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About the Author |
| Cathi Cohen , LCSW, CGP, is a leading expert in the field of social skills training in children. Cohen is the founder of In Step , a private group mental health therapy practice that serves families in the metro-Washington D.C. area. In addition to writing numerous articles and conducting regular workshops for parents, educators, and mental health professionals, Cohen has appeared on several radio and television programs. She received her undergraduate degree from Tufts University, and her M.S. degree from the Columbia University School of Social Work.
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Summary
If you are concerned that your child has difficulty making and keeping friends, this is the book you’ve been waiting for! Studies of successful people demonstrate that it’s good social skills, not top grades that are most strongly associated with future success. Some children are born with good social instincts, but many children are not. The good news for parent is that social skills can be taught! This very practical, step-by-step plan is based on the highly successful stepping stones program, developed by clinical social worker, Cathi Cohen. In this book, she outlines a customized program that can be taught at home, by parents. You’ll teach your child:
- How to handle teasing
- How to join in successfully with other children
- How to read social cues
- How to feel better about himself, and
- To express his anger appropriately
Through using these easy-to- understand and fun –to-use exercises with your child, you’ll delight in the new social skills your child demonstrates.
Contents
Introduction
How to Use This Book
Getting Started
Joining In
Communicating and Conversing
Reading Social Signals
Raising Self Esteem
Coping with Teasing
Managing Stress
Solving Social Problems
Resolving Conflicts
Managing Anger
Putting It All Together
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