Jonathan Caspi, PhD, LCSW, Montclair State University, NJ

“Be nice to your sister!” “Stop picking on your brother!” “That's a time-out for both of
you." When nothing works to stop the incessant battles, what can exhausted parents
do? Sibling expert and family therapist Jonathan Caspi offers research-based insights
and highly practical advice in this supportive, compassionate guide. Clear principles,
dos and don'ts, and loads of stories give readers a fresh understanding of why siblings
fight and what to do about it. The book shines a spotlight on family dynamics. Dr.
Caspi explains how to quell sibling struggles without taking sides, ways to make kids
feel valued without comparing them, when to intervene (and when to step back), how
to handle parenting-related couple conflicts, and ways to teach kids the crucial
relationship skills they need.

•Real-world answers to bickering, tattling, "Mom, tell her to stop!" and other perennial
battles.
•A leading expert shares evidence-based tips and over 30 years of clinical experience.
•With workable solutions and insights on spotting typical versus harmful interactions,
families can tame the chaos.
•Parents learn how they may be fueling sibling fires, and the steps they can take to
break free.
•Instantly relatable stories bring to life the dos and don'ts of supporting healthy sibling
bonds.