Today she missed the afternoon in school (she stayed home and hung out on the computer). She lied to me about it - even though the teacher had called and told me the details and she new that. I've tried to explain about consequences (no trust, etc), but she seems not to care.
I'm worried...what does this mean? Why is lieing easier then telling the truth to her? What do I do about it?
2006-10-25 14:01:39 · 10 answers · asked by bobbesong 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
It will only get worse. She needs counseling. And soon. I dated a guy like this... he made up stuff all the time, and not just lies to cover up things, but lies to hear himself talk. Get her to a counselor soon.
2006-10-25 14:03:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am going through the same experience with my two boys. When they get into trouble and try to lie there way out of it the consequences are greater first for getting into the trouble they did and second for lieing about. Theya re both in counseling and this seems to be helping. Having double penalties seems to eliminate the lieing. Good luck.
2006-10-27 08:47:10 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you are always honest with her and emphasize the importance of being honest. Maybe you could try rewarding her when she tells the truth? (and give her tons of praise when she is truthful, too)
Make sure she has consequences when she lies, too. For instance, if she likes being on the computer, maybe you could take that away for a week? Good luck; 13 is a difficult age!
2006-10-25 21:23:35 · answer #3 · answered by ks7 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i am twelve and if i lie i have to stay in my room until i tell her the truth, but i cant watch tv or lie to her and see if she likes cuz that get me mad when my mom lies
2006-10-25 21:03:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1:she is changing from a child to a lady of nature things we do.
2:Is she doing it for attention?
3:She has a problem and need to sit down,you and her only to try to talk about.
2006-10-25 21:12:54 · answer #5 · answered by flowergirl56 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Punish her and punish her again... I guarantee she will learn that lying isn't the answer. She obviously knows that you are lenient enough to the point that she is able to continue to use the computer. Take her privileges away from her and she will think twice before she decides to lie again. Please... BE CONSISTENT!!!
2006-10-25 21:11:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
She seriously needs help.
I am not trying to be mean. She is suffering from some sort of inner trauma.
Take her to a counselor or psychiatrist.
2006-10-25 21:08:06 · answer #7 · answered by Agent99 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
she must have consequences when she lies.....most teenagers do lie at some point, but i would be concerned if it is an everyday thing
2006-10-25 21:05:16 · answer #8 · answered by Bren 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get her help now, before you regret not getting help later. Good Luck
2006-10-25 21:12:51 · answer #9 · answered by Diamond in the Rough 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WHOSE THE PARENT ? YOU OR HER , ASK YOURSELF THAT ONE??
2006-10-25 21:04:13 · answer #10 · answered by SWM 38 _4_ YOUNG GF 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋