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“I think the biggest difference is that I've noticed Western parents seem much more concerned about their children's psyches, their self-esteem, whereas tough immigrant parents assume strength rather than fragility in their children and therefore behave completely differently.”

Quote by Amy Chua

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Amy Chua is an American law professor known for her book 'Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother'. She teaches at Yale Law School and focuses on family, law, and social policy. more

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