This chapter explores the diverse definitions and reasons behind children's misbehavior, highlighting the influence of cultural norms and individual factors such as lack of self-control or underlying emotional issues. It also touches upon different parental responses to bad behavior and the complexities involved.
Cultural conceptions influence the definition of good and bad behavior.
Children misbehave due to factors ranging from lack of self-control to underlying behavioral or emotional issues.
Parental responses vary widely, from corporal punishment to ignoring the behavior.