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My dautgher is 8 years old and is disrespectful to people and family we correct her she use to be pleasant i don't no what to do my 3 yr old is watchin?

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Dr. M. Jay Petruska answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Behavior: This child needs discipline and needs to be taught what is proper and improper behavior. She needs to know that there are rules, and that there are consequences if her behavior is bad. Please work on teaching her proper manners and behavior.

Answered 5/26/2016

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Talk with her: Sit down and talk with her when it isn't an issue. Talk about how she might feel if someone said rude things to her, or hurt her feelings. Teach her some ways to avoid saying something inappropriate- practice them in role-play. If it continues, see a child therapist to help find out why she is acting out. There may be some other anger issues.

Answered 3/31/2013

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