“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.
Autism Awareness
In April we honor National Autism Awareness month and offer support to parents and families who are affected by this complex disorder. Although there is no cure or universal treatment approach for autism, having a good support system can make a world of difference. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss resources and current treatment strategies.
• Irva Hertz-Picciotto, PhD, is a professor of public health sciences at UC Davis.
• Deborah Monroe, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with the Regional Center of the East Bay.
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The Joy—and Science!—of Making Music
Helicopter parents beware: being too involved in your children’s lives can do more harm than good. Aired: April 2011
What Parents and Teachers Can Do to Help Children with ADHD Thrive
School and home environments where neuro-diversity is taken into consideration benefit children with attention and learning problems. Conflict is reduced and strengths are encouraged when skilled teachers develop engaging classrooms and curriculum, and parents understand how to support their child’s style of learning and temperament. Join Nurse Rona and guests:
• Katherine Ellison, investigative journalist and author of Buzz: A Year of Paying Attention.
• Todd Rose, EdD, a research scientist with CAST and is on faculty at the Harvard School of Education.
DOWNLOAD Entire Program (53:59 mp3 49.4 MB)
Getting Homework Done
Avoiding power struggles and tears during homework time. Aired: April 2011
When Does Harsh Discipline Become Child Abuse?
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. This highlights an on-going debate in parenting and professional circles: how to discipline children respectfully, without trauma or pain? When are spanking and other forms of punishment considered physical abuse, and who makes that decision? Tune in to this lively conversation.
• Roberto Macías Sánchez is a pscyhotherapist specializing in early childhood at the Children’s Hospital of Oakland.
• Zakkiyah Nazeeh, clinical director of Another Road to Safety, at the Prescott-Joseph Center.
• Daniel Sapoznick, MSW, is the program director of TALK Line.
DOWNLOAD Entire Program (53:51 mp3 49.4 MB)