This is a really interesting discussion. Personally, I don't think that there is one form of discipline that works for ALL children. I have kids who respond really well to time-out. They HATE missing anything and those few minutes of watching without participating is sheer torture. I have other kids who would sit in there all day but one "look" and they are back in line without ever having to say a word...I have another child who will not "hear" me unless I am on his level. Although, I am fairly certain that he has some ADHD issues.

In any case, I think it is important to find the right leverage for the individual child.

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