Fascinating and slightly depressing article on how praise can be counter-productive, as it can prevent children from attempting tasks/tests in which they may fail.
There is clearly a fine balance between over-praising a child's intelligence, and maintaining his confidence by praising h...
From the page: "Giving kids the label of "smart" does not prevent them from underperforming. It might actually be causing it." How emphasizing effort, rather than praising intelligence, is a more effective means of encouraging fortitude and positive self-esteem.
