Emotion coaching: Helping kids cope with negative feelings
Emotion coaching is the practice of tuning into children’s feelings, and helping kids learn to cope with negative emotions like fear, anger, and sadness.
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The effects of praise on kids: 10 Evidence-based tips for better outcomes
The effects of praise aren’t always good. What can we do to maximize the benefits of praise – and avoid undermining children’s motivation?
Inductive discipline: Why it pays to explain the reasons for rules
Inductive discipline is linked with better child outcomes. What does it look like, and how do we know that it makes a difference?
The authoritative parenting style: An evidence-based guide
What is authoritative parenting, and why is it beneficial? Find out if your style is authoritative, and what practices help kids thrive.
Positive parenting tips: Getting better results with humor, empathy, and diplomacy
PPositive parenting lowers a child’s risk of behavioral and emotional problems, and it helps protect kids against the effects of toxic stress. But what, exactly, is positive parenting, and how should parents get started?
The permissive parenting style: Does it ever benefit kids?
© 2019 Gwen Dewar, Ph.D., all rights reserved Some studies have linked the permissive parenting style with optimal child outcomes. But the results depend on how researchers define “permissive.” Kids don’t benefit when parents ignore anti-social behavior. But being supportive of autonomy? That’s different. Studies suggest that kids thrive when parents are less bossy and punitive, and more … Continue reading