Hold on to Your Kids

Unlock the secrets to effective parenting with 'Hold on to Your Kids', an essential guide by renowned physician Gabor Maté and psychologist Gordon Neufeld. This enlightening book explores the profound influence of peer culture on children's behavior and development, highlighting how children often prioritize their friends over familial bonds. In a world where being 'cool' can overshadow crucial values and emotional support, Maté and Neufeld offer parents practical strategies to reclaim their role as the primary source of security and affection in their children's lives.

This updated edition delves into the challenges modern parents face in the digital age, addressing the impact of social media and technology on family dynamics. Readers will discover actionable insights to reinforce familial connections, foster emotional resilience, and guide their children in navigating peer pressure. By reestablishing the parental hierarchy, this guide empowers you to cultivate a nurturing environment where your children feel understood, safe, and loved.

Perfect for parents seeking guidance amidst the complexities of contemporary child-rearing, 'Hold on to Your Kids' is a must-have resource for fostering deeper bonds and healthier development for your child. Experience this transformative journey to better parenting and watch your child's emotional wellness flourish.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781785042195
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 352


Description:
'Mate's book will make you examine your behaviour in a new light' Guardian

'bold, wise and deeply moral. Mate is a healer to be cherished' Naomi Klein, author of No Logo and The Shock Doctrine

Children take their lead from their friends- being 'cool' matters more than anything else. Shaping values, identity and codes of behaviour, peer groups are often far more influential than parents.

But this situation is far from natural, and it can be dangerous - it undermines family cohesion, interferes with healthy development, and fosters a hostile and sexualized youth culture. Children end up becoming conformist, anxious and alienated.

In Hold on to Your Kids, acclaimed physician and bestselling author Gabor Mate joins forces with Gordon Neufeld, a psychologist with a reputation for penetrating to the heart of complex parenting. Together they pinpoint the causes of this breakdown and offer practical advice on how to 'reattach' to sons and daughters, establish the hierarchy at home, make children feel safe and understood, and earn back your children's loyalty and love. This updated edition also addresses the unprecedented parenting challenges posed by the rise of digital devices and social media.

By helping to reawaken our instincts, Mate and Neufeld empower parents to be what nature intended- a true source of contact, security and warmth for their children.

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