Expert Advice
Kids
When a Child Uses ProfanityHere's some advice on how to handle a seven-year-old who is using profanity he doesn't even understand.Kids
Out of Control at SchoolTalk to your pediatrician first if your child seems to be out of control at school.Kids
Punishing in PublicChildren will take advantage if they perceive that you're uncomfortable punishing them in front of others.Kids
How to Handle Lying IncidentTeens will always try to outwit everyone and distract the adults from the main issue. Set consequences for bad behavior and stick to them.Kids
Careless ChildSet up a simple system of rewards to help your child keep track of things.Kids
Twelve-Year-Old Telling LiesBegin by toning down the attention you give to your son's lying.Kids
Son Blames Parents for His ProblemsA skilled professional therapist/psychologist would never allow or encourage a child to blame his parents for his misfortunes and pain.Kids
Daughter Mistreats PetsMother is bewildered by her young daughter's mistreatment of pets.Kids
Eleven-Year-Old Is Out of ControlOur expert recommends comprehensive treatment, including intensive therapy for a troubled 11-year-old.Kids
Eighth-Grader Has Anger ProblemClassmates can be cruel, but anger over teasing needs to be addressed.Kids
Sixth-Grader Has Attitude ProblemsParents need to agree on some rules for their child, when an attitude problem sets in.Kids
Compulsive LyingLearn how to deal with a child who lies compulsively.Kids
Punishment by ExampleShould children who break the rules be held up as examples for the rest of the school?Kids
Child Caught StealingBe on the lookout for problem behaviors, even when your child is young.Kids
Acting OutDon't give up on a child who is acting out at school.Kids
Negative AttentionChildren may use past problems within the family as an excuse for causing trouble and for garnering attention.Kids
To Spank or Not to SpankPunishing your children by spanking them may only reinforce their negative attitudes.Kids
Worried About GradesLearn how to take the focus away from grades.Kids
Daughter Disrespectful to MotherWhen an 11-year-old starts exhibiting bad behaviors, her parent may be in for a long protracted process of establishing boundaries, expectations, and consequences.Kids
Making Discipline WorkGood discipline begins with a discussion of what is and is not acceptable behavior in your home.