We Generation

"A must read …Michael Ungar’s book is rich in advice and anecdotes showing how we can help kids avoid the trap of ‘me, mine, and more’ and embrace instead ‘us, ours, and enough.’" Barbara Coloroso

In the age-old lament about “the kids these days,” a disturbing new charge is emerging. It is becoming increasingly evident that we are raising a generation of selfish, self-centered kids with a gigantic sense of entitlement. It is bad for them and bad for society.

In We Generation, Michael Ungar reassures parents and educators that they can acquire the skills to raise children to think “we” in “me” thinking times. He shows through stories from his clinical work with families and from research around the world that children want to connect. They want to be touched: physically, emotionally and spiritually.

In his warm, compassionate voice, Michael Ungar provides practical suggestions on teaching children responsibility, and fostering respect and altruism. He also provides concrete suggestions on how parents can remain connected to their children at the same time that they want and need to separate. He argues persuasively that forging connections at home is still the best way to protect kids from the dangers of early sexual activity, drug abuse, delinquency and other risky behavior.  

Michael Ungar is a Professor of Social Work, and a marriage and family therapist, based in Halifax at Dalhouseie University. He is internationally recognized for his work in more than a dozen countries on resilience and at-risk youth.

Dr. Ungar is also the author of several previous books including: Too Safe for Their Own Good: How Risk and Responsibility Help Teens Thrive (McClelland & Stewart, 2007; Les Editions de L’Homme, 2008; Allen & Unwin, 2008), and Playing at Being Bad: The Hidden Resilience of Troubled Teens (McClelland & Stewart, 2007). He appears regularly on radio and TV and is in demand as a lecturer and keynote speaker at conferences and workshops for parents and professionals. For details see his web site www.michaelungar.com