Study: 1 in 4 parents use threat of no gifts to make kids behave around Christmas

A study by CS Mott Children's Hospital reveals that one in four parents use Santa or the threat of no gifts to correct children's misbehavior during the holiday season. Experts caution that such threats can backfire if not followed through. They advise parents to support each other and not fear public meltdowns. The survey involved 725 parents with children aged one to five.

What percentage of parents use Santa or the threat of no gifts to influence their children's behavior?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

What is a potential risk of using threats as a parenting strategy?

• Threats can backfire if not enforced

• Children become more obedient

• Children become more independent

• Parents gain more control

What do experts suggest parents should do when faced with public meltdowns?

• Punish the child immediately

• Lean on each other for support

• Ignore the meltdown

• Avoid going out with children

How many parents were surveyed in the study mentioned?

• 500

• 725

• 1000

• 1500

What age group of children was the focus of the survey?

• 1 to 3 years old

• 1 to 5 years old

• 3 to 7 years old

• 5 to 10 years old