Elements of Discipline

Stephen Greenspan is a developmental psychologist who is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado and Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Connecticut, where he coordinated the graduate program in Special Education. A widely-cited authority on social competence, especially in at-risk children, youth and adults, he was the 2011 recipient of the John Jacobson Award for Critical Thinking from the American Psychological Association.

"Greenspan offers a guided discussion on an affective-aware approach to disciplinary practices for both school and home. Throughout the book, Greenspan diligently explains key principles critical to understanding the rationale for incorporating a positivistic approach to discipline and the inherent benefits to children, adolescents, and adults. A thorough discussion is meticulously crafted to offer an explanation of concepts, application, and theoretical connections to existing emotional/behavioral perspectives... A well-rounded index of theories, terminology, and common behavioral practices to assist readers in developing a more comprehensive understanding to successful discipline completes the book. Summing Up: Recommended."--Choice, May 2013

• Foreword, by Arnold J. Sameroff Preface Acknowledgments 1 In Search of Balance: Domains of Discipline and Long-Term Outcomes 2 The Affective Approach to Discipline: Underpinnings and Three Principles 3 The Behavioral Approach to Discipline: Underpinnings and Three Principles 4 The Cognitive Approach to Discipline: Underpinnings and Three Principles 5 Case Studies in Discipline: Using the Three Approaches to Address Behavioral Challenges 6 The ABC Model of Discipline: Linking Domains, Principles, and Outcomes 7 The ABC Tool Kit: Using the Nine Principles to Deal with Discipline Problems 8 Developing an Effective Discipline Style: Using the ABC Model to Refine the Caregiver's Approach to Discipline Appendix A: Glossary Appendix B: Using the ABC Model to Evaluate Discipline Advice References Index