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Ten Questions to Ask Before You Punish

  1. Will this punishment teach my child better decision-making skills?

  2. Does this punishment change the misbehavior?

  3. Does this punishment reduce the need for more punishment?

  4. Am I getting angry when I punish?

  5. Is this punishment part of a plan? Do I use it impulsively?

  6. Am I getting even? Will this punishment humiliate or embarrass my child?

  7. Am I being consistent?

  8. Will I follow through immediately (except when I am angry)?

  9. Is this punishment reasonable and fair?

  10. Have I tried positive remedies first?

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From How to Behave So Your Children Will, Too!. Copyright © Sal Severe, 2000. Used by arrangement with Viking Penguin, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc.

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