Values Check: Should You Step in to Discipline Someone Else's Child?

Monday November 4, 2013

By Amy Morin

There is often a lot of debate about an adult's role in disciplining other people's children. While some people subscribe to the belief that it takes a whole village to raise a child and every adult is responsible to step in to address other children's misbehavior, many others believe you should mind your own business.

With topics like bullying and suicide often making headlines, it has caused many people to question adult's roles in stepping in to address behavior problems, even the behavior of children that aren't yours.

While some people aren't comfortable disciplining other children, other parents feel it is necessary. At what point would you step in and say something if you see a parent who isn't addressing an issue?

Check out this article about whether or not you should really discipline other people's kids.

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