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Advice on How to Deal with Child Stealing
... of her own or did she prior to stealing and then loosing the privilege? ... it was listed as "Parent Abuse" and not child abuse!!! At the age of 18, ...
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- I'm going to disagree with most people and say to me is sounds almost like OCD or kleptomania. There is always a chance that she really can't fight the impulse to tak...
- I use to work at Juvenile Court several years ago. I know there are several programs out there for kids. I don't remember the names of them now, I use to remember....
- I am a mother of 5 and grandmother of 12, two of which I am raising. It has been my experience that when a child developes a behavioral problem that seems unwarrented...
Husband Is Pushing Me Away....?
If he isnt beating you or verbally abusing you or putting you or your ..... Or that having a family and a spouse is a privilege; a precious prize that they ...
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- C., I really think you should communicate your feelings to your husband. It seems as if both of you have a problem with that. It is good you do not "nag", but where ha...
- I'm so sorry to hear that C.. Maybe you should go to a therapist on your own if he won't go with you. A good therapist should be able to offer you some direction and a...
- C., It's easy to become naive when you want something so badly...the husband, the family, the life. You have to open your eyes and start protecting what little of ...
Need Help with Daughter Being Picked on and Beat up by a Boy at School
You need to discuss with your job that your daughter is being abused at school, ..... but you and your daughter have the right and privilege of being ...
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- As a teacher I feel it is our (teacher, principal, school, aide, etc) responsibility to keep the kids safe NO MATTER WHERE THEY ARE on the school property. That princ...
- This is more common than you know and the school is very responsible for your child and her safety. Is there another class she can go to. If not then meet with whoever...
- At this point you need to contact your local police department to see if they can help. Your child is being assalted at school and the school system has failed to pro...
Day Care Provider and TV
Just don't over use or abuse TV watching to try and get lesser important things ..... Now, watching their shows or a movie is a privilege they have to earn. ...
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- Hi C. Good for you being media saavy. This is tough decision and you may need to change child care providers. If this lady has been doing this for years, you may no...
- I have had the same concern with my provider and unfortunatly I just have to continue to be on her about it. It makes me expecially nervous since we are coming up on W...
- Wow, it kinda sounds like you are with my OLD daycare provider! : ) It was just my 3 month old son and a toddler that really should have been in preschool. I had the...
My Sons Father Does Not Pick Him up or Call Him
I believe this IS mental abuse but mental is so hard to prove in court so you .... Reality is he is a grown man, and has the privilege of making his own ...
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- B., I am so sorry that your ex isn't capable of "growing a set" himself and being the compassionate father that his son obviously needs. I totally agree that your ...
- I really feel for you and your son. I think that you might make a journal of everytime that the ex misses and what you have done. Not only will this protect you if he ...
- I am sorry to hear this is happening to you. I wish that I had some words of wisdom. But you are doing the best you can. Keep it up. I would however see if you can fin...
Working Parents , Stay at Home Parents, Single Parents.
I had the privilege of staying home with my kids but that was pretty much dependant on ...... "Breaking the Curse: Unraveling the Secrets of Family Abuse" ...
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- Hi D.! I am a stay at home mom, and personally feel everyone's situation is different.We all have to make the same decision when our little ones are born. Some deci...
- You are right it is a PERSONAL choice. I worked all through my sons first year of life. At first I felt a bit guilty but not for long, my son LOVED going to daycare ...
- I am a stay at home mom, by choice. There are days when I envy moms who work outside the home. It can be overwhelming to be around my kids 24/7. Sometimes I wish I...
8 Year Old Refusing to Do What She Is Told.
Asked by S.L. from Kansas City
on June 6, 2008
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My daughter will turn 8 in August. She's a great kid in so many ways and I am proud of her. She is doing exactly the same thing all my other kids did. She thinks so...
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- Well S., I don't really know what to say. I'm going to assume though that she is still being homeschooled and that being said, maybe the teacher needs to come in (me...
- I don't have an eight yea old, but I nanny for two girls just turned 10 and 11. Something that has helped me (and their mom) is to have responsibilities mapped out fo...
- This sounds pretty familiar to me! My youngest daughter does this, and so do my older ones sometimes. I think part of it is a control issue maybe mixed with a streak ...
Frustrated 3 Year Old from Broken Home
Asked by F.G. from Kansas City
on September 19, 2009
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My sister-n-law takes care of her 3 year old grandson 24/7. Her daughter also lives in the home and doesnt take much interest in him. The father of her grandson does...
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- As much as we would like to sit our kids down and have an adult-like conversation with them, that is just unrealistic. I would highly suggest looking into the 1-2-3 M...
- honestly, the grandmother may need to consider requesting full custody of the child....& remove the mother (I know it's her daughter) from the house. I know this soun...
- Hi F., I've worked at a couseling center for the last 4 years with kidos 3 to 21. My job was working directly with kids in their homes or schools. They were reffered t...
Need Help W/ Teenagers
Asked by C.R. from Modesto
on July 19, 2008
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Hi, my two teens (plus, I have two younger ones-- ages 10 and 9yr) are really disrespectful to me. They curse in front of me, say things that are rude and just seem ...
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- Hello C., My name is J. and I too have had a similar run in with my oldest daughter Amy, who is now twenty. I sympathize with you as I know being a single parent wi...
- I raised two children who are now adults. I was not particularly strict by most people's standards, but I insisted on respect for each other. I made it clear to both c...
- 1. Force them into counseling. You go, too. Yes, they may sit there and not speak at first, but eventually they will. And you need someone to help you to get through t...
9 Yo Son Hates Me, Adores Father He Rarely Sees
Asked by A.M. from Austin
on February 28, 2008
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My subject heading is provocative, but I tried to sum things up in a nutshell. I know my son loves me but he is sooooo much more critical of me than his father and I ...
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- I'm so sorry you are going through this. Here's what I think, though: your son dotes on dad b/c he is afraid dad will leave and it will be his and your fault. He ...
- Speaking child from a broken home, your son is acting out because he is angry and upset. The first thing children do is blame themselves, then as a self defense mecha...
- Well, I hate to say it, but you're doing what's best for your child by setting limits and boundaries and while he may not appreciate it or understand it now, someday h...
