Your Questions About Challenging Behavior, Answered
Podcast:Thriving Kids Published On: Thu Jul 24 2025 Description: In this first Q&A edition of Thriving Kids, Dr. Dave Anderson answers real parenting questions about kids’ behavior — what it is, how to shape it, and how to support children through challenges.We cover:How to handle lying, even when kids show no remorseTeaching respect, kindness, and standing up for othersWhether there’s such a thing as “good” or “bad” behaviorWhat to do when boys’ behavior becomes more destructive as they growHow to help kids recognize areas for growth without shameWhat to do when a high-energy child is sensitive to feedbackFurther readingCommon Causes of Behavior Problems in Kids – Child Mind Institute Why Do Kids Act Out? – Child Mind Institute Why Kids Lie and What Parents Can Do About It – Child Mind Institute