About Mona R. Spiegel, Ph.D. Expertise I am a licensed psychologist and professional coach. I have been guiding parents and their children for over 25 years and now specialize in coaching women on the telephone for parenting, relationship and personal life issues.
Experience After receiving my Ph.D. in 1977 from Columbia University, I became licensed in New York State as a psychologist. I worked for many years in schools and subsequently as a private clinician. Most recently, I have received training from a professional coaching institute to provide services on the telephone.
Organizations American Psychological Association
International Coaching Federation
Publications MFC Newsletter and Dr. Mona's blog @ http://www.myfamilycoach.com .
Question My boyfriend has a 5 years old son that lives with him in his parent's house. His son told him that he has a girlfriend just like him at school and he kissed her on her lips 10 times. He also said that he didn't tell the teacher because it's a secret. Is this a normal behavior for him to be copying us and lip kissing his classmates? What should we do?
Answer Dear Sarah,
There is a phrase, "Children learn what they live."
Whatever behavior that your son sees at home becomes permissible for him. Therefore, if you think that he's not acting appropriately, it might be time to set stronger boundaries between public and private behavior at home.
Sincerely,
Dr. Mona Spiegel
"My Family Coach"
www.myfamilycoach.com
