Part One
1. My children can predict the consequences of their actions with a high degree of accuracy.
2. My children know they have to perform certain things they don't want to do in order to get access to things they do want to do.
3. My partner and I present a united front regarding rules and discipline to our children.
4. I adjust my communications to my child to his/her level of understanding, taking his/her age into account.
5. I am friendly and loving with my children yet I have established myself clearly as a respected authority figure in their lives.
Part Two
1. I choose rewards and punishments based on what works.
2. I reward my child for good behavior.
3. I parent without guilt.
4. I am sensitive to not over-scheduling my child.
5. I render discipline without anger.
Scoring: If you answered "false" to any questions in part one or part two, there are things you can do to more effectively discipline your child.
Advice
# Avoid some common parenting mistakes.
# You may be using forms of discipline that are ineffective at your child's age.
From The Show
* Are You Disciplining Your Child the Wrong Way?
Related Links
* Biggest Mistakes Parents Make
* Questions to Ask Before Spanking
* What to Do When You Disagree on Discipline
* Listening to Your Child's Bad Behavior
* Five Steps to Disciplining Your Child
* The Pros and Cons of Spanking
* Stop Spoiling Your Kids
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