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The Explosive Child

A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children

Ross W. Greene

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Three Parenting Options+
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Question 1 of 8
According to the text, what fundamental shift in perspective must parents of explosive children make?
  • A. From believing children act out for attention to believing they act out for control.
  • B. From thinking children do well if they want to, to realizing they do well if they are able to.
  • C. From focusing on harsh punishments to focusing on consistent reward systems.
  • D. From prioritizing the child's emotional needs to prioritizing strict household rules.
Question 2 of 8
What does the author identify as the primary cause of a child's explosive outbursts?
  • A. A lack of motivation to follow the rules.
  • B. A desire to manipulate parents and caregivers.
  • C. An absence of clear, consistent consequences.
  • D. Lagging skills and unmet expectations.
Question 3 of 8
Based on the guidelines in the text, which of the following is the best way to phrase an 'unsolved problem'?
  • A. 'Kicks and screams when it is time to get dressed.'
  • B. 'Difficulty completing math homework because he is lazy.'
  • C. 'Difficulty brushing teeth before bed.'
  • D. 'Difficulty getting ready for the day.'
Question 4 of 8
When is it appropriate to use 'Plan A' (unilateral adult decision-making) when dealing with a child?
  • A. When the child refuses to collaborate during Plan B.
  • B. When dealing with minor, everyday frustrations to establish authority.
  • C. When the child is in immediate danger or endangering themselves.
  • D. When you need to quickly solve multiple problems at once.
Question 5 of 8
What is the primary purpose of implementing 'Plan C'?
  • A. To punish the child by temporarily withdrawing parental attention.
  • B. To set aside a problem temporarily in order to prioritize and not overwhelm the child.
  • C. To compromise with the child by lowering your expectations permanently.
  • D. To transition from a reward-based system to a collaborative system.
Question 6 of 8
What is the main goal of the 'empathy step' in Plan B?
  • A. To explain to the child why their behavior is unacceptable.
  • B. To gather information from the child to understand why they are having difficulty.
  • C. To apologize to the child for setting unrealistic expectations.
  • D. To immediately brainstorm a list of possible solutions together.
Question 7 of 8
How should a parent frame their concerns during the second step of Plan B (Defining adult concerns)?
  • A. By focusing on how the child's behavior undermines the parent's authority.
  • B. By relating the concern to how the unsolved problem affects the child or those around them.
  • C. By listing the consequences the child will face if the problem isn't solved.
  • D. By explaining the psychological theories behind the child's lagging skills.
Question 8 of 8
Which of the following is a critical rule for the final step of Plan B ('Inviting a Solution')?
  • A. The parent must have a pre-determined solution ready in case the child has no ideas.
  • B. The solution must primarily satisfy the adult's concerns to maintain household order.
  • C. The solution must be realistic and mutually satisfactory for both the child and the adult.
  • D. The child must be allowed to dictate the solution to ensure they feel empowered.

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The Explosive Child Summary & Overview

The Explosive Child (2021) is a groundbreaking and scientific guide to dealing with children who react extremely to routine situations. Drawing on neuroscience and child psychology, Greene lays out a conceptual framework focused on the cause of the behavior, rather than the behavior itself. This framework can serve as a guide for frustrated parents who want to understand and address their child’s severe outbursts.

Who Should Listen to The Explosive Child?

  • Frustrated parents who feel like they've tried it all
  • Caregivers and teachers who are concerned by a child's violent outbursts
  • Anyone looking for a fresh and compassionate perspective on children's problematic behavior

About the Author: Ross W. Greene

Ross W. Greene, Ph.D., is a professor and New York Times best-selling author concerned with helping the families of children with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. He is the creator of Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS), an evidence-based treatment for understanding and reducing these developmental difficulties. His other books include Lost at School and Raising Human Beings.

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