"With media playing a significant role in the lives of children today, it is difficult to shield them from scary images and one can never predict what will scare them. This book is an excellent tool filled with useful strategies for parents to share with their children as they help them cope with their fears.Praise for Teddy's TV Troubles "I think parents will love it and it definitely fills a need in the lives of children today! Bravo for a job well done! "
-- Rosemarie T. Truglio, Ph.D. V.P. of Education and Research for Sesame Street
"'Teddy's TV Troubles' is written in a warm, thoughtful and engaging style by one of the leading researchers on the effects of television on children's mental health and development. Based in decades of solid science, this book breaks out of academic inquiry and enters the lives of those affected most powerfully - our children."
-- Michael Rich, MD, MPH, Director, Center on Media and Child Health, Children's Hospital Boston/Harvard Medical School.
"This is an important topic which is of increasing relevance in today's world. The book suggests many excellent strategies for addressing children's fears. It will be useful in my practice and I recommend it highly as a resource for parents."
-- Amy M. Abramovitz, MSW, LICSW, social worker, Newton Public Schools, Newton, MA
"My daughter loved it! I really think it made her feel safe."
-- Sahara Byrne, mother of a 4-year-old, Santa Barbara, CA
"This book is a really important tool. I recommend it to all parents."
-- Leslie Hall, first grade teacher, Mullica Hill, NJ.
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