Useful Links and Resources
Websites
https://livesinthebalance.org/ - Founded by Dr. Ross Greene, this website provides resources on his Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) approach, aiming to help caregivers, educators, and mental health professionals manage challenging behavior in children through collaborative problem-solving and empathy. Lives in the Balance offers practical tools, webinars, and resources to support families and professionals in implementing CPS.
https://reframingautism.org.au/ - This Australian organization is dedicated to promoting neurodiversity-affirming resources and support for individuals with autism and their families. They offer educational resources and services for parents, caregivers, and professionals, focusing on understanding autism from an inclusive and compassionate perspective.
Books
These resources provide valuable insights into collaborative, empathetic, and trauma-informed approaches to parenting and education.
The Explosive Child [Sixth Edition]: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children Paperback by Ross W Greene PhD - This book, now in its sixth edition, is a cornerstone for understanding and supporting children who may be easily frustrated or have difficulty with flexibility. Dr. Greene introduces the CPS approach here, offering practical steps for caregivers to help children manage their emotions and frustrations through collaboration and empathy, rather than punishment or rewards.
Raising Human Beings: Creating a Collaborative Partnership with Your Child by Ross W. Greene Ph.D. - In this book, Dr. Greene expands on his CPS approach to address a wider range of family dynamics. He emphasizes creating a collaborative partnership with children, focusing on mutual respect, empathy, and understanding. This approach leads to the strengthening of family relationships through cooperation.
Brain-Body Parenting: How to Stop Managing Behavior and Start Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids Hardcover by Mona Delahooke (Author) - Delahooke explores how the mind-body connection influences children’s behavior, advocating for approaches that prioritize understanding emotional regulation and resilience. Her work aligns with trauma-informed and empathy-based practices, helping caregivers move beyond behavioral management to foster a deeper, nurturing relationship with children.
