face, work and family. As a psychologist, I was appalled at the fact that we in the U.S. are placing millions of our school-age children on psychiatric drugs. I wanted to take a strong stand against this institutionalized child abuse. I also wrote the book as the father of two children, each wild and spirited in their own unique ways. I am determined to defend them well.
The book is a resource for parents, teachers, counselors and all adult allies of children. Part I is called Recognition and Remembrance. Here I tell the truth about biological psychiatry, which provides the misguided rhetoric and dangerous means that allows us to do such a disgraceful thing to our children. We all need to clearly see and understand biopsychiatry, as well as other related pitfalls such as pressure and urgency. Equally important, especially in times of stress, tension, or disapproval, we need to remember the true nature of reality, especially the true nature of our children. Here I remind readers of this and of other significant "Keys to Parent Heaven."
Part II is about Information and Action. I discuss crucial ingredients for successful parenting, including concerns about support, time and attention. I also discuss special gifts for your children: food, light, sound, and talk, with a special note on TV and touch.
The heart of the book is on counseling children. I share with readers the best of my thinking and experience on how to help our children with their emotions. I discuss basic theory and principles, then include specific chapters on topics such as crying, fear, shame and anger. This information is for everyone.
A final treasure in my book comes from my friend, Leonard Frank. It is an appendix called "All About Children," 40 pages of delightful and stimulating quotations, a dessert I know you will enjoy.
