Recommendations for Better Living
(c) Carol L. Oster, Psy.D., Deerfield, IL
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Volume 2: 2010
Brain and Behavior - Part 2 Concussions
Why Your Brain Needs Homework
Technology Bytes - Taking Control of Your Life
Brain and Behavior - Part 1 Talkers and Doers
A Dozen Tips for A Good Night's Sleep
Set Limits without Fighting
Parenting the Gifted Child
What to Ask the Doctor About Medication
Happy, Healthy Retirement
Parenting the ADHD Child
Independent Learning
Anger Management - Arguing vs. Discussing
Talk so Teens Will Listen
Make New Friends
(Download Conversation Starters and Extenders here.)
Ace Essay Tests
(Download a more detailed guide to essay answers here.)
Gratitude - Giving Thanks
Logical Consequences
Fend Off Cognitive Decline
Coping with Change
Teenager's Guide to Cleaning a Bedroom
(Download, customize and laminate a copy of that last one here.)
Predicting the Future
"Not Yet"
Use your Signals (The Zen of Driving, Part 2)
Identify Age-Appropriate Limits and Permissions
Build Stronger Relationships.
Catch Up on Reading.
Improve Your Memory.
Stress Busters.
Find Your Motivation.
Wipe Out Boredom.
The 3-Second Rule (The Zen of Driving, Part 1).
Homework Tips for Back to School:
Organize Your Space and Materials.
Eliminate Distractions.
Suggestions for Procrastinators.










Carol L. Oster, Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist
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