In order to become productive and happy adults, children need to learn how to take responsibility for their actions and follow through on commitments. The home is one of the best places for teaching responsibility and preparing children for the future. Teaching this trait requires a conscious and continuous effort from everyone who is involved in the child¡s life; parents, grandparents, siblings, teachers, peers, coaches and others. Here are some guidelines to help you teach your children about responsibility and solve problems at home or school. These facts are aimed at young people between the ages of 10 and 18.

Long-term parenting - The kind of parenting that gets young people to do what you want in the short term (nagging, bossing, threats and punishment) doesn't usually teach long-term goals such as responsibility and maturity. Long-term parenting takes time and may not appear to be working at first. However, young people gradually develop responsibility and the ability to think for themselves. Here are some ways to practice long-term parenting.

Share feelings with your children.

- Help young people learn from mistakes.

- Listen respectfully.

- Show an interest in your child¡s input in setting rules and consequences and solving problems.

- Show concern with What will my children think about themselves?"

- Describe the problem.

- Tell how you feel about the situation (both parent and child).

- Brainstorm possible solutions.

- Try a solution.

- Select a time to check back to see if the solution is working. Follow through - Your child will not always keep her end of a bargain, especially if peer pressure changes priorities. Instead of lecturing, use one word agreement." Some parents don't use words at all; a look, a smile, a raised eyebrow, or pointing to a dropped object on the floor or to an unread book is enough. Retain dignity and respect for yourself by following through, instead of giving up and letting your child do whatever she wants. At the same time, be respectful of the your child, knowing that she will often resist. In some situations it may help to write down the agreement not as a threat but as a record. Schedule a meeting where you and your child can re-evaluate the situation.

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