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Discipline Starts with Positive Interactions

Effective discipline starts with a strong, positive relationship between parent and child.
Focus on positive interactions alongside discipline to maintain trust and connection.
Target only a few behaviors at a time and have a clear, pre-planned strategy for addressing them.
Some behaviors require immediate attention (e.g., hurting others), while others can be ignored when appropriate.
Effective consequences should be immediate, consistent, mild and brief.
Communication and alignment with co-parents or caregivers is essential to maintain consistency.

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