Addiction proof your child : a realistic approach to preventing drug, alcohol, and other dependencies
"In simple, clear terms, "Addiction-proof your child" shows parents how to instill thes qualities by teaching children to take pride in achievement and other bedrock values, learning how to be calm questioners and tolerant listeners, fighting the urge to overparent, and (if the parent drinks) teaching kids how to drink in moderation at home"--Publisher website (September 2007)
x, 258 pages ; 21 cm
9780307237576, 0307237575
77504377
Introduction
The problem is addiction, not drugs
Youthful drug and alcohol use
why it becomes addictive or not
Why our drug education doesn't work
You can raise a non-addicted child
Discipline and values
Independence and control
The moderating household
Preventing adolescent and family problems from causing addiction
Keeping your child safe
Making treatment work
Policies for a non-addicted America
Appendix A: Education and treatment resources
Appendix B: Government watchdog agency report
Appendix C: Harm reduction for drug addicts