International School Counselor

When your child was younger, you probably planned most of his day. Now he needs more freedom—and more responsibility.
To help: •Offer privileges, but tie them to accountability. For example, if your child always does his home- work, let him choose a regular study time that works for him, such as after school or dinner. [...]

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Q: When I use consequences with my child, sometimes he begs for another chance. I can tell he’s sorry. Should I give in?
A: “It will never happen again.” “Next time, I’ll call. I really will!” Statements like these, coming from a child, sound familiar to nearly every parent. Many kids will talk and beg [...]

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