Improved self-esteem and motivation. Positive discipline encourages children through clear expectations combined with emotional support, fostering intrinsic motivation—so children act responsibly ...

Let’s start with some definitions. What is punishment? Punishment is used to stop an unwanted behavior. It can be classified in positive and negative. We are easily confused by these adjectives, ...

Another one of my pet peeves is the fact that many people – civilians and scientists alike – use the phrase “negative reinforcement” to mean “punishment.” The two are not at all the same; in fact, ...