Psychology’s Sarah Cain Spannagel says meeting children’s developmental needs doesn’t “spoil” them
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Parents Magazine: Sarah Cain Spannagel, clinical instructor of psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, said parents generally don’t “spoil” kids by meeting developmental needs. Warmth, responsiveness, and flexibility support healthy development, while inconsistent boundaries, rescuing children from discomfort, and lack of follow-through can undermine independence.
