Establishing Clear Expectations and Consequences for Proactive Parenting - with Gary J. Edelstein

Divorce Dialogues

"Yelling is not a consequence. It's the avoidance of a consequence." - Gary Edelstein Gary Edelstein, a seasoned psychotherapist specializing in neuropsychology and family systems, is dedicated to advancing a collaborative co-parenting model. He underscores the importance of maintaining a unified front in parenting, particularly when children experience emotional, psychological, or neurodevelopmental challenges. Edelstein advocates for parents to establish consistent discipline rules across households' post-divorce, which he believes can prevent the polarization of parental perspectives and reduce conflict. By promoting collaboration based on neurocognitive principles, Edelstein aims to lower the emotional tone in households and support healthier relationships, ultimately benefiting the children's well-being. Key Takeaways ->Establishing a collaborative co-parenting relationship is crucial to prevent parental conflict and minimize the negative impact of divorce on children. ->Consistency in setting limits and discipline rules across both households is key to reducing disagreements and promoting a neutral authority for children. ->Parental conflict during divorce can intensify children's feelings of guilt and responsibility, making the divorce process even more difficult for them. ->Proactive parenting involves setting clear expectations, consequences, and rules in advance to address problematic behaviors without escalating emotional outbursts. ->Lowering the emotional tone in the household and implementing consequences for negative behaviors can aid in effective conflict management and strengthen family bonds. Connect with Gary J. Edelstein https://npiprofile.com/npi/1518003177 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/gary-j-edelstein-brewster-ny/134476?msockid=3bb72f09a5256ac538a43db7a43c6be1 Connect with Katherine Miller: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kemiller1/ https://miller-law.com/