"Relationship-Based Treatment of Children and Their Parents: An Integrative Guide to Neurobiology, Attachment, Regulation, and Discipline" by Kat Scherer and Elizabeth Sylvester emphasizes the critical role of the parent-child relationship in a child's emotional and psychological development. The authors integrate insights from neurobiology, attachment theory, emotional regulation, and relationship-based discipline to offer a comprehensive approach to parenting. They highlight the importance of balancing warmth and firmness in parenting, addressing parental disruptions, and fostering secure attachments. The book outlines seven essential attachment needs and stresses the significance of neuroplasticity, emotional sensitivity, and practical interventions for enhancing parent-child relationships and promoting overall family well-being.

  • Understand the foundational principles of neurobiology and its impact on parenting and child development.

  • Identify and explain the significance of attachment theory in the context of the parent-child relationship.

  • Recognize the importance of emotional regulation and its role in fostering resilience and social ease in children.

  • Implement relationship-based discipline strategies that promote positive behavioral and emotional outcomes.

  • Address and mitigate parental disruptions and family stressors that hinder healthy parent-child relationships.

  • Apply the seven essential attachment needs in clinical practice to support optimal child development and family dynamics.

Content

    1. Relationship-Based Treatment of Children and Their Parents: An Integrative Guide to Neurobiology, Attachment, Regulation, and Discipline  by Kat Scherer and Elizabeth Sylvester

    2. Interview with Elizabeth Sylvester and Kat Scherer

    1. January 2023 full download