Dynamics of Relationships : A Guide for Developing Self-Esteem and Coping Skills for Preteens and Young Children

The most comprehensive program available dealing with everyday concerns vital to young people takes a preventive approach to such crucial issues as suicide, teen pregnancy, substance abuse, violence, drop-outs & physical & sexual abuse. It was developed to help youth build & maintain a healthy self-esteem, learn to communicate, handle anger & conflict effectively, develop coping & decision-making skills, & develop realistic expectations about adult roles, AIDS, suicide, teen pregnancy, date rape, gangs, etc. It can be: Implemented as a school curriculum. Incorporated into other disciplines (Health, Home Ec/Family Life, Sex Ed.,Social Studies). Used as a resource for treatment centers, substance abuse, mental health & social service programs, youth religious programs, youth clubs & organizations (4-H, Boys/Girls Clubs, Girl/Boy Scouts, etc.) The series is comprised of a teacher's manual & a two-part teen/young adult manual (which includes a separate book on sexuality) & a teacher manual for preteens & youth manual (ages 8-12). Pat Kramer conducts workshops that teach professionals strategies to empower youth & techniques to create positive, supportive environments that can reduce substance abuse, discipline problems, violence & vandalism.Kramer, Patricia is the author of 'Dynamics of Relationships : A Guide for Developing Self-Esteem and Coping Skills for Preteens and Young Children', published 1994 under ISBN 9780929577036 and ISBN 0929577035.