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Impact of praise, an inside view I've been on board with limiting praise for my kids ever since reading Unconditional Parenting by Alfie Kohn. But I didn't undestand the internal impact of praise until recently.	What science says about using physical force to punish a child There is overwhelming evidence that physical punishment is both ineffective and harmful to child development.
Punishment or child abuse? "The indictment last week of the N.F.L. player Adrian Peterson by a Texas grand jury for reckless or negligent injury to a child has set into relief the harmful disciplinary practices of some black families. Mr.	Mirroring Describing what you observe is happening in a non-dramatic, non-judgemental tone of voice is called "mirroring" and can be used as a positive discipline tehcnique as well as an attunement excercise in learning how to respond with sensitivity.
Teens don't rebel against parents I think if I had had a more open, respectful communication with my mother, we would have had a better relationship.	12 alternatives to spanking and time-out If you have read the benefits of skipping spanking and time-out in favor of other ways to guide children but are not sure where to start, here are 12 alternatives that give parents and children a chance to address choices and situations with the... read more
‘Gentle parenting’ explainer: no rewards, no punishments, no misbehaving kids "In a piece in The Conversation, ... read more	Spanking and the Golden Rule The good news is that there is so much more that we know now about child development and brain development that there are so many more options for parents and caregivers that really do work so much more than spanking ever did -- and keeps... read more
Choosing a Preschool The thought of sending my first child to preschool always had me worried.	Editor's Pick: Astrid Lindgren on "Never Violence" A well-known author, Astrid Lindgren, author of Pippi Longstocking, was less known for her activism. She was especially vocal about her views of world peace in the context of parenting.

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