TED: Lessons from the longest study on human development | Helen Pearson

The speaker shares insights from a British study tracking children over generations, highlighting the impact of poverty and the importance of engaged parenting. The study reveals that while poverty can lead to challenges, good parenting can help children overcome disadvantages. The speaker reflects on personal experiences and emphasizes the need to listen to both science and children.

What is the significance of reading to children according to the research presented?

What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between bedtime routines and children's behavior?

What overall message does the speaker convey about the importance of addressing child poverty?

In what ways does the speaker express their personal reflections on parenting after learning from the study?