Every once in while, the issue of spanking reignites the controversy over whether it is an effective parenting practice or should be avoided. I blogged at […]
Preparation for Time-Out
As I discussed in my last blog, decades of research have shown that, when used correctly, time-out is an effective discipline strategy for the majority […]
What’s the Right Amount to Reward and Punish Kids?
To begin with, this is sort of a trick question. I’m not a big fan of punitive measures and other coercive means to get kids and teens […]
The Aftermath of Discipline on DadLabs
I recently was one of two psychologists interviewed for a segment on Dad Labs regarding how, as a parent, you should interact with your child […]