Dr. Faye Snyder, Originator of THE CAUSAL THEORY

Scott Snyder, also known as Scott Clifton, is Ron and Faye Snyder’s only child. Dr. Faye Snyder wrote The Causal Theory by which Scott was raised. The theory is presented five times annually at The Institute for Professional Parenting (TIPP) and is available with a notebook on video tape and CD as The Miracle Child Parenting Series.

Dr. Snyder founded TIPP in 1988 when Scott was only four so other parents could enjoy parenting as much as she and Ron enjoyed parenting Scott. Thus, Scott was raised to be a “miracle child.” That is, he would be ethical, humble, authentic, good natured, happy to be alive, and capable of achieving that to which he aspired, whatever it was.

“I would have been in trouble if he didn’t turn out according to plan,” says Dr. Snyder wryly. “I’d have to go back to the drawing board, if he didn’t represent the theory well. I would have been shocked if it didn’t work out, but the truth is, I’m in awe that it did.”

Two classes in the nine-week series are actually taught by Scott, himself. One is still taught by Dr. Snyder, who always attends the graduations, as well. The other lectures are taught by Master Teachers, all of whom have come to parent and live by what they teach.

Born on Halloween in 1984, Scott, now 21, is a regular contract player on General Hospital. He was a 2004 Emmy Nominee for best young male actor (under the age of 25) his first year in the role of Dillon Quartermaine. He was nominated again in 2005 and 2006.

Scott is also an accomplished debater, essayist, and he is also a singer songwriter, who will probably have a recording contract by the end of 2006. His music manager, John Sloat, was scheduled to shop a deal in 2004 after Scott finished his first demo of five songs. Scott showcased his material at BB Kings February 12, 2005 as a benefit concert for TIPP, shortly after his music manager, John Sloat, died. Back to one.

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