Some children think they’re the center of the universe, and behave as if everyone should revolve around them like the planets orbit the sun. From the 10-year-old “diva” who demands center stage at all times to the 17-year-old who takes out his frustrations on his family when his girlfriend breaks up with him, this attention-seeking [...]
Read MoreArchive for July, 2009
Stop the Show: Putting a Lid on Your Child’s Attention-seeking Behavior
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009“F— You, Mom!” How to Stop Your Child from Cursing in Your Home
Wednesday, July 15th, 2009Don’t pick up that bar of soap yet! James Lehman, MSW has great advice for parents on what to do when their child has a foul mouth, from generalized cursing to verbal abuse.You: “Why didn’t you do your homework?”
Your child: “I hate f—— school. I hate my f—— teacher.”
You: “Don’t talk to me like that!”
Your [...]
Trapped in a Screaming Match with Your Child? 5 Ways to Get Out Now
Monday, July 13th, 2009If yelling worked, parenting would be easy, wouldn’t it? We’d simply shout, “Do it!” and our kids would comply. But here’s the truth: it doesn’t work. I’ve told parents, “Look, if screaming at your kids was effective, I’d be out of business. You’d just be able to yell at your child and he’d change. Or [...]
Read MoreDoes Your Child Say This? “You don’t love me.”
Saturday, July 11th, 2009Does your child use guilt to manipulate you? In this month’s issue, James Lehman, creator of The Total Transformation Program for parents, shows you how to deflect the guilt by using an effective response that puts the emphasis where it should be: on your child and the importance of following family rules.
“Why can’t I [...]
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