Which statement is the BEST advice to give parents who would like to foster positive emotional development in their children?
A) Demonstrate that others experience the emotions that children themselves feel by expressing a wide variety of intense emotions.
B) Teach children about the circumstances in which emotions should and should not be expressed and the consequences of expressing and not expressing them.
C) Ensure that children will be able to relate to the discussion by talking to children about anger during a serious family conflict.
D) Discuss the futility of displaying negative emotion so that children will understand parents' disapproval of these displays.

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Teaching children about emotional regulation and the consequences of expressing and not expressing emotions is important for fostering positive emotional development. This helps children learn to recognize and manage their emotions effectively, which is a key aspect of emotional intelligence. A and C are also helpful but not as comprehensive as B. D is not helpful as it dismisses emotions altogether.

Which Statement Is the BEST Advice to Give Parents Who