•Limit the number of house rules so that you and your teen can stay focused on the most important ones. •Be sure your teen knows exactly what you expect and what the consequences of breaking the rules will be. •Monitor your teen’s behavior closely so you’ll know whether your teen is actually following the rules. •Be quick to notice and acknowledge when your teen has complied with the rules. •Make the punishment fit the “crime” when there’s an infraction. Ideally, it should be a logical consequence. •Avoid harsh or frequent punishment. It’s ineffective and may increase defiance and rule
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