The consequences of overindulging your kids

September 18, 2023·21 min·1 clip

Psychologist Lauren Silvers reveals why overindulging kids stems from parents' own discomfort, not just giving in to wants.

This episode of Life Kit explores the consequences of overindulging children, featuring psychologist Lauren Silvers and reporter Diana Apong. They discuss the differences between spoiling and overindulgence, identify three types (material, relational, structural), and provide strategies like the Test of Four to help parents set boundaries and foster emotional resilience in kids.

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