Discussion 3
Effective communication between parent and child is the foundation of a positive relationship. Communication is both verbal and non-verbal, and needs to be developmentally appropriate for the child. For this discussion post review the podcasts and short videos published by the CDC on the topic of parental communication skills.
1.) Listen to this podcast titled, “Raising Kids Who Help with Chores”. It is available through the NPR Life Kit: Parenting. It is an excellent resource to enhance parenting skills. This particular podcast includes an interview with Dr. Lucia Alcala, a psychologist who has studied the role of culture and parenting as well as Dr. Suzanne Gaskins, an anthropological psychologist.
https://www.npr.org/transcriipts/981716581 (Links to an external site.)
You can access this podcast link by accessing the transcriipt link provided above or you may access it wherever you may listen to podcasts. if preferred, you can read the transcriipt.
2.) Listen to this podcast, “Talking Race with Young Children”, provided by NPR Life Kit: Parenting series. This podcast features famous psychologist Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum. This is a down-to-Earth interview that provides practical communication skills that can be applied to support our children living in a multicultural world.
3.) Listen to this podcast: “Helping Kids Eat Well and Stay Active Under Covid-19”. This podcast explores the role of parenting in supporting a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Lisa Damour is a psychologist, best-selling author, and monthly New York Times columnist on the topic of parenting. Here is one of her podcasts recommended to support your post:
5.) Watch Active Parenting Videos:
Communicating with Your Child:
(also available in Spanish through CDC website)
Creating Structures & Rules:
Learning About Creating Structure & Rules:
Giving Directions:
Learning About Giving Directions:
Based upon your listening to the podcasts and view of the videos available by the CDC provide a response to the following:
What role does the application of communication skills play in the parent-child relationship? How does the child’s age and developmental needs inform effective parenting skills? Be sure to cite evidence from insight gained from the required resources.
How do structure and rules support the parent and the child/teen?
Describe the benefits of developmentally appropriate communication and expectations of the child.
