ABSTRACT

This book is based on common questions that parents have about their children and their relationships with the world at large. Drawing from his extensive experience as a child psychoanalyst (and as a father), Dr Brafman offers his thoughts on widespread problems faced by parents in an innovative way: he focuses on how the child perceives the situation and not on their resultant behaviour. He also steers away from providing clear-cut answers; there are no set rules for raising children. Instead Dr Brafman discusses each question, using real-life examples and providing insights that will help the parent decide what is best for their individual child.

part |76 pages

The Child

chapter 1|33 pages

Early days, early ways

chapter 2|23 pages

Trying their wings

chapter 3|16 pages

Siblings and peers

part |58 pages

The Parents

chapter 4|21 pages

Self-esteem, conflict, lifestyle

chapter 5|20 pages

Guilt, honesty

chapter 6|14 pages

Needing help, seeking help