Does your kid struggle with hearing no? In today’s episode, Dr. Roseanne Lesack and Dr. Jill Wilson tackle a topic every parent can relate to: the dreaded “no.” Whether it’s a toddler begging for one more treat or a teenager asking to borrow the car, saying no can be a struggle. How do we navigate those big reactions from our kids while standing firm in our decisions? We’ll explore strategies to try at home and follow through when you as a parent believe that the answer really should be no without creating bigger problems down the line. Let’s get started!
References: Mace, F. C., Pratt, J. L., Prager, K. L., & Pritchard, D. (2011). An evaluation of three methods of saying "no" to avoid an escalating response class hierarchy. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 44(1), 83–94. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.2011.44-83
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