This lighthearted book presents research-supported principles for positive behavioral management and includes humorous anecdotes, parallels to real-life situations, points to remember, and suggested readings.

Introduction -- Asking the right questions -- Just say "yo" -- Have a plan -- The importance of bonding -- If you don't beat them, they will never learn -- Meeting developmental needs -- Move those buns! -- The anxiety trap -- Find the function -- Don't be an old yeller -- Let them eat cake--if it reinforces their behavior -- Nurturing -- Bag it, but don't tag it -- You say "tomato," I say "abnormal" -- Positive power of the group -- Moving past misbehavior -- Challenges for children today -- Using finesse -- The inevitable attack -- Calling for help -- Conclusion: every therapy has a success story.