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Who's Ready For College? A Conversation With Bill Stixrud About a Mother's Concern

The Self-Driven Child

CHAPTER

Balancing Parental Involvement and Children's Responsibility

The chapter explores the delicate balance between parental involvement and children's responsibility, focusing on guiding children towards owning their actions and consequences, particularly in school and college readiness. It emphasizes the need for parents to offer support and guidance in exploring aspirations rather than micromanaging success, highlighting the potential pitfalls of sending unprepared children to college. The chapter also discusses managing technology use, setting boundaries, and preparing children for college readiness while highlighting the risks of addictive tech tactics on kids.

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