Private space Give your children a place to be alone and call their own. Respect their privacy, particularly their physical privacy. Teach respect Teach your children to respect the rights, bodies and properties of other people. If so, talk with someone before these feelings get the better of you. Call a minister, a friend or a professional counselor.
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Don't use sarcasm or kidding to point out weaknesses. Be positive and affirming. Spend more time doing things your child enjoys. Turn off the television. Do activities as a family.