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This program contains general recommendations for managing aggression in young children. Some children's behavior may warrant approaches that are different than those described in this program. This program should not be used as a substitute for consultation with a professional. See your health care provider or other appropriate counselor if you have any questions about your child's behavior.

Play Nicely™ is an option for anyone who helps take care of young children. The program has widespread applicability to many, including parents, child care workers, teachers, health care professionals, counselors, researchers, lecturers, and others.

Program content for the 50 minute Play Nicely program has partly been derived from material from three organizations: the American Psychological Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Input has been obtained from dozens of experts in the areas of pediatrics, child psychology and early child education. Due to their "front-line" experience, the author has given particularly strong weight to input from experienced teachers.