Spanking, removing privileges and verbal reprimand are possible forms of punishment, but are they the best way to discipline your child? According to “How to To Discipline Your Child” from Positive Parenting Solutions, we often misinterpret the term “discipline” with punishment, but the word “discipline” comes from the Latin word “disciplina,” which means “teaching, learning.” Parents should always focus on teaching their children constructive lessons, beyond simply punishing out of anger or frustration. The form of discipline you use should reflect the age and maturity of your child as well as the misbehavior.

Here are some suggestions on how to properly discipline your child: 1) Set boundaries and make sure you enforce them, 2) Be reasonable, 3) Give yourself a timeout before you react, and 4) Make sure that your child understands exactly why he or she is being punished. To find out more information about how to discipline children, click on this link. Remember actions do have consequences.