Somewhat paradoxically, parenting programs should focus on the behavior of the parents not the behavior of the children.

A parenting program should focus on parent's attitudes to themselves, their children, and the relationships they are building with their children.

Spending time with the child or adolescent in mutually enjoyable activities on a regular basis will help to build warmth and trust.

Somewhat paradoxically, parenting programs should focus on the behavior of the parents not the behavior of the children.

The best way for parents to go about acquiring a mind-set of self-reflective parenting will be different for different individuals. Some people will find that they are already very close to being the parent they are striving to be. Other people will find reading books or blog articles to be very helpful and some other people might benefit most by engaging in discussions on the internet.

Sometimes offering support and making yourself available when the child or adolescent is ready to talk can be the most helpful you can be.

One of the premises of parenting might be that the job of parents is to teach their kids to get along without them.