Child Discipline is NOT a Dirty Word, Not an Outdated Concept, and Certainly Not Your Enemy.
This is more germane now than ever, given our lives under COVID. Parents are often describing home where children struggle with acting out, losing
One of the most persistent struggles parents encounter is the battles that occur between siblings. And now, with siblings hanging out more than ever, many parents are reporting that life in a home is an endless struggle to separate and
Responsibility: The State Or Fact Of Being Accountable For Something.
In recent weeks, many teens have ended up spending more and more time in their bedrooms, alone with their phones. With no sports or school functions, parents have found little
Recently, several situations have reminded me of the importance of speaking to parents going through a divorce, particularly those with high levels of conflict. Repeatedly, we see that the literature is clear: Studies consistently show that divorce tends to cause
In the last few months, how often do you find yourself saying something like this? When talking with the kids, it begins with the phrase, “You need to” and ends with a variety of behaviors or tasks. Examples include:
Everyone is familiar with the idea of a ‘time-out.’ When used properly, giving a time-out to children will effectively help eliminate a wide range of behavioral issues. Time-outs often seem to be inadequate for certain situations, and usually, the problem
As the old saying goes, ‘The road to misery is paved with good intentions.’ It seems that many families are talking the good talk but failing to back this up with sound action. In today’s article, I will cover five
After the recent months of being cooped up inside, many of us feel ready to let go and have some freedom. However, when we honestly look back at your children’s lives, many have had little structure and much freedom. With
Many children and teens love to argue and negotiate. Many will argue about anything and everything, from what they should eat to when they should go to bed, as well as whether or not they should do their homework. Some
It’s that joyous time of the year when you often hear stories evoking gratitude and appreciation. And, it seems almost everyone is on board with supporting the value of gratitude and ‘believing in it.’ This is the third discussion of