How Deal W/Parents

When you're an adult, getting along with your parents can be every bit as difficult as it was when you were growing up. This practical guide-written by an expert in the field of family conflict and communication-will help. Full of personal accounts, it identifies the kinds of problems you may be having-and helps you develop a plan to solve them. Learn how to: * Handle unwanted advice; * Stop old dead-end arguments; * Understand the reasons they're still trying to "fix" you; * Fight the five paralyzing fears that keep you at odds with them; * Break free from guilt games; * Cope when they won't accept your loved one; * Survive family gatherings-in five easy steps; * Experience the joy and satisfaction of an improved bond with your parents. -a quote from the back cover