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Dr. Ellen Braaten's new book explores how to motivate children

By Joe Donahue
Published May 4, 2023 at 11:36 AM EDT
The Guilford Press

Dr. Ellen Braaten joins us to discuss her new book, "Bright Kids Who Couldn't Care Less: How to Rekindle Your Child's Motivation." In the book she aims to help readers understand the myriad biological, psychological, and social factors that affect motivation.

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