"When your child lies -- and I say 'when' and not 'if' -- remember all the reasons for lying. It's a developmental stage, they are copying you, they are creating their own private space, they're lying to communicate a feeling, to avoid punishment, or to avoid upset. If the lying is a problem, it's better to problem-solve and find out what's behind the lie rather than being punitive." - Philippa Perry
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