This volume contends that mathematics is a form of intelligent problem solving which plays an important part in children's lives. It also includes research on teaching and learning mathematics.

A guidebook to help children who: are trying to manage their too painful feelings by themselves; do not let themselves cry, protest or say that they are scared; are living with too many unresolved painful emotions from the past; have had disturbing, overwhelming or confusing experiences, which they have been unable to think through or feel through properly; are full of unexpressed feelings because expressing them feels far too dangerous; and are full of unmourned grief.

A guidebook to help children who: hurt, hit, bite, smash, kick, shout, scream or who are out of control, hyperaroused or hyperactive; can only discharge their angry feelings in verbal or physical attacks, rather than being able to think about and reflect on what they feel; and, are angry because it is easier than feeling hurt or sad.

Beginning with an analysis of what feelings of worthlessness are, this guide explores how adults should behave around children who suffer such feelings, before exploring ways of diagnosing, treating and managing low self-esteem and its associated symptoms.