Time Out is introduced and defined as a punishment, not a cooling-off period for both parent and child, although that may be a positive byproduct. Time out, while not a perfect punishment, combines the elements of effective punishments better than any other single technique. However, because most parents do not use time out correctly, their efforts are misguided and thus usually ineffective. The planning of the time out process is outlined and emphasized.
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