When a child or adolescent is troubled, the most important thing for the parent to focus on may very well be their relationship with their child or adolescent. Parents need to do whatever they can to make sure the relationship… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Accessing a "professional listener" such as a psychologist or counselor can be useful if the loved one wants to use this form of support. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
A parenting program should focus on parent's attitudes to themselves, their children, and the relationships they are building with their children. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
There is no one best way for parents to become the parents they want to be just as there is no one best way… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Demonstrating faith and optimism in the child or adolescent's ability to work things out in their own time and in their own way can… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Seeking the counsel of trusted and respected health professionals can also be helpful in providing parents with some balance for their concerns as well… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
One of the most important goals to have may well be the goal to create the life you want without preventing other people from… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Attitudes of optimism, of "let them be", and of joy in watching and helping another life develop and blossom will help parents relish their… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
I can’t even take a stroll through a park. As soon as women see my face they start gathering up their children and running… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Once parents have a clear idea of their important parenting goals, beliefs, and values, they can then think about specific situations and identify the… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
One of the premises of parenting might be that the job of parents is to teach their kids to get along without them. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Prioritizing listening to their child or adolescent is extremely important. It can be very hard to listen to someone who is upset or troubled… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Any statements from the parents may seem like criticism or judgment by the child or adolescent. It's very important that the child or adolescent… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
I consider parenting skills, those skills that help children: (1) develop clear and important goals; and (2) figure out flexible and persistent ways of… — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Somewhat paradoxically, parenting programs should focus on the behavior of the parents not the behavior of the children. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
Sometimes offering support and making yourself available when the child or adolescent is ready to talk can be the most helpful you can be. — Timothy Carey Copy Share Image
