Make a short list of important rules and go over them with your child. Avoid power struggles, no-win situations and extremes. When you think you've overreacted, it's better to use common sense to solve the problem, even if you have to be

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  One way to encourage good behavior is to use a reward system. This works best in children over 2 years of age. It can take up to 2 months to work. Being patient and keeping a diary of behavior can be helpful to parents.  Choose 1 t

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How do I stop misbehavior? The best way to stop unwanted behavior is to ignore it. This way works best over a period of time. When you want the behavior to stop immediately, you can use the time-out method.   How do I use the time-o

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  Normal behavior in children depends on the child's age, personality, and physical and emotional development. A child's behavior may be a problem if it doesn't match the expectations of the family or if it is disruptive. Normal, or "good&

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How long will it take to toilet train my child? It may take up to 3 months. It is important for you to be patient and supportive. Do not punish your child when he or she has an accident. If your child is not toilet trained within 3 months, consult

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  After your child has become comfortable with flushing the toilet and sitting on the potty chair, you may begin teaching your child to go to the bathroom. Keep your child in loose, easily removable pants. Place your child on the potty chair w

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Do not start toilet training until both you and your child are ready. You are ready when you are able to devote the time and energy necessary to encourage your child on a daily basis for at least 3 months. Your child is ready when he or she can sign

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Your son or daughter's lunch box may have more in it than that juice box and peanut butter sandwich you packed this morning. Experts tell WebMD that lunch boxes as well as backpacks can harbor germs that cause colds and flu. Here are 10 tips to keep

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Children catch about eight colds a year. Combined, they lose nearly 22 million school days due to the common cold alone. With so many children in one place and sharing supplies, it's no wonder that the classroom can be a breeding ground for the germs

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Fortunately, CONCERTA can make a difference. A medical study was conducted with school-aged children with ADHD between 612 years old. It revealed that those who had taken CONCERTA showed significant improvement on math test scores and completed more

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Parents can help a child with ADHD achieve academic success by taking steps to improve the quality of the child's homework. They should make sure their child is: Seated in a quiet area without clutter or distractions. Given clear, conci

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Children with ADHD need consistent rules that they can understand and follow. If children follow rules, they should be rewarded. Children with ADHD often receive, and expect, criticism, but their good behavior should be sought out and praised. Parent

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As your child matures, it is important to involve them in setting expectations, rewards and consequences. Empowering them in this manner will improve their self-esteem and reinforce the concept that they are ultimately the masters of their own beh

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As much as possible, give clear instructions and explanations for tasks throughout the day. If a task is complex or lengthy, break it down into steps that are more manageable, keeping in mind that as the child learns to manage their behavior, the

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Provide a consistent routine to the days and structure to the environment. Let them know when the routine is changing or something unusual is going to happen, such as a visit from a relative, a trip to the store or a vacation. Give your chil

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Learning behavior management techniques is considered to be an essential part of any successful ADHD treatment program. Most experts agree that combining medication treatments with extended behavior management is the most effective way to manage ADHD

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  A temper tantrum is an unplanned, unintentional expression of anger, often with physical and verbal outbursts; it is not an act to get attention, as is commonly thought. During a temper tantrum, children typically cry, yell, and flail their a

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  Your child must be both physically and emotionally ready for toilet training. Most children are ready when they are between 22 and 30 months of age, although every child is different. Toilet training usually becomes a long and frustrating pro

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A "well child" check-up should include a developmental screening test. If your child's pediatrician does not routinely check your child with such a test, ask that it be done. Your own observations and concerns about your child's development

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