Parental validation can decrease a child's chances of developing mental illness, poor self-esteem later in life

Validating a child's experiences and feelings can help them grow into emotionally secure adults.Studies have shown that parental validation of a child's feelings and experiences can decrease the likelihood of that child developing emotional problems or disorders later in life. In addition, validation helps children develop a secure sense of self and the ability to regulate their emotions without throwing tantrums. Therapists Karyn Hall and Melissa Cook discuss these surprising facts in their new book The Power of Validation: Arming Your Child Against Bullying, Peer Pressure, Addiction, Self-