Family Values: Relationships and Discipline

February 3rd Session
Facilitator: Peggy Kubert, LSCW

Parents that attended gained an understanding and perspective on adolescent development & how they can impact relationships & behavior. Topics discussed included how parents can...

• set limits and boundaries
• help their child understand the consequences of his/her decisions
• influence their child and their social and emotional development.

Facilitator Peggy Kubert provided the following to parents to think about prior to the session....

This session will explore how parents can establish a trusting relationship with their child, for it is in the context of love and respect that children will learn best to be responsible and independent individuals.

Think back to the your own childhood and remember how your parents disciplined you. Most likely it was through rewards and punishment. What is the difference between punishment and discipline?

Video: Decision Making Skills and Discipline

Below are a few links to articles on parenting styles. What type of parent are you? Does that differ from your spouse or partner? How will your parenting style effect your job as a parent?

• Four Styles of Parenting
• Parenting Styles and Its Correlates
• Parenting Styles & Children's Temperments: The Match