“Is That Me Yelling? A parents guide to getting your kids to cooperate without losing your cool”  was published in 2013 and is available in 5 different languages. It’s a best seller in China, but here in the US you can only get it now on Kindle until the next edition.

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Is That Me Yelling? is:

“Engaging and practical, humorous and evidence-based, prescriptive but not preachy, authoritative yet never stuffy, Is That Me Yelling? quickly rises to the top of the many parenting books I’ve ever read. Rona Renner provides thoughtful and achievable solutions. If you’re a parent who has ever yelled at your kid and wished you hadn’t, this book is for you.”
—Stephen P. Hinshaw, PhD, professor in the department of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley; and vice-chair of psychology at the University of California, S.F.

“Is That Me Yelling? is a complete and compassionate companion for every parent and educator. With excellent examples from her extensive professional and personal experience, nurse Rona illustrates fundamental psychological principles and functional parenting practices with empathy and enthusiasm.”
—Marisol Muñoz-Kiehne, PhD, clinical psychologist, parent educator, radio host, and author.

Children and Technology

New ways to connect to technology are emerging every day. Devices like smart phones and iPads are making it easier than ever for children to access video games, social networks, and more. What precautions should families keep in mind when setting guidelines for technology use? How can we keep kids safe and connected to the “real” world? Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss the challenges and benefits of living and growing up in a plugged-in nation.

• Jason Brand, LCSW, founder of Positive Technology Relationships.
• Sandra Bryson, MFT, a marriage and family therapist and founder of Parent Mindfully.

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Respect for All: Developing Inclusive, Bias-Free Schools and Communities

There have been many news stories of tragic suicides, beatings, and taunting between youths because of homophobic attitudes. Everyone can do something to protect children and work to stop bullying; all parents and teachers have this responsibility. Join us as we discuss raising compassionate and kind children, and share some personal experiences. Guests:

• Amy Scharf, the former national program director for GroundSpark’s Respect for All Project.
• Kirya Traber is a nationally awarded spoken word artist, and the program manager of Arts-in-Education at Youth Speaks, Inc.

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