Does praising children cause anxiety? Is it still summer?

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Does praising children's success cause more harm than good? Dr Özgür Bolat, education scientist and associate professor, tells Connor how our obsession with outcomes, praise and rewards can actually undermine children’s motivation and confidence. Put your headphones on! Is it an acceptable request when people in public disturb your peace by using their phone on loud speaker? Connor takes this week's pulse of the nation. 03030805555. Great music and chat. (standard geographic charges from landlines and mobiles will apply).