How to Create a Culture of Accountability in Your Home
by Megan Devine, Parental Support Line Advisor

Sudden Behavior Changes in Children <br />Part II: 7 Things You Can Do Today

The father's voice on the other end of the Parental Support Line sounded exhausted and overwhelmed when he said, "I know you told me that I have to hold my child accountable, but what exactly does that mean?"

It's an excellent question, and one that we receive often on the Support Line. You've probably noticed that we talk a lot about "accountability" in Empowering Parents, as well. But have you ever wondered what it really means to hold your child accountable?

December Articles:

"My Child Thinks He's the Boss!"
How to Get Back Control of Your Home
by James Lehman, MSW

"I Want It Now!" How to Challenge a False Sense
of Entitlement in Kids
by James Lehman, MSW

The Secret Life of Bullies: Why They Do It
—and How to Stop Them
by James Lehman, MSW

EP Blog: Top Ten Posts of 2009!

Here at Empowering Parents, it's our tradition to end the year with highlights from our blog. 2009 saw a lot of hot button issues that got you talking, including the troubling Sexting trend, news on ADHD, and even Octomom and the Gosselins. We hope you'll enjoy seeing which issues were the most intriguing to EP readers in 2009.

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EP Podcast Dr. Myers Tells You Which Activities Work Best for Your ADD/ADHD Child

	This month, Dr. Bob tells you which extracurricular activities work best to help kids with ADHD or ADD focus and manage their excess energy. (Some of his suggestions might surprise you!)

The EP Forums
Where Parents Empower Each Other

What Parents are Talking about Now:
This week, a mom writes in about her 12 year-old son with ADHD. She'd like to hear from people currently using The Total Transformation Program because she's wondering if it will help in her family's situation.

“I am desperately searching for some help for my son...he is totally out of control in terms of disrespect to siblings and my husband and myself …”

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	Newbie needing help for 12 y.o. son with ADHD
	10 y.o. daughter—lies and disrespect
	16 y.o. son out of control—don't know what to do
	Defiant 26 y.o. son/verbal abuse

One-Minute Transformations

*Establish a Complaint Time* Is your child a constant complainer? In this One Minute Transformation, James tells you how to manage the
endless stream of negativity and criticism.