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the complete question and answer given by a Kids Inc. professional.

When should I seek professional help for my child?

My husband and I are going through a divorce. How can we make things
easier for the children?

My child lies to me all the time. Why does he/she do this and what can I
do about it?

My child is being bullied at school. How do I handle it with my child? With
the school?

How do I know if my child's tantrums are normal or his fits of anger are a
bigger problem or concern?

I have a 5 year old son that is completely out of control....

When is spanking appropriate to teach a child safety boundaries? Is it
ever?

My 7 year old son seems to be struggling with anxiety and panic...any
suggestions that can help him ?

Are there things that I can do to i mprove my child's responses to peer
pressure situations so that he won't keep "following the crowd" so to
speak?

Are electronic toys, even educational ones, good for young children ?

I have a rule in my house that my kids need to put away one toy before
they take the next toy out. However, no matter what I try-- taking the toys
away , giving them treats, putting them in time-out-- they still don't
remember to put those toys away without me nagging them and standing
right on top of them. Any suggestions of what might work for a 4 and 3
year-old?

Answer—

provided

by Allan Gonsher, President, Kids Inc.

This is obviously a difficult task for young children. BUT, an essential one

that we need to begin teaching our children at a very young age. The best

way to begin is limiting the amount of toys that are available for our

children. In today's world, unfortunately, kids have too much

entertainment. Crayons,clay,puppets, a few games,blocks, NO

ELECTRICAL TOYS (even if they are educational), etc. are fine. Next, you

have to "oversee" their play. There are times that you will need to "Help"

them put back the crayons,blocks, etc. They will not be able to do it by

themselves. Instead of letting them take out all the toys, limit how many

toys are available. Instead of "reminding" them, help them. Instead of

getting upset, make it a game. Whatever you do, you have to do it over

and over again. Perhaps 3 weeks to see if it works. Try it. Let me know

how it turns out.

My 3-year-old son is still wanting to sleep with my husband and me every
night at bed time. What is the best way to handle this?

Parenting Questions and Answers