
Name-Calling - Ask Dr Sears
Aug 23, 2013 · Name-calling is a put-down and it deserves an apology that builds the child back up. When we hear that “brat” word come out of our mouths, we back up, hug the child, ask her to forgive the name-calling, and reassure her that we love her and think well of her.
10 Reasons Not to Hit Your Child - Ask Dr Sears
Sep 4, 2020 · Tongue-lashing and name-calling tirades can actually harm a child more psychologically. Emotional abuse can be very subtle and even self-righteous. Threats to coerce a child to cooperate can touch on his worst fear—abandonment. (“I’m leaving if you don’t behave.”)
Bothersome Behaviors - Ask Dr Sears
Mar 24, 2025 · The Sears Family discusses different methods in correcting bothersome behaviors exhibited by children of various ages.
Spanking | Ask Dr. Sears
Tongue-lashing and name-calling tirades can actually harm a child more psychologically. Emotional abuse can be very subtle and even self-righteous. Threats to coerce a child to cooperate can touch on his worst fear—abandonment. (“I’m leaving if you don’t behave.”)
Benefits of Nature in Your Daily Life | Ask Dr Sears
Apr 6, 2018 · These are some of the reasons I have been “prescribing” 15 minutes of nature each morning to all of my patients with certain brain issues (ADD, Anxiety, Depression to name a few). A vigorous walk, outside, in the morning sun. I call it my triple-morning therapy because we are taking care of three needs at once:
Drug Recall: Phenylpropanolamine - Ask Dr Sears
Sep 3, 2013 · All drugs containing PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE are being recalled. You may want to try calling the 800 number listed on most drug boxes and inquire about a REFUND. Please read this CAREFULLY. Also, please pass this on to everyone you know.
Feel Good Book Reviews - Ask Dr Sears
Feb 18, 2025 · Coming Soon! This page will soon highlight some of the things our readers have to say about our new book called Feel Good! Your 5-Step Plan for Lasting
12 Ways to Raise a Confident Child - Ask Dr Sears
Dec 21, 2020 · 5. Address Your Child by Name. What’s in a name? The person, the self—little or big. I can still remember my grandfather impressing on me the value of using and remembering peoples’ names. This lesson has proved profitable. One year I was a pre-med student competing with a bunch of marketing majors for a summer sales job.
Cuts, Scrapes and Stitches - Ask Dr Sears
Aug 28, 2013 · Apply a non-stick gauze pad over the cream or ointment. One brand name is called Telfa, but you can use any non-stick gauze. Tape or wrap gauze over this pad. For small scrapes, you do not need to meticulously follow all these steps. Simply use the peroxide and an antibiotic ointment, and try to prevent a scab from forming.
Parenting Shy Children: Personality Trait Not Fault - Ask Dr Sears
Sep 10, 2020 · Calling her “shy” can make them over solicitous, as though there is something they should do to “help” or fix it. If you are going to visit Aunt Nancy and you want your quiet child to make a good first impression, avoid the temptation to …