New research shows that a growth mindset is essential to greater cognitive improvement as people age. A recent study published in The International Journal of Aging and Human Development shows that a ...

First, some background. If you aren’t familiar, research on achievement and success by Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck shows that most people embrace — whether consciously or not — one of two mental ...

A challenging math problem can make some students break into a cold sweat and others excited to wrap their brains around a puzzle. A wealth of research suggests that a student’s academic ...

A growth mindset is the belief that a trait (like intelligence or resilience) is malleable and can be developed through hard work, good strategies, and the ability to receive and integrate thoughtful ...

At the start of a new school year, there’s one thing you can equip your child with that is proven to increase their motivation, resilience and academic performance – a growth mindset. What is a growth ...

Shift your focus from dwelling on obstacles to actively seeking solutions. By embracing a mindset that prioritizes problem-solving over making excuses, you regain control over your happiness, ...

People believe their basic qualities—like their intelligence or talent—are simply fixed traits when they possess a fixed mindset. They will document their intelligence or talent instead of developing ...

Parents aren't always sure how to most effectively support their kids' development and help them sharpen their brains. The good news is that a lot of good advice can be summed up in a single goal: ...

Google “growth mindset” and you’ll be barraged with a plethora of clickbait self-help headlines. “Developing a Growth Mindset Culture.” “Using a Growth Mindset to Build Resilience.” “Building a ...