What is effective guidance and discipline?

Effective guidance and discipline focus on the development of the child. They also preserve the child’s self-esteem and dignity. Actions that insult or belittle are likely to cause children to view their parents and other caregivers negatively, which can inhibit learning and can teach the child to be unkind to others.

Why are positive guidance and discipline important?

Positive guidance and discipline are crucial because they promote children’s self-control, teach children responsibility and help children make thoughtful choices. The more effective adult caregivers are at encouraging appropriate child behavior, the less time and effort adults will spend correcting children’s misbehavior.

Does a discipline strategy work with a child?

Children are unique and so are the families in which they live. A discipline strategy that might work with one child may not work with another. Effective guidance and discipline focus on the development of the child. They also preserve the child’s self-esteem and dignity.