The degree to which parents feel helpless in influencing their child's behavior also affects their ability to maintain appropriate levels of involvement in their child's daily routine (8). (care.diabetesjournals.org)
Research shows that the wrong kinds of praise can actually undermine motivation and leave kids feeling helpless when they fail. (parentingscience.com)
The other parent is left feeling helpless without a firm grasp on the children's school activities. (altdivorcesolutions.com)