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Human Development and Family Studies Professor Gives Tips on How Kids Can Think For Themselves

Posted on March 02, 2026

Professional portrait of Stephanie Irby Coard wearing a leather jacket over a collared shirt, standing with arms crossed against a plain white background.

Teaching kids to think for themselves means parents must gradually loosen the reins so children can gain valuable confidence and experience making self-guided decisions.

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