Definition: Natural consequences are the action that occurs as a result of an initial action. For instance, if you put your finger in an electric socket(initial action), you will get a shock(natural consequence). Parents use natural consequences in disciplining their teens although because the natural consequence of some youth risk behaviors can be major, such as death, parents often turn to logical consequences to teach teens what they need to know.
Related Resources for Natural Consequences
- Effective Communication in Discipline
How to use effective communication to set rules, limits and responsibilities. - Discipline: Logical & Natural Consequences
When dealing with disciplining your teenager, there are two types of consequences that you’ll need to be concerned with: natural and logical. - Parenting Teens Contracts
Lay out the consequences to your teen with a contract. - Talk to Your Teen About the Tough Issue
Get a conversation going with your teen.
