Parental controls are unstable

I run osx 10.8.2 on my Imac and administer to my 5 kids accounts that I have on my computer. when on thier accounts everything is unstable. If I allow a certain program it might not allow them to use it or it might let them use it but only after they click on it fifty times. also web sites that I allow them to use randomly get "forgoten" and they can no longer access them. this is really anoying for all the sub applications.

Double check to make sure your PC settings are correct.  Then use Software Update to update your OS  to 10.8.3.  Also, update everything SU has to offer for your computer.  When done, repair permissions and restart your computer.
A couple of links that may or may not offer a solution:
OS X Mountain Lion: Manage a user with parental controls
Troubleshooting Parental Controls
Configuring Parental Controls
Set parental controls on your Mac (Video)

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