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How to encourage empathy in your toddler
On 06/01/2011 in Psychology
Just like any other skill, empathy needs to be taught and practised. Here are some easy ways you can teach your child to understand others’ feelings
is how Danny is feeling.” Be confident and firm.Demonstrate empathy Younger toddlers may not be able to understand an explanation, so you need to show empathy. When your toddler is hurt, show him that you are sad; if he is happy, be happy with him. Talk
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Teaching tact
On 17/04/2010 in Psychology
Five ways to help your toddler be tactful
1. Understand your toddler's limitations She is still developing her conscience and sense of empathy for other people, which means her impulse control and ability to be tactful is still limited2. Allow her to let off steam If you want your toddler
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Help your child make friends
On 13/02/2013 in Parent skills
The path of true friendship ne'er did run smooth, but you can help your child navigate its tricky waters by nurturing her social skills
and help her develop a caring and thoughtful nature that will be appreciated by friends.* Encourage your child take turns on the slide or swing at the park. Encourage her to show empathy to console someone who has hurt themselves, just as you 'model
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How to ease your child's worries
On 29/06/2012 in Psychology
Soothe your child's fears with these quick tips
to influence a child’s behaviours. Giving simple rewards – making cakes together for instance – are a good way to show how well they have done when reaching specific goals.More psychology from Junior:How to encourage empathy in your toddlerThe science behind
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The dummy dilemma
On 10/12/2012 in Health
There's often controversy over the use of soothers, but how do they affect your child's development?
on empathy tests.Interestingly, dummies don’t seem to harm girls’ emotional development. One theory is that parents might engage more emotionally with daughters than they do with sons, though it’s also possible that girls are just better at processing
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How to raise a model citizen
On 11/02/2013 in Parent skills
Every parent wants to know how to bring up a child with manners and respect for others
to be learned closer to home, and in our everyday lives. But for young children, thinking of others does not come naturally. “Children are naturally egocentric and they learn empathy and social responsibility from those around them,” says Dr Amanda Gummer, a
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Friendship & The Gender Divide
On 03/08/2010 in Psychology
Boys and girls have difference approaches when it comes to choosing buddies and maintaining friendships
in play they forget they’re hungry, and get moody. Break up the party before the playmates fade to ensure parting is a sweet sorrow. Help new school starters to understand the rules of making friends by letting them practise empathy, making it clear how
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Gender-bender toddlers: Beads, boas and boys
On 18/04/2010 in Baby & toddler
What’s all the fuss about a boy who wants to wear a dress?
understanding of stories and can improve reading and language skills. In short, a little gender bending could actually help close the literacy gap between girls and boys. But toddlers are not driven by lessons in empathy or developmental goals. So why do they do
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A to Z of sleep
On 18/04/2010 in Health
Simple strategies to give your child sweet dreams every night.
through the events of your child’s day will help her reflect on feelings, rather than being overwhelmed by them, and will encourage her to develop empathy and understanding. Even very young children listen intently to this processing of their day. Calm
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