Articles Written by Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. From Isnare.com http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Linda+Bress+Silbert%2C+Ph.D.+And+Alvin+J.+Silbert%2C+Ed.D. Ten Ways You Can Promote A Sense Of Responsibility Education Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=245276&ca=Education Timothy walked into STRONG Learning Center for his tutoring session, but that day he was too distressed to begin his schoolwork. "Every morning I have to wash my face, get dressed, comb my hair, brush my teeth, and eat breakfast," he blurted. "And my mom wants me to feed the cat too! How many chores... Promoting Genuine Self-Esteem In Your Child Parenting Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. Sat, 12 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=243105&ca=Parenting Promoting self-esteem in children is an ongoing process for parents. By adding just one word — genuine — the focus is sharpened and the process is more clearly defined. Genuine self-esteem is based on true worth and accomplishment, whereas 'inflated' self-esteem, the opposite, results from heaped on... Self-Esteem Grows When Kids Feel They Belong Family Concerns Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=240595&ca=Family+Concerns Want to boost children's self-esteem? Include them; really make them part of the family. Make them feel important, because they are important. But, don't stop there; help them become part of the school and local communities as well. BELONGING TO THE FAMILY Here is an example of how a young lady with... My Child Is A Poor Test Taker: How Can I Help? Education Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=238385&ca=Education As this is a common problem, we hear it often. Here is a typical case, including our advice for her. The advice is general, so it'll be useful for others. Mom: "My daughter does well on her homework, studies for hours, and then does poorly on her tests. She's just not a good test taker. Is there any... Strategies To Help You And Your Child Survive Homework Education Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. Sat, 22 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=235887&ca=Education Is homework wreaking havoc in your home? If the answer is YES, then finding the real causes behind the homework problems, and taking steps to resolve them, will improve both school success and family harmony. How do we know? Homework is the single biggest issue affecting home life, according to many... 12 Great Memory Strategies For Better Grades Education Linda Bress Silbert, Ph.D. And Alvin J. Silbert, Ed.D. Fri, 14 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=233536&ca=Education "I forgot." "I can't remember that." "I sit down to take a test and my mind goes blank." "I'm not a good test taker." These are all things students say when they forget assignments or don't do well on tests. All of us, students and non-students alike, forget important things. This happens when we do...