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About Dr. Jerry Martin Jr.
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I will be able to answer any questions in general relation family and children issues. I will not advise or provide any information regards medication because I am not a medical doctor.
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I worked with at-risk teenagers and I enjoy worked with them with developing possible effective solutions. I strongly believed that every problem can be solved with a positive attitude.
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Certified Member of American Psychological Association -and a Fellow Member of International Society of Counsellors
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I currently holds BA, MA, and Ed.D. degrees in fields of social work, psychology and family therapy. I have vast experience working with the young children and teenagers in the past 20 years.
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I received numberous awards from state and regional agencies for excellent community service to the youth and families in the past 12 years.
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You are here: Experts > Teens > Teen Advice > Teenage Problems > 10 going on 30!
Expert: Dr. Jerry Martin Jr.
Date: 9/9/2008
Subject: 10 going on 30!
Question
My 10 yr. old daughter thinks she is an adult. She listens to adults talking(just general talking) and then takes a stand on what was said. She plays her dad against me. I love her dearly but how do I stop this sassy mouth and behavior. We have tried taking things away then she feels bad and it stops for a day, then back to the "attitude". My friends say this is normal - any advice
Answer
Hi Mary,
It is called pretending or imagination in her own part may be normal but it is not normal if she does it all of time. She needs to be with her own peers instead just listening adults chatting or get involved.
You need to set up plans for her while you are busy with other people. Keep in mind, she is only 10. It will be good idea to set up simple rules and set up allowances or points system to earn her privileges.
It may motivate her to stop "acting as adult" or having an attitude fit.
Good luck and you have a wonderful day.
Doc Jerry
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