As Domoney told The List, the answer “is very dependent on the individual circumstances.”

To get to the heart of the matter, she shared a personal anecdote about her daughter and swimming.

I recommend this approach to other parents, too."

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As Domoney explains, “I think it is important to teach young people about integrity and honoring others.

She also notes that it’s important for parents to remember that kids are, well, just kids.

When in doubt, follow your intuition!

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