The Self-Driven Child
The Self-Driven Child
Why Giving Children Autonomy Creates Better Outcomes Than Micromanagement
About This Book
Published in 2018, this work examines why parental attempts to manage every aspect of children's lives often backfire, producing anxious, resistant, and unmotivated young people. The authors present evidence that children thrive when parents guide them toward making their own informed choices and allow them autonomy over major life decisions.
Who Should Read This?
- Parents whose children show signs of chronic stress or burnout
- Mental health professionals working with young people
- Educators seeking to understand family dynamics
- Anyone examining the parent-child relationship
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