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We as a society have long realized there isnt one right way to raise a child.
While someparentsprefer to be strict and enforce rules, others choose to be more permissive and lenient.
While some are more cautious and involved, others can be more laid back or distant.
The only thing that matters is that the chosen parenting style supports childrens healthy growth and development.
Such parenting style uses rigid discipline, which often is justified as tough love.
This may sound harsh, but most authoritarian parents mean well by this.
They think that stern discipline will raise capable, well-rounded, and high-achieving people.
However, in the long run, this can negatively affect kids.
Helping around the house also gives them the skills necessary to function on their own.
A child who has never cooked or cleaned their room isnt prepared to live on their own.
While teenagers already resemble adults, their brains arent yet fully developed.
Their ability for rational decision-making is still evolving so they dont always make the best decisions.
When disciplining teenagers who have avoided doing their chores, its best to lead with patience and thoughtfulness.
If, for example, they dont do laundry, they shouldnt do it for them.
This will quickly make them realize the chores importance, as theyll no longer have clean clothes to wear.
Another option experts suggest is to limit their access to technology until their responsibilities are taken care of.
The most important thing is to enforce such consequences calmly, without harming family relationships.
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