Sometimes parents are forced to take action despite all their efforts to prevent misbehavior.

This is part of the Balancing Life video series. This session highlights tips for making the time at home with children a positive experience that supports their development and acknowledges parental needs.

Families with children at home are working hard to support their children’s positive development, often while juggling work and other responsibilities. This session highlights ideas to keep children engaged in learning in ways that work for them and their families. Sensitivity to the different schooling requirements, children’s unique learning needs, and available resources at home are all taken into consideration. We also share tips and resources for children’s physical activity and their online safety.

This publication introduces Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), a proven program to strengthen parent-child relationships and manage challenging behaviors in children ages 2–7. It explains the two main phases—Child-Directed Interaction (CDI) and Parent-Directed Interaction (PDI)—and offers practical examples of PRIDE skills, clear command techniques, and time-out strategies. Readers will learn how PCIT supports both parents and children through structured, positive interactions, while emphasizing the importance of working with certified therapists for full program benefits.