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October 12, 2021

The Root of the Behavior

You ask your child to do something, but instead of hearing "yes, Mom" or "yes, Dad," you get a negative response. Sound familiar? John and Danny explain why bad behavior is typically rooted in something much deeper that's going on in your child. Featuring guest Mike Berry.

Original Air Date: October 12, 2021

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