Inflated confidence may not give children a learning advantage after all
Young children often overestimate what they can do. That overconfidence may help them approach challenges without fear, but it can also get them into trouble. Children who overestimate their physical abilities, for example, may take risks that make accidental injuries more likely
Young children often overestimate what they can do. That overconfidence may help them approach challenges without fear, but it can also get them into trouble. Children who overestimate their physical abilities, for example, may take risks that make accidental injuries more likely This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking certification. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.
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