Getting it right this year: Failsafe tips for disciplining your kids
Parenting is undeniable a difficult job. As a child psychologist, one of the main issues I work on with families involves conflict between parents and their children regarding punishments. Kids and teens believe their parents’ punishments are antiquated or too extreme, while parents claim their kids are disrespectful and don’t follow the rules- regardless of the punishments they impose. The primary issue involved in this conflict is the distinction between discipline and punishment. Often times, people believe punishment and discipline are one in the same; however, there are important differences between the two terms. Discipline teaches a child about life [...]