Recommendations for Better Living
(c) Carol L. Oster, Psy.D., Deerfield, IL

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Volume 2: 2010

#4 November 7, 2010
Brain and Behavior - Part 2  Concussions
Why Your Brain Needs Homework
Technology Bytes - Taking Control of Your Life

#3 April 26, 2010
Brain and Behavior - Part 1  Talkers and Doers
A Dozen Tips for A Good Night's Sleep
Set Limits without Fighting

#2 March 29, 2010
Parenting the Gifted Child
What to Ask the Doctor About Medication
Happy, Healthy Retirement

#1 January 28, 2010
Parenting the ADHD Child
Independent Learning
Anger Management - Arguing vs. Discussing

#6 November 24, 2009
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

#5  November 2, 2009
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.)

#4  October 13, 2009
Predicting the Future
"Not Yet"
Use your Signals (The Zen of Driving, Part 2)
Identify Age-Appropriate Limits and Permissions

#3  September 29, 2009 
Build Stronger Relationships. 
Catch Up on Reading.
Improve Your Memory. 
Stress Busters.
#2  September 15, 2009
Find Your Motivation.
Wipe Out Boredom.
The 3-Second Rule (The Zen of Driving, Part 1).
#1  August 25, 2009
Homework Tips for Back to School:
Organize Your Space and Materials.
Eliminate Distractions.
Suggestions for Procrastinators.




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