Setting Appropriate Limits and Boundaries Setting limits helps kids learn how to respect their parents. It also makes them less likely to argue and backtalk. Boundaries aren’t hard to set, especially if you follow some basic guidelines. It’s a matter of knowing what to expect, then showing your child what they should do when they cross it. Limits for Physical Activity In addition to limiting screen time, it’s also important to encourage more physical activity. This is a topic that’s been addressed by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in its Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition. These guidelines are an important part of health promotion, and they are based on the latest scientific research on how physical activity…