How to raise kids who can handle hard things | Kathryn Hecht

About this episode

Pediatric psychologist Kathryn Hecht discusses how exposing children to their fears can help them build confidence and resilience.

Could exposing kids to their fears help them thrive later on in life? Exploring the science of exposure therapy, pediatric psychologist Kathryn Hecht shows how encouraging children to handle discomfort builds confidence and resilience. Through personal stories and practical strategies, she shares the secret for raising kids ready to meet life’s challenges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: TED

Guest: Kathryn Hecht

Topics covered

• exposure therapy
• child development
• resilience
• confidence building
• parenting strategies

Keywords

• children
• fears
• confidence
• resilience
• exposure therapy
• parenting
• psychology

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