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Effective Parenting

Most parents can benefit from brushing up on their parenting skills. During difficult times, children and teens may act out and exhibit new or more extreme behaviors. For example, when a military spouse is parenting solo, as a result of a deployment, this new family dynamic may result in added stress for the parents, as well as the kids in the family. The added stress on the family may lead to behavioral problems at home. It’s not unusual for parents to find that the discipline techniques that once worked successfully are no longer effective. If you are having difficulty managing a child or teen, or you simply want to learn some parenting tips, you’re in the right place. More

Frequently Asked Questions

Continually updated to provide quick answers to the most commonly asked questions about effective parenting.

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Military Leader Resources

Resources for leaders who are responsible for service member health and readiness.

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Professional Help

There are many pathways to learning effective parenting skills. Find a TRICARE provider, counselor or therapist, and more.

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Treatment Options

Parenting difficulties associated with a child or teen who is exhibiting a behavioral health problem may require professional help.

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TRICARE Behavioral Health Benefits

The U.S. Department of Defense military health care system offers TRICARE Prime, Extra and Standard benefits to active duty service members, families and retirees. TRICARE Reserve Select is a premium based health plan for Guard and Reserve service members and families.

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Self-Help Resources

Find a variety of tools; including fact sheets, videos, books, and web sites to support effective parenting skills.

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