A study reveals that parental 'maths anxiety' significantly affects children's math abilities. Conducted on 126 parents, it found that children as young as three to five exhibited lower math skills when their parents expressed anxiety about numbers. This impact can persist into later childhood. The researchers emphasized the importance of parents fostering a positive attitude towards math, highlighting that even parents unsure in their abilities can help their children thrive by showing enthusiasm and encouraging a growth mindset. These findings underscore the long-term educational implications of parental feelings toward mathematics.
Parents with maths anxiety can negatively influence their children's math skills. Encouraging positive attitudes and embracing mistakes can foster better learning environments.
Children aged three to five showed poorer maths skills if their parents had maths anxiety, leading to worsened skills even into later childhood.
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