Maryanne Law Sunde, Author at Austin Daily Herald - Page 10 of 18

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Words to live by

QUESTION: I remember my grandmother’s wise sayings, like “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” Those sayings have helped me make better decisions all my ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, October 26, 2013 4:28 pm

Parenting Resource Center

Know the facts of depression

QUESTION: What should we all know about depression? ANSWER: I watched my mother cope with bouts of depression since I was 11. I learned a ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, October 19, 2013 6:16 pm

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Signs a child may have ADHD

QUESTION: Are there observable signs that let parents know that their children may be challenged with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)? RESPONSE: Kirk Martin, psychologist ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, October 12, 2013 3:19 pm

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A look at behaviors associated with ADHD

QUESTION: My child has so many behaviors that get interpreted in a negative way because of his ADHD, and yet he’s really a great kid. ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Monday, September 30, 2013 10:38 am

Parenting Resource Center

Booster seats make children safer

QUESTION: Are booster seats in my car really necessary for children once they are in elementary school? RESPONSE: Booster seats are the law in Minnesota ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, September 21, 2013 5:42 pm

Columnists

Give children clear instructions

QUESTION: What do some parents do that results in their children listening and cooperating, while the parents of other kids are ignored or disrespected? RESPONSE: ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Sunday, September 15, 2013 10:02 am

Parenting Resource Center

Support your child with schoolwork

QUESTION: With school starting, I’m concerned that homework gets done. How much should I help? ANSWER: The answer depends a lot on the age of ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, September 7, 2013 8:46 pm

Parenting Resource Center

Emotional intelligence key in child development

QUESTION: What is emotional intelligence, and is it as important as a person’s I.Q.? ANSWER: Child development research is showing that emotional intelligence (E.Q.) may ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, August 31, 2013 5:39 pm

Columnists

Campaign gets drunks off the road

QUESTION: Is there actually a state campaign to get drunk drivers off the roads? RESPONSE: The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign is statewide ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, August 24, 2013 4:54 pm

Parenting Resource Center

Reinforce compliance in children

QUESTION: I need help! My children are not doing what I’m asking them to do. RESPONSE: There are several basic obstacles that interfere with getting ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, August 17, 2013 5:15 pm

Columns

Discuss dating with daughters before they start

QUESTION:  My daughter, who looks older than her age, is attracting older boys.  She is flattered, but I want her to understand the risks she ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, August 10, 2013 5:45 pm

Parenting Resource Center

Talk values with children

QUESTION: How do children grow up to be honest, kind, trustworthy, dependable and generous? ANSWER:  Talking about values with our kids is important.  Ethics is ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, August 3, 2013 5:54 pm

Columns

Dangers of teen drinking grow

QUESTION: I remember my own teen years, and I really think that a few drinking parties are basically harmless.   RESPONSE: Drinking is not like ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, July 27, 2013 5:11 pm

Columnists

Empower child, not overpower

QUESTION: How do I respond to my child’s headstrong, rebellious, frustrating behaviors? ANSWER: The goal is to empower, not overpower. From about the age of ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, July 20, 2013 2:51 pm

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Letting your children know they are loved

QUESTION: Today my daughter shouted that I just didn’t love her anymore. I can understand that she was angry, but can she really doubt that ... Read more

by Maryanne Law Sunde, Saturday, July 13, 2013 5:40 pm

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