Help With Behavior Challenges with My Child

Help with reducing challenging behavior 

  • Scroll to click on “Backpack Connection” in Related Resources for parent tip sheets

Tips for helping with specific behavior issues

MSU Extension – Click on the following to understand why children might misbehave and how to effectively respond: 

Talk with your child’s pediatrician. It’s always important to talk about your concerns with your child’s pediatrician.

Find child therapists and programs to help in our Social-Emotional Resource Guide.

FREE Parent Coaching

If you’re struggling with your child, all Livingston County families are eligible to receive free parent coaching from Livingston Educational Service Agency and ParentGuidance.org.

Build A Support Network and Join the Great Start Family Coalition

The Great Start Family Coalition supports efforts to engage, empower and recruit parent leaders. Check out a monthly Family Coalition Meeting for a night out to learn about community resources while receiving free food and childcare.