Punishment reward method is a part of conditioning psychology. It helps to bring about behavioral changes in individuals and improves the achievements of children.
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I worry about my daughter's stealing habit. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter has just turned seven. She has a strange habit of stealing. She steals at school, in grocery stores, and at home. She is not allowed to go to a friend's house because I am afraid she will steal there too. She steals stupid things like candy bars, gum, erasers, pencils, and li... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please do not worry. Many children in your daughter's age bracket steal. Those children do not know that the act is called stealing and it should not be done or it is socially embarrassing, etc. For them, they are taking something which they liked, of course, ... Read Full »