In The Media

Dr. Selznick regularly appears on television, radio and in various publications to provide commentary and analysis of child learning and parenting issues. If you are a member of the media seeking review copies, high resolution photos, graphics or interview requests, contact (856) 673-4903.

Recent Media Appearances Include:

  • Wednesday, April 1, 2009
    SJ Magazine - The Shut-Down Learner

    Richard Selznick discusses Scott, a patient who, Since first grade, has struggled with school. Now, as a tenth-grader, school has been a series of struggles. Now, as a tenth-grader, Scott loves math and science and thrives with hands-on activities like building a catapult for a class assignment. Click here to read the complete article form SJ Magazine.

  • Saturday, March 21, 2009
    KYW-AM - Local Doctor's Book Helps Kids Connect With Schoolwork

    KYW/Philadelphia's John Ostapkovich featured Dr. Selznick's book that looks at why an awful lot of students get stuck in a self-defeating rut, and what to do about it. Click here to view the transcript on their website.

  • Friday, March 6, 2009
    BerksParents.com - New Book Aims to Help "Shut-Down" Learners

    What do you do when your child is becoming increasingly discouraged about school? What do you do when your child has a difficulty learning the basics skills – reading and writing at school? BerksParents.com discussed these issues and more with Dr. Selznick on their blog. Click here to read the complete article.

  • Wednesday, March 4, 2009
    PTA Parent Newsletter - Help for Parents with Kids Struggling in School

    The PTA Parent newsletter featured The Shut-Down Learner in the monthly newsletter for parents. Click here to read the complete article on their website.

  • Monday, March 2, 2009
    Middle Chamber Book Store Blog and Podcast - The Shut-Down Learner Workshop

    In this special episode of the Middle Chamber Books Podcast, we present a workshop with Dr. Richard Selznick, Ph.D., a nationally known psychologist, about his newly published book, The Shut-Down Learner: Helping Your Academically Discouraged Child. This workshop was recorded at Temple Emanuel in Cherry Hill, NJ, on Sunday, March 1, 2009. This podcast is also being cross-posted to the Temple Emanuel Podcast series as Episode #7 Click here to listen to the complete workshop on their website.

  • Sunday, March 1, 2009
    Education.com - When Learners Shut Down: How to Help Your Academically Discouraged Child

    Education.com provides parents of school-aged children with free access to information and resources to give them the answers they need — plus activities and articles that make learning together more fun for everyone. Click here to read their interview with Dr. Selznick.