Manipulating Parents: Tactics Used by Children of All Ages and Ways Parents Can Turn the Tables

by Paul W. Robinson

Identifies the main kinds of tactics children use to get what they want from their parents, suggests countermeasures, and discusses the role of punishment

Genres: Parenting, Psychology

274 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 1981

Reviews

[Tanya · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first time I read this book, I was in college with no children. I now have 3 children (ages 9-16) and read it again. There is a lot I agree with and appreciate about this book. He gives plenty of helpful tips and information as well as strategies. I think what I take away is the importance of consistency and always trying to improve relationships with our children. Very insightful!

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

After reading this book I feel better equipped to deal with my kids. It was reassuring to find that the issues I am having with my son are not unique. I have tried implementing a few of the suggestions Robinson makes, and have seen some results. Not as fast as I would like, but that is most likely due to age of my son and my impatience.

[aisha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this back in college for a psych class-the author was also the professor. It's one that I'm planning to read again soon.

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this in college when i took a course from Paul Robinson. I loved the ideas on helping children develop positive behaviors mentioned here. I need to reread it.

[Valerie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely fabulous parenting book!

[Elissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

His anecdotes were compelling, but his conclusions never cited research in a way that I could find his methods credible.

[Debbie Larsen · Rating 5 out of 5]

My husband and I read this as we were raising our 5 children, and it helped us a ton!

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book is a must read for parents and teachers.