“Contrary to what some parents might believe or hope for, children are not born a blank slate. Rather, they come into the world with predetermined abilities, proclivities and temperaments that nurturing parents may be able to foster or modify, but can rarely reverse.”
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Jane Brody
Jane Brody, born in May 1941, is a renowned American author. Her works cover a range of topics including health, diet, and lifestyle, and she is admired for her accessible writing style and extensive knowledge in these fields. more
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