FOR THE 90'S Parents want to get away from the autocratic, authoritarian style of parenting that their parents used in raising them. Used with Permission Shirley King, parenting columnist Boise Family Magizine. Parents need to let go of the idea of controlling their children. They can control the situation and use consequences instead of punishment. Used with Permission Shirley King, parenting columnist Boise Family Magizine.
Most parents are familiar with the term power struggle.
It definitely is a struggle for power between the parent and the child. Both are feeling frustrated, powerless, and are fighting to get a sense of personal power and control in their lives. Used with Permission Shirley King, parenting columnist Boise Family Magizine. Are those children who are overly indulged with toys and video games missing out on an essential quality. Used with Permission Shirley King, parenting columnist Boise Family Magizine.