Audiobook Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers by Gordon Neufeld in the ListenBook app
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Book description
Gordon Neufeld's Hold On to Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers represents a seminal contribution to contemporary developmental psychology, its relevance amplified exponentially within the digital age's pervasive peer influence ecosystems. This audiobook edition, meticulously rendered, transforms Neufeld's profound theoretical framework into an accessible, resonant auditory experience, thereby enhancing the delivery of its critical arguments regarding the erosion of parental authority in favor of peer dynamics. The authors compellingly articulate that the contemporary phenomenon of children prioritizing peer validation-intensified by social media algorithms and immersive gaming environments-constitutes a significant deviation from natural developmental trajectories, precipitating profound consequences: familial disintegration, compromised identity formation, and the emergence of anxious, alienated youth populations. As Mary Pipher, Ph.D., attests in her endorsement, the work offers "genuinely new ideas and fresh perspectives," a claim substantiated by Neufeld's application of attachment theory to the specific crisis of peer displacement. The audiobook format proves particularly efficacious here; the measured, authoritative narration facilitates the nuanced exploration of complex concepts like "the power of attachment" and "the necessity of parental presence," allowing listeners to absorb the intricate psychological mechanisms underlying the parent-child bond's fragility. Crucially, the inclusion of a new chapter directly addresses the accelerating digital peer culture, positioning the text not merely as a historical analysis but as a vital, actionable guide for the 21st-century parent. Neufeld and Maté's collaborative approach-merging clinical acumen with developmental theory-empowers listeners through practical, evidence-based strategies for "re-attachment," moving beyond diagnosis to cultivate the secure, enriching parental presence nature inherently intends. The narration avoids didacticism, instead fostering a reflective listening environment conducive to internalizing the work's urgent message. This audiobook transcends typical parenting literature; it functions as a necessary recalibration tool for modern caregivers navigating a cultural landscape where peer influence often supersedes familial guidance. Its scholarly rigor, coupled with the immersive qualities of the spoken word, ensures the critical insights regarding the necessity of parental prioritization resonate deeply, offering not just diagnosis but a tangible pathway toward restoring the foundational security essential for healthy child development. The National Parenting Publications Gold Award is unequivocally justified, reflecting a work that fundamentally reshapes understanding of the parent-child relationship within the current sociocultural milieu.
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Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
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Put your own cover on the wager
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Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
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