Positive Discipline Success Story – “I Need Your Help”
Positive Discipline Success Story – “I Need Your Help” The following is a success story. So, my 2 year old (25.5 months old) has been giving me such a rough time with diaper changes. She has always been wiggly, even as a baby, and we do cloth diapers so it takes that much longer to […]
Distract and Redirect
Distract and Redirect by Dr. Jane Nelsen A Positive Discipline Parenting Tool Card Children under the age of three do not understand “no” in the way most parents think they do. (And a full understanding of “no” doesn’t occur magically when the child turns three. It is a developmental process.) “No” is an abstract concept […]
Positive Time Out
Positive Time Out An excerpt from Positive Time-Out Many parents and teachers say “Go to your room (or to the corner) and think about what you did.” I’m amazed that many adults don’t know the answer when I ask, “Do you know why that is a ludicrous statement?” They come up with all kinds of responses […]
The Science Behind Applied Behavior Analysis Treatment: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Treatment Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding and changing behavior. It is widely recognized as one of the most effective treatments for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. ABA treatment focuses on analyzing behavior in order to identify the underlying causes […]
ASK FOR HELP
ASK FOR HELP by Jane Nelsen and Mary Nelsen Tamborski Excerpt from the Positive Discipline Parenting Tools Book A Positive Discipline Tool Card Telling children they are capable is not effective. They must have experiences where they feel capable. 1. Children feel capable, belonging, and significance when they contribute. 2. Look for every opportunity to say, “I […]
Limited Choices Teacher Tool
Limited Choices Teacher Tool Excerpt from Positive Discipline in the Classroom by Jane Nelsen, Lynn Lott, and H. Stephen Glenn Many difficult problems seem easier to solve when choices are presented as solutions. As the teacher, you can help your students succeed by offering an appropriate choice between at least two acceptable solutions. The key words here are appropriate and acceptable. […]
No More Logical Consequences (at least hardly ever) Focus On Solutions
No More Logical Consequences (at least hardly ever) Focus On Solutions by Dr. Jane Nelsen During a class meeting, students in a fifth grade class were asked to brainstorm logical consequences for two students who didn’t hear the recess bell and were late for class. Following is their list of “consequences:” The students were then […]
New Certified Positive Discipline Trainer Candidate
New Certified Positive Discipline Trainer Candidate I am continually awed by the passion and commitment of people who want to become Certified Positive Discipline Trainers. Asma Saloom recently sent her “Letter of Intent” to join the PDA training program. I was so touched and impressed that I asked for her permission to share parts of […]
Spanking: Will the Debate Ever End?
Spanking: Will the Debate Ever End? Why do parents spank? In most cases it is because they love their children and really believe spanking is the best way to teach them to improve their behavior. In other words, they believe spanking = good behavior. The sad part of this equation is that it is not […]
Modeling Control for your Children
Modeling Control for your Children Control Your Own Behavior It would be nice if parents would keep in mind that you can’t expect your children to control their behavior when you don’t control your own. Try teaching yourself some self-control tools just as you would your kids. 1) Watch the video on “Flip your lid,” to understand […]
