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THE QUESTION :

I have a 13-year-old son. I just found out that he was caught cheating on a test. What's the best way to deal with this?

THE ANSWER:

It is critically important that schools and families work together. I suggest you talk to his teacher or the school administrator who handled the cheating -- assuming it was discovered.

Marilyn Augustyn

My 14-year-old girl is getting bullied by a boy. How can I help her?

THE QUESTION :

My 14-year-old daughter came home from school upset because a boy in her class was picking on her. She says she ignores him, but he won't stop. She won't tell the teacher because she says it's tattling, and I can't get her to tell me what the boy is teasing her about. She won't take my advice and is angry with me for trying to help her talk about it. How do I get my teenager to open up about this?

THE ANSWER:

There are actually two important questions rolled into your one: what to do about a bullying situation and how to talk to your teenager.

Marilyn Augustyn

My learning disorder is keeping me from helping my son with school. Help!

THE QUESTION :

My 6-year-old son is struggling in math and reading. I have learning disabilities and I have a lot of trouble helping him with his homework. He gets frustrated and I get upset because I am doing the best I can. I worry about him having learning disabilities too, although I know he doesn't. I feel like a bad mom and I want to help him. What can I do?

THE ANSWER:

Every mom wants to do the best for her child. And most parents are also quick to assume responsibility and guilt for any challenge.

Marilyn Augustyn

My daughter isn't even trying in school. How can I change her negative attitude?

THE QUESTION :

How can I help change my daughter's negative attitude towards school? She gives up on assignments and homework without even trying. I know she can do the work, but she just doesn't see it.

THE ANSWER:

It sounds like your daughter may need some encouragement and reassurance. Try sitting with her and helping her along the way. If an assignment is long, break it into smaller, more manageable sections so she can see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Tanya Remer Altmann

Can you recommend resources to help my sensitive son adjust to middle school?

THE QUESTION :

My son will be entering middle school this fall. I want to find some books or other resources to help with the transition. He's a smart kid, but a little more sensitive and naive than most boys. He has experienced some bullying this year, and has lost some friends, so I'd like him to make a fresh start in middle school. I've found several books for girls, but nothing to help boys with this.

THE ANSWER:

Starting middle school can be an exciting time filled with many challenges, including changing classrooms, meeting new teachers and making new friends. To help ease the transition for your son, take a tour of the school ahead of time and walk to each of his classes if you know where they are.

Tanya Remer Altmann

Is my son a bully?

THE QUESTION :

I think my 9-year-old son is a bully at school. My husband isn’t worried about it, but I am. The school hasn’t complained, but last week a parent called me up about it. Should I worry?

THE ANSWER:

Yes, this should concern you. Talk to the school and see what the teacher has to say.

If you find out it’s true, talk to your son. A 9-year-old should be able to understand the difference between right and wrong, so talk to him about why he is acting this way. Ask him how he would feel if a friend bullied him. It’s important to let him know that along with such actions come consequences. At this age, a consequence might be a withdrawal of privileges such as watching television, playing video games, playing with friends or other activities.

Tanya Remer Altmann

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