Are you dealing with behaviors like yelling or swearing when your child doesn't get their way or want to do something you asked?
Yelling, and even swearing, are common ways for kids to try and solve problems. When they don't like a limit you set or are trying to get out of doing something they don't want to do, yelling and/or swearing is a tool many kids use to try and bait you into an argument. It's easy for parents to get pulled in because the behavior can feel so disrespectful.
In the articles below, you'll find ways to effectively respond to yelling and swearing and stop it for good.
If 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: yelling doesn't work. I tell parents that if screaming at our 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 more »
Swearing is everywhere in our culture. But as parents, you get to decide the culture of your home, and I recommend to all parents to establish a culture of respect and no swearing. Establish this culture for the sake of a peaceful and respectful home. But also realize that children who know how to act... Read more »
