Interpreting Your Child's Defense Mechanisms
Parenting Today's Teens
01/27/23
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In today's episode, Mark Gregston answers the top parenting question of the week, which comes from a father wondering why his adopted daughter is not affected by discipline. Mark shares his advice and explains why kids, especially ones who've been adopted, may develop new defense mechanisms as they become teens. Don't miss this episode!
To send in your own parenting question, visit markgregston.com
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