“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.

Helping Teens With Homework Headaches

This show is the fifth in a six-part series called Your Teen Matters: A Series on Navigating the Middle and High School Years.

“Homework sucks!” Does your teen complain bitterly about his homework load? Does he have trouble getting started, getting it completed, and turning it in on time? A poor homework track record can have a serious impact on an otherwise bright teen’s school success. Co-hosts Nurse Rona and Beth Samuelson, MA, of Student Organizational Services, and a guest, discuss helping students manage their homework load effectively.

• Damion McNeil, a sixth grade teacher at Willard Middle School in Berkeley, CA.

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Early Identification of Social and Emotional Problems

Starting at birth, your children will reach many milestones in how they play, learn, and speak. Developmental checkups are a great way to make sure that every young child is healthy and ready to learn and grow. Listen in as Nurse Rona and her guests discuss developmental screening at regular doctor visits as a tool for early intervention.

• Dr. Barbara Bentley, PsyD, licensed psychologist at the Children’s Health Council.
• Dr. Gena Lewis, MD, pediatrician at Children’s Hospital and Research Center Oakland.

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Nurse Rona’s Book Club: Raising Happiness by Christine Carter

Most parents would like to raise a happy child, but are there actual steps you can take to insure your child’s happiness? New research suggests teaching conflict resolution, eating dinner together, and even taking better care of yourself can “teach your child happiness.” Join Nurse Rona and her guest as they discuss some simple things you can do to achieve a happier home.

• Dr. Christine Carter, PhD, the author of Raising Happiness: Ten Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents,

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Good Oral Health for Kids

Dental disease is one of the leading causes of school absenteeism for children. Most children already have cavities by three years of age. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss ways to prevent dental disease and how to tackle the “I don’t want to brush” challenge.

• Margaret Fisher, RDHAP, BS, an oral health consultant with the San Francisco Department of Public Health Child Health and Disability Prevention Program.
• Dr. Leticia Mendoza, DDS, practicing at Piedmont Pediatric Dentistry.

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