You and Your Only Child: The Joys, Myths, and Challenges of Raising an Only Child – Evidence-Based Strategies from a Child Psychologist for Building Confidence and Strong Bonds

by Patricia Nachman

Single-child families are more common than ever before, yet many parents are concerned that they are somehow cheating their child of a "real" family experience. Recent findings, however, suggest that only children are frequently more confident, verbal and quick to learn than children from larger families. In this reassuring and practical book, Dr. Patricia Nachman presents solid, well-supported evidence that the myths surrounding only children are just that -- myths. Drawing on her years of practice as a child psychologist, Nachman offers proven parenting strategies for dealing with a range of issues unique to only child-households, while helping parents build a strong, supportive relationship with their child. Filled with insight and authoritative advice, You and Your Only Child &nbsp reassures parents that there is nothing unnatural about being or having an only child.

Genres: Parenting

252 pages, Paperback

First published February 20, 1997

Reviews

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

very helpful book for parents who choose to have an only child

[Christine]

Interesting chapter on the good & bad of family triangles, "How to Form a Healthy Threesome"