Dr. Gordon Neufeld is a developmental psychologist who consults with parents and professionals regarding children and their challenges. He offers a unique synthesis of developmental literature, coupled with an exceptional ability to make children understandable. He is widely recognized for his capacity to make sense of difficult, complex problems and to open doors for change. His approach is dynamic and refreshing, affirming the intuition of those he works with.
Children take their lead from their friends: being 'cool' matters more than anything else. Shaping values, identity and codes of behaviour, peer groups are often far more influential than parents.But this situation is far from natural, and it can be dangerous - it undermines family cohesion, interferes with healthy development, and fosters a…