The Oprah Winfrey Show
How To Raise A Thinking Child

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Does your child struggle to fit in or make friends? Or maybe your son or daughter is worried about being teased or bullied at school?

Today, Oprah and psychologist Dr. Myrna B. Shure show parents ways to help their children develop the inner strength to solve problems and make good decisions for themselves.

Dr. Shure shares insights about how to raise a less frustrated, less angry, a more "connected" child. Helping your child think through...
Being teased or bullied
Lying and acting out
Trouble making friends

Getting along with siblings


Dr. Shure says spanking, demanding, yelling and commanding eventually fail as your child becomes immune to their effect. Questions to ask yourself...

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