#Praise
Psychology | Psychology
Why Some People Are Afraid of Praise
Understanding why positive evaluations can feel bad.
Family & Parenting | Family & Relationships
Praise-worthy Praise | Jlife
“You are so smart!” my friend said to her 11-year old the other day. I didn’t blink an eye. We’ve all said it. It was the boy’s response that surprised me. With a look that screamed “duh!” he told her, “That’s like me saying ‘wow, congratulations, you’re tall.’”
Pets & Animals | Cat & Dog Resources
Is Verbal Praise Enough Reward for Dog Obedience Training?
Old-style dog training relied mostly on verbal praise and occasional petting as rewards. Just how effective are those techniques?