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#126 – Bryan Caplan on whether lazy parenting is OK, what really helps workers, and betting on beliefs

80,000 Hours Podcast

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The Debate on Parenting Impact

This chapter examines the debate over how much parenting truly influences children's development, challenging the notion that parental behavior significantly shapes outcomes. It utilizes evidence from twin and adoption studies to suggest that genetic and environmental factors may play a larger role than typically believed. Additionally, it discusses the complexities of parenting practices, the variances in perceptions based on relationships, and the effects of socioeconomic factors on child development.

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