A pediatrician and a developmental psychologist from the Mount Sinai Parenting Center debunk 16 of the most common myths about raising children. They explain how strict parents don't raise well-behaved kids and how kids don't get hyper on sugar. They also debunk the idea that a slap on the bottom never hurt anyone — in fact, it could lead to covert negative behaviors in children.

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Pediatricians Debunk 16 Myths About Raising Kids