When a Child Is Praised Excessively, This Is Linked to the Development

question 99

Multiple Choice

When a child is praised excessively, this is linked to the development of all of the following EXCEPT:

• A) unrealistically high expectations
• B) confusion about what is right and what is wrong
• C) frustration and demoralization
• D) a much stronger self-concept and positive sense of self-esteem

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Definitions:

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