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fromPsychology Today
21 hours ago

Those Precious Preschool Friendships

Routinely sitting next to or near each other at school tips toward growth as well. Parents may or may not have a role in shaping such opportunities. Play is the major driver of friendships in the preschool years. Children who choose the same or similar play settings, routines, or activities will get a lot of practice being together, waiting their turn, sharing, winning and losing-all things that teach essential social lessons. Sam's father called his son's clutch of friends the "Magna-Tile mafia."
Parenting
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

Mom Warns Of The "Sixth Grade Social Shake-Up"

Middle school is a critical time for social and emotional development, particularly for young girls.
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fromScary Mommy
1 month ago
Digital life

Teens Are Turning To "AI Companions" For Advice & Flirting (But Don't Panic Yet)

A significant percentage of teens today regularly interact with AI companions, reflecting a shift in how youth engage with technology.
fromFuturism
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Stanford Researchers Say No Kid Under 18 Should Be Using AI Chatbot Companions

Teens should not use human-like AI companions due to potential risks to their mental health and social development.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Stanford Researchers Say No Kid Under 18 Should Be Using AI Chatbot Companions

Teens should not use human-like AI companions due to potential risks to their mental health and social development.
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fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Siblings and Their Lasting Impact

Sibling relationships are critical in shaping our emotional and social development, as they are our first peers and significantly influence our interaction styles and personal development.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I was a low-income student who attended Head Start. I'm now an educator with a master's degree and owe all my success to the federal program.

The federally funded program offered me a safe place to learn and socialize.
Education
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Adolescence and the Growing Challenges of Competition

Competition motivates individuals to improve themselves and test their abilities against others.
It can provide both recreational enjoyment and necessary survival value depending on context.
Parents should support adolescents in learning to compete despite its complexities.
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