Counseling the Defiant Child

Mordock John B.

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Counseling the Defiant Child

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Basic Guide to Helping Troubled and Aggressive Youth

by Mordock John B.

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you had the power to understand why some kids act out and push every boundary? Imagine stepping into the shoes of someone who helps these children find a better way to express themselves. But what happens when the usual rules don't seem to work, and the challenge gets even bigger?

Themes

Child & Developmental PsychologyCounselingPsychologyFamily

Quick Assessment

This book explores the challenges and strategies involved in counseling children who are defiant or aggressive, particularly those in the latency age group (roughly 6-12 years old). It provides insights into developmental psychology and the complexities of behavioral issues during this stage, making it suitable for older middle-grade readers interested in psychology or helping professions. The content is educational and focused on understanding child behavior rather than fictional storytelling.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

227 pages
ISBN
9780765702609
Pages
227
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published
January 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Child & Developmental PsychologyCounsellingPaediatric MedicinePsychiatryPsychologyHandbooks, Manuals, EtcPsychotherapyChild & AdolescentDevelopmentalChildMental HealthPsychology & PsychiatryChild PsychologyCounselingChild PsychotherapyCounseling ofProblem ChildrenHandbooks, Manuals