AITA for teaching my daughter the importance of sleep?

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The narrator’s parenting strategy aligns with a concept in developmental psychology known as natural consequences, where children learn from the outcomes of their own choices. Experts like Dr. Jane Nelsen, a proponent of positive discipline, argue that allowing children to experience the results of their decisions helps foster responsibility and decision-making skills. However, natural consequences must be age-appropriate, and ensuring safety is paramount. While sleep deprivation for one night is unlikely to cause lasting harm, parents should balance these lessons with empathy to avoid emotional strain.