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Teasing

Teasing is a child-sized weapon used to gain attention, create a feeling of power and superiority, or hurt the opponent with out leaving visible scars.
If the child being teased doesn’t seem bothered, then it’s OK to consider it harmless child behavior. Just ignore the behavior, or leave the room for a few minutes.
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Step-parenting

Remarriage and step-parenting is often a very difficult adjustment for both children and their parents. The suggestions may help stepparents to ease the fears children feel about their new family structure.

Be positive in your response.
Be understanding of the fear behind the anger.
Offer promise of warmth, friendship, and a special relationship that will not replace the [...]

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Praise and Self-Esteem

Plants need water to grow. Children need praise to thrive. There has been a lot written recently in the media about promoting self-esteem in children. Some experts say that praising kids continually is essential for promoting healthy self-esteem in children; others argue that too much praise leads to sloppy work habits and inflated egos. All [...]

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Lack of Time

Many parents worry about raising their children in today’s world. They report feeling dissatisfied with family life and list lack of time and negative influences of peers and media as conditions that inhibit their ability to protect their children. Parents are exploring ways to regain control of their family lives.
Here are some ideas if you [...]

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Helping Children Deal with Divorce

We have long reassured ourselves that children adjust to divorce. Although most adjust, as children of divorce will attest this period can be very painful. Adults can ease the way by following some basic rules:

Allow your children to love both parents. You may have unresolved issues but don’t make them the child’s issue.
Be sure the [...]

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