Dr. Ross Greene’s philosophy, summarized in his book “The Explosive Child,” emphasizes that children behave well if they have the necessary skills. Lagging skills, such as flexibility, frustration tolerance, problem-solving, and emotion regulation, hinder a child’s ability to handle challenging situations, leading to withdrawal or explosions. Dr. Greene’s ‘Collaborative and Proactive Solutions’ framework guides parents in helping children develop these skills to effectively solve problems and navigate life’s challenges.

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