Overpraising May Reduce Self-Esteem in Children
Spend five minutes at a park, and soon you’ll hear enthusiastic parents reinforcing their kids with, “you did so amazing” and other statements as a means of encouragement. To the nurturing parent or guardian, praising a child for performance seems like a no-brainer. But recent research suggests that overpraising may not be such a confidence booster for some children, particularly those with low self-esteem.
4 Tips for Seeking ADHD Treatment in College
If you’re in college and thinking about seeking mental health treatment, the logistics can seem tricky. You might find yourself in that position of being somewhat but not entirely independent, if you’re on your parents’ health insurance for example. However, this doesn’t need to stop you from getting help. Your mental health is too important to let those kinds of things get in the way. Here are some tips for navigating the process of seeking ADHD treatment in college.