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Behavior Modification
"Don't
let the name scare you. Behavior modification is simply teaching your child to
realize the consequences of their behavior (bad or good). Before long they
will make the right choices on their own! It's extremely effective, and
when done correctly, no one gets hurt in the process". My favorite techniques are
redirection, positive reinforcement, choice therapy and lots of praise, if all else fails we count."
Please note: As Dr. Phelan points out in his book 123 Magic, children will
try to test and manipulate us once we change/improve our parenting
techniques. Be prepared to point out when they are:
- Using
the sweet and like technique (i.e.: I cleaned my room and washed the
dishes, can I please xxxx),
- Badgering
(i.e.: asking for it over and over),
- Using
intimidation or threats (i.e.: If you don't let me xxxx I'm going to
run away),
- Using
the martyrdom technique (i.e.: I never get anything, Susie's parents
just bought her xxxx), etc.
Dr. Phelan strongly suggests you
finish reading his book before changing your techniques. I agree. In
addition to reading his book I also took the Parenting class offered at
the DuPage County Health Department
(which was based on his book). It not only strengthened my understanding
of the techniques, but it offered a support system. Every little bit
helps!
Behavior Management: Strategies Understanding (on line course)
http://universalclass.com/i/crn/2346.htm
Behavior
Modification in the Classroom
www.ldonline.org/ld_indepth/behavior/behavior_modification.html
Behavior
Modification Techniques for ADD/ADHD
add.miningco.com/cs/behavioraltherapy/
CARS
for Kids...Credit and Reward System
www.about-oppositional-defiant-disorder.com/
Positive
Parenting Products & Other Fun Stuff
www.webehave.com/behavior.htm
SNet
Internet - Issues on Education; Behavior Modification
www.snet.net/features/issues/articles/1998/05150101.shtml
Thomas
Phelan, the author of 123 Magic
Subscribe to his on line newsletter thomasphelan@mindspring.com
www.ThomasPhelan.com
What
Works - Ideas from Parents; ADHD Behavior Modification Techniques
www.familyeducation.com/whatworks/item/group-index/0,2554,1-9126,00.html
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