As parents navigate the ups and downs of child and teen behavior, it’s common for them to feel frustrated when their child responds in ways that seem rude or defiant. Often, this frustration leads parents to label the behavior as “disrespectful.” However, focusing on “disrespect” as a broad, catch-all behavior can be problematic for several reasons. It’s vague, subjective, and can shift attention away from more specific, actionable behaviors. Instead, parents are encouraged to target specific actions, words, and behaviors READ MORE