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 ...

Two studies, in 2013 and 2017, indicate that proper praise can have an impact on children's motivation and how they see themselves in terms of intelligence. Psychologists have long been telling ...

Parents often think that praising their children will automatically boost self-esteem and motivation hence, “Good job!” and “You are so smart!” may sound encouraging but studies show that not all ...

Of course, parents want to tell their kids how great they are—after all, they are smart, intelligent, and athletic! But unfortunately, research shows that calling your kids gifted and talented isn’t ...