Hard work, higher scores
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A survey showed that students who believe intelligence comes from hard work rather than innate ability do better in school. Parents should praise hard work, help their child develop problem-solving skills and treat difficult tasks as a challenge.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1993
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Emotional coaching
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Parents can help their children deal with conflicts, anger or frustration by talking about their children's feelings. Parents should listen to their children's problems, empathize with them and encourage them to solve their own problems.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1996
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