Nancy Adler Jones

The Fear Equation: Solving a Complex Parent-Teacher Problem

Many teachers find themselves challenged by the dynamics of the relationship between administration, parents and themselves.  The Fear Equation is an insightful article that describes the psychological issues any teacher brings into the arena of the school conference and offers useful coping strategies.  It also describes the psychological issues that parents bring into the relationship, […]

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Sun, September 20 2009 » Teachers » Comments Off on The Fear Equation: Solving a Complex Parent-Teacher Problem

Stress May Not be Bad for You

I’ve been concerned about the guilt people feel these days about the stress they experience.  This guilt leads to more stress. less self-efficacy, and diminished self-esteem.  These Newsweek articles offer a more balanced perspective about stress. Click here to read the articles.

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Sun, September 13 2009 » Stress » Comments Off on Stress May Not be Bad for You