Although the principles on which it is based are timeless, The New Dare to Discipline is revised and expanded to address parenting in today's modern context. Dobson offers to his readers his game plan and philosophy for parents to understand their children. Dobson believes the principles of love and control must be in balance to facilitate healthy development in children. Dobson's child rearing philosophy is rooted in the Judeo-Christian system of values. Also included in this book are a question and answer section and drug survey information.