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dren become responsible only by accepting responsibility.
2. Praise: “Seize every genuine opportunity that presents itself to tell your child about a job welldone,” Dr. Nelson suggests. “Children who receive praise for their accomplishments feel good about themselves.” She adds that children should also learn to praise themselves so they won’t have to depend on others for their sense of worth.
3. Choices: “Present your children with age-appropriate choices on a daily basis,” she said. At early ages, the choices can be between two acceptable things with the parent helping the child to examine the alternatives and to imagine the possible outcomes of the choice.
4. Personal interaction: “Hug your children, kiss them and tell them you love them every day,” Dr. Nelson advises. “Set aside regular times during the day to play with your children, and talk with them.” She added that watching television together is no substitute for true interaction and communication with family members.
Dr. Nelson feels that personal interaction is the most important gift of all. “The ‘I love yous’ are the biggest thing. Young people often say they wish they could express affection, but their parents didn't,” she
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