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Teaching the work ethic across generations in America
Psychologists Pollack, Bohen, and Zager examine how parents model work, balance, chores, and family life to instill responsibility. They urge visible enthusiasm for work, structured routines, and age appropriate tasks, noting income, education, and media influence shape children's attitudes toward labor and success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Pollack
Harvard University
Halcyone Bohen
Washington, D.C
Karen Zager
New York City
Pollack
Bohen
Mom
Dad
Zager