Mental Health News.org – RENEE JAIN
“Here’s the thing: our child performs and we praise. This often happens without thought. What’s the harm, right? After all, it’s just a quick verbal pat on the back. But the research is pretty clear: praise motivates children… to receive more praise. And when praise labels a child (e.g., “You are smart”), it’s easy to focus on looking good instead of learning. In fact, the focus on looking good can become so intense that it encumbers kids from taking simple chances such as raising their hands in class. In short, telling kids they are “smart” can make them act the opposite. So how should we praise our kids to build an effective motivational framework? Check out three research-based strategies below:”(more)