Do rewards for effort make kids try harder? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07557732
First seen Apr 30, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study looks at how different kinds of rewards—like praise for working hard versus rewards for getting good grades—affect whether children choose to take on difficult tasks. About 180 children aged 9 to 13 will complete puzzles and thinking games, and their parents will answer questions about how they reward their kids at home. The goal is to understand what motivates children to seek out challenges.
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