But a misbehaving child is a discouraged child. The most effective way to deal with misbehavior is to help children feel encouraged so their motive for misbehaving is removed.
Parents can model the value of a positive time-out, particularly with older children.
When Rick appeared, she realized anger had the upper hand. I've been worried. But right now I'm so upset that I need to take time out to calm down before we discuss what has happened. Jane Meredith Adams has been a staff writer for The Boston Globe and has written for numerous other publications. She is based in San Francisco.