This parenting approach is most consistent with the scriptures and teachings from Church leaders

President Spencer W. Kimball observed, “Our expressions, our voice tones, our movements, our thoughts betray us.” This explains the importance of good _____.

These kind of children do better in life. They are healthier, more optimistic, more socially
comfortable, and more emotionally secure than children who lack this.

Parents may need to reprove a child “betimes with sharpness, when moved upon by the Holy Ghost” and then show forth “an increase of love” lest they be esteemed as the child’s enemy (D&C 121:43).
This word, in this context, does not mean with anger or forcefulness, but clearly and distinctly

Those who keep the commandments of God, work hard, and abide by societal laws have greater opportunities to live productively and successfully. Those who are lazy or disobedient often enter adulthood unprepared for successful living. Ultimately, we all experience the ____ of our actions

The First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve gave nine principles to guide fathers and mothers in their parenting responsibilities: “Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, work..."
This is the 9th principle.

Parents should communicate with their children with this kind of example.

Definition: While children must be taught to heed the wise counsel of parents and Church leaders, they must also learn to think for themselves and develop
confidence in their own ability to manage their lives. This ability grows as children
mature and learn to heed inner promptings. Parents can encourage growth by helping their children listen to their self-evaluative thoughts and live in harmony with the Light of Christ within them.

Definition: Some families have successfully used the following five-step model for solving conflicts, adapted from the work of psychologist Susan Heitler. These steps include: State positions, Explore underlying concerns, Brainstorm possible solutions, Select a solution, Carry out the solution.

Parent educator Glenn Latham, “Parents typically ignore 95–97 percent of all the appropriate and good things their children do. But if a child misbehaves, parents are 5–6 times more likely to pay attention to that behavior.”
When parents only respond to the negative things children do, no one should be surprised when the children _____.

Social-emotional development may be seen as a series of stages that occur around certain ages. This developmental stage occurs between the ages of 1-3

Definition: Parents should listen carefully without interrupting. During pauses in the conversation, they can restate what they understand the child is saying and feeling, allowing the child to correct them if they have misunderstood the message.

Elder Lynn G. Robbins of the Seventy described this as the “thought-sin that leads to hostile feelings or behavior. It is the detonator of road rage on the freeway, flareups in the sports arena, and domestic violence in homes.”

As families abide by the _____ introduced by the Savior, resolving differences in a loving, amicable way, they will enjoy greater love, peace, and harmony in their family relationships.

Dr. Kent Hoffman, one of the developers of the Circle of Security program, explains, “______ represents the moments when our own history intrudes upon our capacity to be fully present and emotionally available to our children.”

The best way for parents to get to know their children—their likes and dislikes, hopes and fears—is ______.

President Spencer W. Kimball explained that “it is usually through ____ that [God] meets our needs.”

The best time for a parent to act is on first noticing an increase in _____.

“A wise man, when asked to list three cardinal points that exemplified the lives of the great teachers of all time and that would be a guide to new teachers, said:

Decades of research have shown that having a ______ with a primary caregiver leaves children healthier and happier in virtually every way we measure such things..."

During this developmental stage, uncertain adolescents become confident young
adults with a sense of identity, purpose, and inner direction. Confidence usually develops as teenagers feel ____. (three possible answers)

As a general rule, children should solve their own problems, frustrations, boredom, and failures, with parents assisting as these as needed. (two answers)

If a parent is chronically angry, he or she may engage in cyclical behavior that includes four phases: pretends to be normal, build-up, acting-out, and downward spiral.

Parents should plan activities that are meaningful and enjoyable for everyone. _____ can both be satisfying when parents foster good relationships with their children. (two answers)

"Every time you answer your child's need for comfort or confidence; you're building a bond of this"