Did you know that praise is like a drug? That’s right, kids develop an actual chemical need for praise. Parental cheerleading, when overused and overblown, can be an obstacle toward developing independence and may cause undue anxiety in some cases. Furthermore, it may lead to the expectation of an audience for even normal accomplishments. Praise that is ...
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How to Effectively Praise Your Child
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