Be sure that you are not making any of the Nine Common
Time-Out Mistakes. Read this following section if you are
concerned about your child possibly rebelling against time-out.
If she resists time-out, select and follow a plan suited both to her
age and to her particular type of rebellious behavior.
Should your child resist time-out, you can manage this
problem! Most children don’t rebel beyond the first couple of
weeks if their parents use time-out correctly. However, don’t
make any of the nine common time-out mistakes.
Your child may be clearly angry and upset when placed in
time-out. Remember, she has several purposes for displaying
anger and rebellious behavior. She wants to get your attention,
to punish you for placing her in time-out, and to force you to stop
using time-out. Resist your child’s attempts to discourage you
from being an effective parent!