Reward vs. Punishment
The carrot works better than the stick when it comes to getting kids to succeed academically. read more
May 2, 2001
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Seven-Year-Old Is Acting Out
Most families benefit from professional advice when a child becomes difficult to handle. read more
December 14, 1999
Seven-Year-Old Is Angry and Violent
When anger and violence reach uncomfortable levels, it's time to seek some professional care. read more
June 12, 2000
Seven-Year-Old Is Stealing
After catching her seven-year-old stealing, a parents wants to know if she reacted appropriately. read more
March 1, 2000
Sixth-Grader Has Attitude Problems
Parents need to agree on some rules for their child, when an attitude problem sets in. read more
March 5, 2002
Solve Temper Problems
Focus on positive behavior to help your child with temper problems. read more
March 22, 2001
Son Blames Parents for His Problems
A skilled professional therapist/psychologist would never allow or encourage a child to blame his parents for his misfortunes and pain. read more
March 20, 2002
Son Confesses Mistakes
When a child confesses to misbehavior, he should know that your disapproval does not threaten your love for him. read more
August 16, 1999
Fourteen-Year-Old Ran Away Twice
A mother wonders how she can best deal with a 14-year-old daughter who has run away twice. read more
August 17, 1998
Fourth-Grader Forged Mom's Signature
The teacher and school therapist are very concerned that a child so young would forge a signature; should the mother be worried, as well? read more
March 29, 2000
Four-Year-Old Sticks Her Tongue out
Get advice on how to handle a problem behavior in a four-year-old. read more
August 17, 1998
Gifted Eight-Year-Old Is Lying
Lying is common behavior in children, but it can be a serious problem. Ask yourself: How frequently does this behavior occur? read more
July 31, 2001