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The Five Love Languages of Children, Part 6: Quality Time

Quality time does not have to be a specific activity. Simple tasks such as making eye contact, eating meals together, or running errands together can help you connect with your child. Consistency is key in order to make your time spent together successful.

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Behaviors, Emotions, Happiness, Parenting, Relationships, TherapyAmanda Ramsdell, MFTiattention, balance, children, connections, coping, emotions, empathy, happiness, healthy, helpful, love, parenting, relationships
No Drama Discipline: The Principles, Part 4

When asking your child "why", ask it in your head first and use your curiosity to get your child to answer. Don't cause them to get defensive. Have more of an open and accepting mind.

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Behaviors, Coping, Emotions, Happiness, Parenting, Relationships, Stress, TherapyAmanda Ramsdell, MFTiadults, anger, attention, balance, behaviors, children, connections, emotions, empathy, frustrated, happiness, healthy, helpful, love, parenting, positive
Parenting 101: Positive Reinforcement, Part 1

The goal of positive reinforcement is to increase your child's positive behaviors and decrease unwanted behaviors. Positive reinforcement can be given through a statement, gestures, or physical rewards. Use this technique to make parenting easier. 

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ADD/ADHD, Behaviors, Coping, Emotions, Parenting, Stress, TherapyAmanda Ramsdell, MFTiADHD, adults, attention, balance, behaviors, children, coping, emotions, empathy, frustrated, happiness, healthy, helpful, hyperactivity, love, parenting