Should you force your child to apologize?

[champak97]

I think parents should set the right example for kids by apologizing for something they did wrong to older members in the family, and kids who see this will follow suit. Leading by example is the best method according to me.

[tashamjoy]

I agree you need to teach them what they did wrong so they can understand how to fix it dont just say "say sorry" then they know its ok if they do again all they have to do is say "sorry" and no big deal teach them what they did wrong and what they can do to change that

[lynnc35]

I think you should ask them if they feel bad for what they did, and then ask them if they think they hurt someone or someones feelings then I would tell them how apologizing would make the person feel better. I wouldnt' just make them go say sorry, if they do not know what they are sorry for.

[adrienne33]

i they are wrong then yes

[Graeth]

Yes. Kids are getting away with too much these days and its leading to bad adults.
Parent's need to beat their children more.
Without restraint, you get things like columbine, animal sacrifices and teenage mothers.
There is no consideration for consequences.

[lannl]

I think you should explain to a child why they need to apologize. I do not think its great to force them because what are they learning by being forced to do something?

[revans1]

I think if your child does something wrong to someone they should be made to say i'm sorry...what do you think?

yes i agree with you if you child does wrong he or she should apologize, they need to learn manners and to be respectful, but that also applies to grown ups if you have done something wrong you should apologize also, if you as a parent do something wrong a don't apologize that's  sending a bad message to your child
you are basically saying its OK you can do wrong and not have to worry about apologize the child would say to them self why should i apologize my parents don't do it why do i have to do it, you need to be teaching your child the right way to do things not the wrong way   

[dodgers16]

 yes! you force your child to apologize! him or her might not even understand that what they did was wrong and they should apologize

[eaparicio]

yes its but then it depends on what the did