Focus on Better Behavior

Using discipline rather than punishment allows teens to learn from their mistakes or misbehavior. Punishing only motivates teens through fear of being punished in the future. They are more likely to listen and change their attitude when they learn proactive skills that teach them responsibility. Parents must help teens develop the ability to respond to [...]

This is a common behavior in children. It allows them to assert their power and get attention. It can also be a result of their inability to solve their own tiffs. Teach them the difference between telling and being a tattletale, they may have trouble telling the difference between protecting someone from harm or getting [...]