Every week, Dr. Beth Dawson addresses a personal problem asked by a parent/guardian raising adolescents. Her answer will be published here. All identifying details will be changed. This allows a parent to gain some coaching advice completely free of charge! If you would like some coaching advice from Beth, please send your problem to . Please put Ask Dr. Beth in the email subject box. You can remain anonymous – do not have to provide your real name.
Using aggression is not the best parenting style …
Hello, I’m worried that my parenting style might be too harsh for my teenage son. I raise my voice more often than I’d like, and I’m worried that my approach may be bordering on aggressive or bullying. I don’t want to be a strict disciplinarian, but sometimes it feels like the only way to get… Continue reading…
Dear Worried Mum, I feel for you, I really do!
Dear Dr. Beth – My 15-year-old is no longer attending school regularly and it’s really starting to take a toll on the whole family. This situation started last year when she would miss a couple of days off because she “had a migraine” or a “stomach-ache”. I didn’t think too much of it last year,… Continue reading…
