Your Questions About Challenging Behavior, Answered

In this first Thriving Kids Q&A episode, 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 remorse
• Teaching respect, kindness, and standing up for others
• Whether there’s such a thing as “good” or “bad” behavior
• What to do when boys’ behavior becomes more destructive as they grow
• How to help kids recognize areas for growth without shame
• What to do when a high-energy child is sensitive to feedback

For more on this topic, check out our full episode with Dr. Caroline Mendel: How do I promote good behavior in my children?

Resources mentioned:

• Positive Parenting, Thriving Kids video series → childmind.org/positiveparenting
• Full podcast feed → childmind.org/podcast