cbachinger

What I meant by the 'chastity belt' analogy is that, what is the point in locking your child in his/her room for bad behaviour without a key? With an unlocked door, they may surely leave without you approval and you talking to them about why they received that 'punishment'; i used to do that when i couldnt stand my room anymore. Unless there is a better idea.

Clear now?

The tips i made up and collected from the internet are in point form, so they should be easy to understand and so far all readers have understood. Which section confuses you? - perhaps i can make them clearer.