Children can be difficult (and worse) - this is a natural part of growing up. For parents, though, it can be especially difficult to deal with conflict with their own children, and often patterns of behaviour that get stuck can make things worse. This book shows how, as parents, we can create structures, methods, and situations that work so that children can have a sense of security, belonging, and autonomy, and practise self-control and cooperation. Through the practical explanations and examples provided in this book, parents will learn to identify the misunderstandings that can lead to negative behaviour and how to use strategies that help to make everyday life simple and manageable for their children.