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Timeouts can cause misbehavior
Most parents nowadays try not to use physical punishment, which they know undermines kids' self esteem. Many experts advise using timeouts to "calm" kids down and correct bad behavior. But any child...
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Teenagers Suck: Teaching responsibilities and chores
How can you teach your teenager how to take responsibility and help out around the house? By channeling your inner teen, of course! Authors Joanne Kimes and R.J. Colleary with Rebecca Rutledge, PhD...
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Six-year-olds: Development, behavior and parenting tips
Understanding your 6-year-old requires a basic understanding of what is happening developmentally. This is the age when your child's personality really begins to shine, while their little bodies...
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Finding the right therapist for your child
Whether your child is experiencing overwhelming anxiety, suffering with an eating disorder or struggling to “fit in” in school, a professional child therapist may be able to help. Whether your child is...
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Winning against whining
With two kids under the age of 5, there are evenings when I’m mentally counting the moments until bedtime brings an end to the whining. The whining isn’t working for any of us — it’s driving me mad,...
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Skip the sass
A sassy attitude can start slowly and then quickly snowball into full-blown brattiness. Here's how to curb your child's backtalk. A sassy attitude can start slowly and then quickly snowball into...
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Stop being the good cop
Always trying to be the good guy when you parent isn't the best way to get your kids to do what you want. Find out how to reinstate yourself as the "bad cop" and watch your kids' behavior improve....
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How to get your toddler to stop biting
Though it's not uncommon for toddlers to bite, it's definitely not acceptable behavior either. If you have a toddler who is in the habit of biting, follow these steps to help your child stop. Step 1:...
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Stranger discipline: Does it cross the line?
Sometimes you are out in public and your kids are acting more unruly than you would like. You are doing your best to keep things under control when a stranger feels the need to step in and discipline...
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Parenting a daredevil
Some kids seem to come out of the womb absolutely fearless. They’re the ones climbing tall structures when they can barely walk and doing jaw-dropping stunts that make parents wince. But don’t worry —...
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E is for Extrovert: Parenting an outgoing child
If your child is an extrovert — super social, talkative, craves high-engagement play — a little insight into how he sees the world will help you know what he needs from you. Is your child an extrovert?...
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Raising a sensitive child
Does your little one burst into tears at the drop of a hat? Does he always feel like someone’s laughing at him? Learn how to nurture your sensitive child and when you should talk to your pediatrician....
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Does your child have groom gloom?
Do you ever wonder why your child doesn't want to shower? It's time to stop pulling out your hair over his dirty mop and get him to hit those showers — willingly. The anti-clean kid?Do you ever wonder...
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Does my child need therapy?
When a child’s life becomes complicated for any reason, it may be helpful to visit a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in family issues. Learn what kinds of situations may warrant extra...
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When it stops being cute: Behaviors you should nip in the bud
Behaviors that are developmentally-appropriate at age 2 stop being cute at 8 and can become quite obnoxious at 15. As children mature, they often outgrow behaviors such as tantrums, whining or picky...
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Managing ADHD without medication
ADHD meds often change a child's personality — creating what many kids with ADHD refer to as a zombie state or making them more aggressive. But you can reduce the outbursts and increase attention span...
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Consistency: The golden rule in good discipline
Whatever family rules you prioritize, values you want to instill or behaviors you wish to decrease, there is only one major rule that must be followed to see any change. That one golden rule is...
View ArticleSibling bullying hurts, too
Bullying by a sibling can be just as damaging for kids as being bullied by a peer, a new study shows.
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Do you hear from parents, teachers or other children that your child disrupts activities or bothers others? It can be a tough pill to swallow, but the best solution is to help your child develop better...
View ArticleDon't let your child become a bully
For every child who experiences bullying, there’s a bully or a group of bullies out there. How did those children become kids who hurt other kids? The answer is rarely simple. During National Bullying...
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