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Child Dev April 2014 PMID 23397904

Parent praise to 1- to 3-year-olds predicts children's motivational frameworks 5 years later.

Elizabeth A Gunderson, Sarah J Gripshover, Carissa Romero, Carol S Dweck, Susan Goldin-Meadow, Susan C Levine

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Several participants note that praising effort rather than innate ability can foster a growth mindset, as seen in comments about how the research 'confirms what many parents intuitively believe.' Others analyze the study’s methodology and implications, reflecting a genuine interest in how early social interactions impact motivation and future success, using tone and word choice that convey curiosity and encouragement to apply these insights.

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Most discussions acknowledge the importance of parent praise, with some emphasizing its potential long-term effects on children's motivation.

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There is moderate curiosity about the research, with commenters showing interest in developmental psychology and parenting strategies.

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Participants are actively discussing implications, citing examples of how praise affects mindset development and sharing personal experiences.

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The discussions suggest a belief that the research could influence parenting practices and educational approaches, highlighting its significant relevance.

Abstract in brief

  • Parent praise directed at children aged 1 to 3 years can influence their motivational mindset five years later.
  • Lab studies show that praising effort helps children develop a growth mindset, leading them to value hard work, enjoy challenges, and seek improvement strategies, while praising innate ability fosters a fixed mindset.
  • Although initial praise of traits at home wasn't linked to fixed mindsets later, praising effort at around 14-38 months predicted an emphasis on growth-oriented beliefs by age 7, indicating real-world effects of effort-focused praise.]
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Dr. Leslie E. Roos, C.Psych
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Further paper references here... https://t.co/29DsxW2ejq ; https://t.co/APjj2bBs4S ; https://t.co/25AogfUTrc ; https://t.co/5tY0CTPivC ; https://t.co/nELWS3iYpF

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