The PrivilegedChildren

Life really shouldbe one long journey of joy for children who are born with a world of wealth attheir tiny feet.But experts on psychological research now believe that silver

spoons can leave abitter taste.If suicide statistics are a sign of happiness,then the rich are amiserable lot. Figures show that it is the rich who most often do away with

themselves.

Dr. Robert Coles,aninternationally famous doctor,is the world's top expert on the influence ofmoney on children.He has written a well-received book on the subject,The

Privileged Ones,andhis research shows that too much money in the family can cause as many problemsas too little."Ohviously there are certain advantages to being

rich,"says the53-year-old doctor,"such as better health,education and future work expectations.Butmost important is the quality of family life. Money can't buy love."

It can buy a lot ofother things,though,and that's where the trouble starts.Rich kjds have so muchto choose from that they often become confused.Their parents' over favoring

can make themspoiled.They tend to travel more than other children,from home to home andcountry to country, which often makes them feel restless.

"But privilegedchildren do have a better sense of their positions in the world,"adds MrColes, "and they are more self-assured."

Today's rich parentsperhaps have realized that their riches can be more of a burden than a favor totheir children.So their priority is to ensure that their families are as richin

love as they are inmoney.Which of thefollowing statements is not true according to the passage?

A.It is love that isalways lacking in rich and poor families alike.

B.Silver spoons cansometimes leave a bitter taste.

C.Money can't buyeverything.

D.Rich children areoften confused because they have so much to choose from.