From Dr. John Gottman comes Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child—a modern guide to raising healthy and emotionally intelligent children—with a foreword by Daniel Goleman, New York Times best-selling author of Emotional Intelligence.Based on 20 years of research at the University of Washington studying parent-child interactions, award-winning research psychologist John Gottman and his team have developed Emotion Coaching—a technique parents can use to teach their children self-awareness and self-control and to foster good emotional development. This proven technique has demonstrated a positive effect on children's physical health, academic achievement, and emotional well-being.Among the issues this program explores: Emotion Coaching: the key to raising emotionally intelligent kids How to assess your parenting style Key steps and strategies for Emotion Coaching The effects of marriage and divorce on your child's emotional health The crucial role of fathers in families Dr. Gottman's research has shown that children who learn to master their emotions have more self-confidence, do better in school, and have a better chance of living happy, emotionally healthy lives. Filled with practical and common-sense advice on how to become an Emotion Coaching parent, this is a how-to guide for parents interested in helping their children grow into "emotionally intelligent" people.