How to Discipline Children Without Spanking | Parents

Learn how to discipline children without spanking with Parents Magazine! You are your child's role model, so using physical force is the last thing you want your child to imitate. Studies show that children who are spanked show more aggressive behavior than kids who aren't spanked. Take some time to learn positive parenting techniques. Here are some alternatives to spanking -- ignore attention-seeking behavior, pay attention to good behavior, redirect your child to a more appropriate activity or behavior, give your child choices, teach consequences that make sense, and use time-outs for serious offensives. Keep these parenting tips in mind when disciplining your child! Subscribe to the Parents channel: http://po.st/SubscribeToParents About Parents: We’re here to help moms and dads raise happy, healthy kids—and have A LOT of fun along the way. Parents features information about child health, safety, behavior, discipline and education. There are also stories on women's health, nutrition, pregnancy, marriage, and beauty. It is aimed primarily at women ages 18–35 with young children. Follow us today to become the best parent you can be! Official Parents Website: http://po.st/ParentsOnline Follow Parents on FACEBOOK: http://po.st/ParentsOnFacebook Follow Parents on TWITTER: http://po.st/ParentsOnTwitter Follow Parents on PINTEREST: http://po.st/ParentsOnPinterest Follow Parents on INSTAGRAM: http://po.st/ParentsOnInstagram