Members of the Mormon Church have long been recognized for strong family values. Mormon Parenting Secrets: Time-Tested Methods for Raising Exceptional Children contains basic parenting principles that people of any faith can utilize to more effectively connect with their children. Author Flint Stephens explains that like most parents, he and his wife struggled with the parenting process. A fifth-generation Mormon, Stephens said that examining the parenting methods of his grandparents and great-grandparents revealed lessons he could employ to be a better father. He also writes about dealing with current problems like entitlement, pornography, substance abuse and more. “Our ancestors didn’t read books or take courses on effective parenting,” Stephens said. “Yet most people would agree that they seemed to do it better than today’s adults. The reality is that they probably weren’t better parents, but the lifestyles and society that existed then were more conducive to helping children become responsible adults.” Being a good parent remains a high priority among the majority of young adults, according to a 2011 Pew Research study on millennial generation adults (today’s 18- to 29-year-olds). By tapping into the principles outlined in his book, Stephens said he believes more parents can achieve that objective. This book explains how parents today can understand and apply basic principles to more effectively connect with their children. The complexities of modern society make parenting more challenging than ever before. For parents struggling with problems like entitlement, idleness, disrespect, anger, or other other challenges, this book may provide some solutions. With the information provided, you can help your children become responsible, reliable, helpful, kind and more. It won't cost a lot of money and you don't need a degree in psychology. You do need to love your children and be willing to sacrifice time and effort—things you are probably already doing. While the book draws heavily on LDS philosophy and teaching, readers from a wide range of backgrounds can relate to the principles and experiences described.