For many parents, expressing praise to children feels like a delicate balance. Too few compliments make kids feel slighted, while too many can inspire arrogance. You want your child to know you're ...

Most parents think of giving any type of praise as an instant motivation boost. But that's not always the case when it comes to children. In fact, several studies have found that when teachers give ...

Praise is often seen as a simple route to boosting children’s confidence and motivation however, psychologists warn that the way that parents and educators praise children can sometimes backfire, ...

When it comes to praising your child for their actions, parents walk a fine line between being helpful or harmful to their child's development. When it comes to praising your child for their actions, ...

It’s hard to find anything negative to say about praise. After all, the very definition of the word refers to things like “admiration” and “approval.” Good stuff for any child, right? Common sense ...

This post is in response to Criticizing (Common Criticisms of) Praise By Alfie Kohn In today’s post, I would like to return to the question of praise and engage in collegial debate with fellow PT ...

Growing up, I was often praised for my memory. ‘You never forget anything,’ my dad would say, proudly pointing it out to teachers, family friends, and other adults we met. I remember their faces ...

This column briefly mentions suicide. If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs immediate help, contact the following organizations: - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call or text 988 or ...

Confidence is not something children magically “have” or “do not have.” It is built in small, repeatable moments: when a ...