Been caught sexting
Her teenage son is a great kid. He also sends racy text messages. Is this just a sign of the times, or is he a virtual philanderer? One mom shares her strategy for dealing with sexting.
Erica Reischer on "I hate you!"
Is it time for a stern lecture or a time-out? Neither. Parent coach and psychologist Erica Reischer says by taking this approach, you'll get beyond these three ugly words.
Tip #6: "You're not the boss of me!"
A statement like this, says the best-selling co-author of Hold On to Your Kids, suggests there's a disconnect between parent and child that needs mending.
Deborah Tillman on "I hate school!"
The star of America's Supernanny tells parents that unless it's a special case, they need to use a tough-love approach when kids voice this complaint.
Betsy Brown Braun on "You're not the boss of me!"
"In 10 years, when you can drive your own car and pay your bills, then you don't have to listen to a word I say," says child expert Betsy Brown Braun. But for now...
Tip #5: "You're not the boss of me!"
Adele Faber, co-author of How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, offers an approach for mutual problem solving, even with young kids.
Alfie Kohn on "I hate school!"
The author of The Schools Our Children Deserve says that giving a pat response to make children feel better or force them to go isn't the answer. There's a much better way.
5 questions about alcohol and drugs
Is offering a safe ride home always a good idea? Should you come clean about your own drug history? Experts address parenting dilemmas.
Madeline Levine on "I hate you!"
"Disagreement is tolerated. Disrespect is not," says psychologist Madeline Levine. Here's her advice on what to do when your child utters these dagger-to-the-heart words.
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