GREENWOOD, Ind. — It’s no secret: Our words are powerful, and our words can make or break our children. A compliment or high-five at the right moment not only makes them feel good, it teaches them ...

It's not like "good job" is going to harm them. But it doesn't get to the core of what they need. Most parents these days have one overarching goal: To raise kids who are confident, secure, and ...

Toddlers who receive praise of their efforts, such as “you worked hard on that,” rather than praise of their personal qualities, such as “you’re a good girl,” are more likely to prefer challenging ...