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If you have an adolescent who has just come to live with you after having spent time living with the other parent, you will probably encounter some discipline problems. The first thing you need to do is decide who is boss in your home. Regardless of their age, if they want to live with you, they need to show respect and abide by the rules of your home. Decide what you feel the rules should be regarding curfew, household duties, etc. Then sit down with your child and talk about any problems. Explain how much you love your child and that you are very glad they have come to live with you. However, this is your home and there are certain restrictions that need to adhered to in order to make life easier for both of you.
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