Tag: child psychology
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What You Need to Know About Your Child’s ‘Imaginary’ Friends
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself reflecting on the quirks of childhood. I remember a moment from nursing school during a child psychology class, where we spent a brief time discussing the phenomenon of imaginary friends. The instructor painted a vivid picture of children engaging in full conversations and imaginative play…
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Is Your Child Constantly Asking Questions? Here’s Why That’s Beneficial
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Is Your Child Constantly Asking Questions? Here’s Why That’s Beneficial by Sarah T. Anderson Updated: Aug. 14, 2023 Originally Published: Aug. 14, 2023 My eldest child was a remarkably inquisitive little one. From the moment he spoke his first full sentence, it was clear he was unique. Instead of the…
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I Weaned My Toddler, Yet I’m Still Feeling Touched Out—Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast I breastfed my son for three and a half years. Yes, you read that correctly, and frankly, I’m not concerned with your opinion on it. I anticipated that weaning would be a challenging process, but what took me by surprise was his continued desire to be physically close to me, particularly wanting…
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The Detrimental Impact of Reduced Free Play and Recess on Children’s Mental Health
Get Pregnant Fast In recent years, we’ve witnessed a troubling trend in our education system: the gradual elimination of creative and physical outlets for our children. First, art classes were deemed less essential, pushed aside in favor of more “practical” subjects like math and science. The argument was that we need to cultivate a generation…
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The Challenge of Parenting a Little Biter
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to the biting phase in toddlers, let’s be honest—it’s a tough journey. As a parent who has experienced both sides, I can confidently say that being the parent of the child who bites is far more distressing than that of the one being bitten. Take, for example, when my…
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Fathers Exhibit Distinct Parenting Styles Towards Daughters and Sons—And It Matters
Get Pregnant Fast The age-old saying “daddy’s girl” often elicits a mix of affection and skepticism, but does it hold any real significance? Do fathers indeed foster different relationships with their daughters compared to their sons? According to recent research, the answer is a resounding yes. A study published in the June 2017 issue of…
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Raising a Child with an Old Soul: A Remarkable Journey
Get Pregnant Fast “All my friends are having a huge playdate today, and they are bringing their Nerf guns and everything!” my son, Liam, excitedly informed me the other day. Oh dear, I thought, here it comes. I braced myself for the discussion about his feelings regarding not being invited. “Are you disappointed that you…
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Child Therapist Analyzes Trump’s Boy Scout Address — The Implications Are Concerning
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent commentary, child psychologist Laura Benson examined the potential repercussions of President Trump’s address to the Boy Scouts, and the findings are alarming. The organization has issued an apology following the speech, highlighting a concerning trend in political behavior that fails to consider the impact on impressionable youth. According to…