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Debate: Is It Helpful to Label Children’s Behaviour as ‘Good’ or ‘Bad’?”

Chris McGovern and Fiona Ng Live with Ian Collins at Talk Radio - Should Children Be Told Their behaviour is good or bad

Talk Radio Debate: Should Children Be Labeled 'Good' or 'Bad

Should Children Be Told Their Behaviour is 'good' or 'bad?'

Should children be told their behaviour is good or bad? Live debate Fiona Ng and Chris Mcgovern talk radio
 
On Tuesday, October 12th, I had the opportunity to go live on talk radio with Chris McGovern and Ian Collins, where we discussed positive reinforcement in parenting. During our conversation, we debated whether children should hear their behaviour labeled as “good” or “bad.” Interestingly, an independent school recently banned teachers from using these terms in order to prevent students from feeling guilty. They also asked for my views—can you guess which side I took?

Watch My Talk Radio Segment: Exploring Positive Reinforcement in Parenting with Chris McGovern and Ian Collins

You can watch the full segment here, where I share my opinions on positive reinforcement in parenting with seasoned interviewers Chris McGovern and Ian Collins. In this engaging discussion, we explore the implications of labelling children’s behaviour as “good” or “bad” and how it affects their emotional development. Tune in to gain insights on effective parenting strategies and the importance of fostering a supportive environment for children.

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