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Lawrence J. Cohen Ph.D.

About

Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D., is the author of Playful Parenting, an award-winning book that has been translated into 18 languages. He is also the author of The Opposite of Worry, which addresses the anxieties and fears of children (and parents). Larry is also the co-author of two books on children’s social development: Best Friends Worst Enemies and Mom They’re Teasing Me. His most recent book, co-authored with Anthony DeBenedet, is Unplug and Play: The Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Roughhousing with Your Kids.

Together with his wife Liz, Larry teaches parenting skills and trains parent educators worldwide. They have two grown children and two grandchildren, and two dogs and two goats.

Recent Posts
10 Terrific Turnarounds for Parents
Tired of hearing yourself saying the same things over and over to your children? Want to know why these repetitions aren't effective? Ready for some new ideas? This post offers some fresh new alternatives to build connection and cooperation.
Imaginary Friends for Grown-Ups

Have you ever felt you could use more support as a parent, but the people around you are unavailable? We can access imaginary supporters who can give real support.

Have you ever felt you could use more support as a parent, but the people around you are unavailable? We can access imaginary supporters who can give real support.

Small Problems, Big Feelings

When we understand why children have giant feelings about tiny problems, we can have more empathy and understanding.

When we understand why children have giant feelings about tiny problems, we can have more empathy and understanding.

I’m OK, You’re OK, We’re OK

Children need to know that they are secure, that their parents are stable, and that the relationship is solid.

Children need to know that they are secure, that their parents are stable, and that the relationship is solid.

The Paradox of Empathy

What do you do when your child is overwhelmed with a painful emotion? Here are some tips to resolve the empathy paradox.

What do you do when your child is overwhelmed with a painful emotion? Here are some tips to resolve the empathy paradox.

5 Free Toys For Your Kids

The best toys for brain development, creativity, and problem-solving are everyday objects such as pillows, blankets, nature, and the contents of your junk drawer.

The best toys for brain development, creativity, and problem-solving are everyday objects such as pillows, blankets, nature, and the contents of your junk drawer.