There are quite a few behavior programs for kids and teens who act rebelliously and defiantly towards their parents. Behavior programs are usually more inexpensive than counseling or therapy, and sometimes more effective because a parent is working and administering the program one on one with their child. The parent and child learn to relate better together, and how to solve some common problems in a respectful manner. Behavior programs are created by therapists and counselors who believe in their work and the system with which they created.
The discipline that you administer to your child might be fueling their rage even more. You probably have seen this, and you have probably changed your discipline tactics to something else you though might work. And then, your child got even angrier. This is not common at all in parenting. This is actually very common, even if you feel like you are the only one looking for help. You’re not the only one looking…trust me.
When choosing an at-home behavior program for your child, set your expectations. Truthfully, your child’s behavior doesn’t change in one hour, or one day. This is something that takes time. Did it take time for your child to learn how to respond in a defiant manner? Yes. It will take time for your child to learn how to respond in a loving manner. Once you begin the behavior program for your child, expect to see some results between two and six months. These programs utilize the parent as the counselor for both the parent and child. You will have to study it, implement it, and pursue it, even when you become overly frustrated with not seeing results. I promise, if you keep going through thick and thin, you will see amazing results from your hard work.
There are many child behavior programs to choose from. Once you choose one, and once your child sees that they can behave in a respectful manner, and also once they see the encouragement and happiness that flows from respect, they will want to live that way more often. As you encourage that behavior with your child, they will change.
Jordan Adams and his mother offer resources for parents of defiant children and teens. On their website, you find informative articles with parenting advice, free interviews with parents, and programs, including a review of The Total Transformation.
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