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Susan Newman is a social psychologist and author. Her books include Parenting an Only Child and The Book of NO. See full bio
March 16, 2009, Anxiety

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Striking a Balance Between Ivy League or Bust

By Susan Newman, Ph.D. on March 16, 2009 in Singletons

From babyhood to teen years many Chinese parents use “unconventional techniques to turn out an Ivy-caliber child”—from excessive jump rope training to holding ice cubes in small bare hands. How far should parents go to prepare their child for an Ivy League education?  Read More

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