Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, arguing about extended family matters in front of your children can, in many cases, be considered a…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective When one spouse harshly corrects the other in front of the children, it does more than just undermine…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, absolutely. Expressing contempt through non-verbal cues like sighs, eye-rolls, or dismissive gestures in front of your children…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, repeatedly bringing up your spouse’s past mistakes in front of your child, especially during moments of frustration,…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, even if your words themselves are not abusive, raising your voice during a disagreement can still impact…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, when a child starts using adult phrases from emotionally charged moments, it is almost certainly a reflection…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, absolutely. Even without shouting, speaking through gritted teeth or with a passive-aggressive tone can be deeply unsettling…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, when a child uses the phrase, “forget it,” to end a difficult conversation, it is very often…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Hearing your child use the same controlling tone that you use to ‘keep the peace’ can be a…
Dealing with Disagreements in Front of Kids
Parenting Perspective Yes, a consistently short or clipped tone of voice during stressful periods can foster emotional hypersensitivity in a…