A dynamic, humorous and celebrated speaker, Maggie Mamen is in great demand for presentations to a wide variety of audiences on all issues — from the extraordinary to the everyday — that complicate contemporary family life. Dr. Maggie Mamen has been in your home and you've been in hers! Dr. Maggie Mamen is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Nepean, Ontario, who specializes in working with children, adolescents and their families. In addition to teaching university courses on child development and exceptional children, Maggie has worked at Carleton University, the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and the former Carleton Board of Education, and was the first elected president of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. Maggie is the author of three books and numerous articles for lifestyle magazines and industry publications, and has appeared on radio and television programs across the country. KEYNOTE AND TRAINING TOPICS TO CONSIDER: Square Pegs and Round Holes * New Topic Classroom teachers are faced with the full range of learning styles and exceptionalities, and are somehow expected to cater to every individual student's needs within a rigorous curriculum. This session explores ways to understand some underlying issues of personality, cognitive and communication patterns that can help bring order to the chaos. The Pampered Generation: Implications for the Future * New Topic With the current cohort of children and adolescents growing up expecting the world to adapt to its needs, there are implications not only for individual mental health, but also for society at large. This presentation addresses the bigger picture generated by well-intentioned but child-driven parenting and teaching philosophies, and looks at what can be done to maintain a healthy balance for future generations. A Delicate Balance—Work and Family Life Managing conflicting demands and dealing with priorities Diff'rent Folks, Diff'rent Strokes Different personalities and how they affect communication and group dynamics; relevant for team building, small groups, couples and families Who's in Charge? Regaining control when children have "taken over" at home; relevant for parents with children of any age Getting to Yes—or Even to Maybe Negotiating with children (or not); suitable for parents with children of any age Surely This Can't Be Normal! Understanding the ups and downs of growing up and how they affect family dynamics; relevant for parents of pre-teens and teenagers In the Best Interests of the Children Parenting after separation/divorce; also suitable for blended families The Pampered Child Syndrome: How to recognize it, how to manage it, and how to avoid it Some of the best-intentioned parents have given their children’s wants and demands priority over marital or family harmony, financial considerations, respect and common sense. With the encouragement of some professionals and the enthusiastic support of the media, manufacturers and marketers, some children are being empowered to the point where parents feel helpless and ineffective—and children have an authority and power they are ill-equipped to handle. These children are at risk for serious social and psychological difficulties. ACCOMPANYING RESOURCES BY MAGGIE MAMEN: (Click on book cover for more information)