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Can words worry kids?

Article Abstract:

Toddlers may not verbalize what they hear, but they are seriously impacted by the nuances in voices, and the violence voiced on television. How children play may show how they are affected. Parents should be aware of what they say around children, especially in the second year of their great growth.

Influence, Child development, Family violence, Domestic violence, Violence in television, Television violence

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Power struggles and how to avoid them

Article Abstract:

Clashes between parents and children can be avoided by knowing the reasons behind children's stubbornness. Disobedience indicates the emerging desire for independence among children. Parents should stick to the child's disputed actions and refrain from making personal comments.

Methods, Children, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Parenting

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Enough is enough, already!

Article Abstract:

Parents need to balance the desire to be generous with their parental role of teaching children to appreciate receiving and possessing. Parents should also recognize that childrens' desire to own may only be evidence of their desire to fit in with their peers.

Gifts, Materialism

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