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"...contrary to popular belief, the main reason that children today talk back to their parents is not because of something that parents are doing wrong – but because of something they are doing right. Over the past couple of generations, there has been a revolution in parenting practices – harsh forms of punishment are not longer considered acceptable."The elimination of harsher forms of punishment ("the switch" or hard smacks across the face) means that kids aren't scared of their parents. But it also means they're likely to be more sensitive to the suffering of others. One of the best ways a parent can respond when a teen talks back is to not respond. If you ask a question and get a sarcastic response ask the question again, and keep asking until you get a response that's appropriate.
Labels: punishment, pushovers, respect
posted by ByParents-forParents at 11:30 PM
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"According to a recent survey conducted by Data Development Worldwide for Anheuser-Bush, 98 percent of parents agree that it's never OK for parents to buy alcohol for their own teens and other teens at parties or gatherings. Unfortunately, some parents say 'yes' when faced with this situation. Research has found that two-thirds of teens who drink say they get alcohol from their parents or other adults."The Roper Youth Report, an annual survey of teens, reports that 74 percent of teenagers consistently name their parents as the number one influence on their decision to drink or not. Read more online.
Labels: influences, parenting, pushovers
posted by ByParents-forParents at 3:52 PM
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