Three New Training Tapes by Charlie Appelstein - Available April 2005

No Such Thing As A Bad Kid

Key Principles and Techniques for Working with Troubled Children and Youth

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Part 1: Creating and Maintaining a Strength-Based Environment

How a Positive, Hope-Inspiring Culture Can Change Lives

When challenging kids sense deep inside that the adults in their lives believe in them, dramatic change often occur. In this segment, Charlie outlines important features of a strength-based enivornment and presents strategies to implement this powerful form of youth care.

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Part 2: Managing Number One & Putting in the Bricks

How to Control Your Emotions and Make a Difference in the Lives of Troubled Children & Youth

Who is the most important person in any interaction you have with a challenging child? Answer: You. Unless you manage yourself well, the child has little hope.

The first part of this segment present self-managment strategies that have been proven to help adults keep their cool by responding instead of reacting to evocative situations.

The second part of this segment provides a new perspective on success with troubled children and youth, inspiring deeper appreciation for the guiding role played by adults.

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Part 3: Key Concepts for Preventing Problem Behavior & Building Self-Esteem in Troubled Children and Youth

Systemic Approaches for Reducing Troublesome Behavior and Strategies to Bolster Self-Esteem in Troubled Children and Youth

The best way to deal with problem behavior is to prevent it. This recording begins by highlighting key factors to consider in establishing environments most likely to promote growth and harmony among troubled children and youth. The second part present an approach to help kids with low self-esteem bolster their self-image and achieve more success in their lives.

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