Ben Springer is an award-winning and nationally certified school psychologist. Dr. Springer is also the author of the popular books Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face (2018) and GPS: Good Parenting Strategies (2021). Dr. Springer has served in schools as an autism specialist, school psychologist, behavior specialist, and Director of Special Education. In 2017, Dr. Springer founded Totem PD, a professional development company for educators and mental health practitioners with Dr. Ben Belnap.

Preface
Overview: What This Book Will Do for You
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction: The Lentil Incident
1. The Roots of Aggression and the Coercive Cycle
2. What Does Not Work
3. The Triangle of Power: Systems of Prevention and You
4. Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face
5. Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
6. Optimistic Teaming
7. Bringing It All Together: The Step-by-Step "Happy Kids Don't Punch You in the Face" Process
Conclusion: Where Are They Now? Student Snapshots!
Appendices
Appendix A: The Coercive Cycle and How to Break It!
Appendix B: RIP Catharsis
Appendix C: RIP Corporal Punishment
Appendix D: The Better Reprimand
Appendix E: Differential Reinforcement of Incompatible Behavior (DRI)
Appendix F: Identifying Core Beliefs When Considering Discipline
Appendix G: List of Evidence-Based Screening Tools
Appendix H: Steps to Conduct a Basic Pilot (Feasibility) Study in Your District to Screen for Behavioral Problems in Students
Appendix I: Influence Tips From Robert Cialdini
Appendix J: Applications of RICH Theory to IEP Goals and BIP Goals
Appendix K: The Replacement Behavior Race
Appendix L: Reinforcement Checklist
Appendix M: Functional Behavioral Assessment Form
Appendix N: Sample Behavior Intervention Plan Write-Up
Appendix O: Behavior Data Infographic
Appendix P: "Hello There, Elephant" Worksheet
Appendix Q: Thought Replacement Exercises
Appendix R: Emergency Contact Information Form (Template)
References
Index