Introduction to the five simple truths about parenting -- Kids are kids -- Kids are good -- Kids need parents -- Kids need adults -- Kids need communities -- Applying the five simple truths -- Kids and television -- Kids and social networks -- Kids and texting -- Kids and videogames -- Kids and bullying -- Conclusion.
Summary
The 5 Simple Truths of Raising Kids draws upon the entirety of Brad?s research and professional experience. In his career he has surveyed over 100,000 children and adolescents, personally interviewing close to 4,000 in group and one-on-one sessions, and run direct service programs in major cities nationwide. He breaks down barriers between the generations and present tweens and teens as they really are. Brad distills the best information on child development, media use, delinquency and morality into five simple truths that will help parents better understand and appreciate the young people inches.