Does affirmative language affects in building the self-esteem of a child?

Answer 1

Why, yes it does. Actually, that's a very good question. It shows you are using a high order of thinking skills. I knew you could do it. Keep up the good work.

Answer 2

ABSOLUTELY, ABSOLUTELY, but general praise can actually cause bad behavior, Let us say "you have been a good boy" too general because this makes the child think he has to be perfect in everything. But always sandwich a no between 2 yesses