Reviews
: nyparenting.com - May 22, 2012
"A most worthy investment for any parent that longs for tranquil moments amidst turbulent waters."
: The Midwest Book Review - Wisconsin Bookwatch - September 2, 2011
A strong pick for those who believe in the power of positive thinking.
Lorna D’Entremont, Special Needs Book Review - July 24, 2011
"I can assure you every person caring or working for a child regardless of age or abilities will benefit from V. Mark Durand’s optimistic parenting advice . . . The author’s friendly, conversational style of writing brings the reader on board feeling that a friend is giving him parenting advice. Optimistic Parenting receives five STARS from Special Needs Book Review for the quality of the content and organization of this book!"
Ann Turnbull, Co-Director, Beach Center on Disability - March 4, 2011
A truly lasting legacy of being an optimistic parent is raising optimistic children who not only survive but prevail in future challenges they will inevitably meet. Children, indeed, learn what they live. Be an optimistic role model!
Jed Baker, author of No More Meltdowns and Social Skills Training - March 4, 2011
I am indeed more hopeful after reading Dr. Durand's book! It was his original research that showed us how to effectively improve challenging behaviors by bothering to ask 'why' individuals behaved as they did. Now, with equal clarity, he has shown us how to develop the thoughts and attitudes necessary to carry out these effective techniques. And, if we can cultivate these thoughts as suggested, the added bonus is greater life satisfaction.
Louis Pellegrino, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY - March 4, 2011
A refreshing and innovative approach that treats parenting as a vocation rather than a technique . . . provides parents with the hope that believing in themselves and becoming optimistic parents is, in fact, the Holy Grail to effective parenting.
Glen Dunlap, University of South Florida - March 4, 2011
A major step forward in efforts to help families and children whose lives are affected by challenging behavior . . . Crammed with helpful guidance, much of which will not be found in previous manuals.