Still, what you say — and how you say it — matters, according to parenting expert and author Erika Katz.
Positive parenting can strengthen a child's mental health, lead to academic improvement and promote well-being throughout teenage and adult years, according to findings from The University of California, Davis.
When kids are shamed by their parents, meanwhile, research shows it can stunt their confidence and motivation.
Here are four scenarios where you may get frustrated with your kid, and what to say, according to Katz.
Using "we" instead of "you" while parenting comes off less accusatory: Opt for phrases like, "We don't hit, we don't steal.
Persons:
Erika Katz, Katz, Davis, they're, That's, It's, Warren Buffett
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CNBC, University of California