Has your child been caught stealing from you or someone else? Have you found them using your credit card for online gaming, taking money from your wallet without asking, or even taking big-ticket items from your house? The anger, disappointment, and lack of trust you feel can be destructive to your relationship. Empowering Parents coach... Read more »
It’s one of the hardest things parents deal with: even if you’re trying to raise your child the right way, as soon as he walks out the door, you know he’s going to be exposed to all sorts of negative—even dangerous—influences. From dress to attitude to a popular culture that says it’s cool to drink... Read more »
...do is take away his car. When you do that, you’re taking away the opportunity. It’s similar with younger kids. If they demonstrate that they won’t stop stealing money out of your wallet, take away the opportunity by putting a lock on your door or locking your purse in the trunk of your car. Opportunity... Read more »
Kids who are getting high, stealing, shoplifting, and acting out are making bad choices that may affect them for the rest of their lives. If your child is making these bad choices, it needs to change. But, unless something dramatic happens, people stay on the course they set during adolescence. And if the course of... Read more »
...believe most parents instinctively know where the line is between normal and inappropriate behavior. For example, if your child's behavior becomes verbally or physically abusive, if they're stealing, if they're coming home high or drunk, or they're not coming home at all, that's the line. Parents may be in denial for a while, but at... Read more »
...with a disorder or not. In this story, you will learn how to address bullying and physical violence against siblings, refusal to follow rules and take responsibility, stealing, cursing and manipulative and threatening behavior. When Caleb was an infant, his mom, Monique, would stare at him for hours. She'd go to his crib in the middle... Read more »
...be stated clearly and firmly. Your house rules should reflect your morals and values and provide a safe environment for everyone in the home. For example, no stealing or lying will be tolerated in your home. Curfews need to be met. Basic hygiene and respect for others' property are expected. And no drug or alcohol... Read more »
...or covers for, unsafe or illegal behavior must be addressed directly. If your child is lying about things that might be dangerous, involving drug or alcohol use, stealing, or other risky behavior, seek resources and support in your local community. Why Doesn’t My Child Care that Lying is Wrong? Adolescence is such a tough time: trying to... Read more »
...18 or 19. That rule never changes. Also, no drugs and alcohol, especially if you’re underage. That doesn’t change at 18 or 19. That’s the rule. And no stealing and no lying. I would keep those rules very clear because you don’t want to start having double standards with older kids, especially if you have other... Read more »
...things, he's going to have a hard time making it. In the end, that’s the reality for adult children. 16. What to Do If Your Adult Child Is Stealing from You Many parents have told me of their struggles with an adult child who steals from them, be it credit card theft, stealing money from the house,... Read more »