Psychology Today | 15.09.2026 05:31
We have found in our conversations with parents that they talk about how much they love their children even while they might be in our offices to sort out intense conflicts with them. Not uncommonly, parents have regrets about getting overly harsh or losing their temper with their child. It is understandable to feel frustrated when your child will not do what they need to do, like brush their teeth, get into bed, or any other of a myriad of things a child can decide they want to do their way, not yours. Struggles between you and your child are inevitable, natural, and when handled skillfully, can be important learning moments for everyone.
