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By Brittany McCabe
Kids, Childhood Development
Kids, Childhood Development
By Dr. Chelsea Hetherington, Ph.D.
Kids, Childhood Development, Building Self Esteem
By Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP
Kids, Childhood Development, Emotional Development
By Stephanie Sokol
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    Emotional Development

    Many gifted children seem to have a heightened sensitivity, and can be stressed even by positive experiences.

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    Building Self Esteem

    Showing our children how much we love and appreciate them can -- and should --become a daily habit, if we make a little effort.

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    Social Development

    In order to help an immature middle-schooler catch up with her peers, more social involvement can be the key.

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    Social Development

    Learn how to find assembly programs that address social skills, for your child's elementary school.

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    Building Self Esteem

    The best way to help a child with low self-esteem is to get him involved in social activities.

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    Social Development

    This phase passes as a child matures and is accepted into a wider age-range group. Meantime, keep trying to bring new friends into her life.

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    Cognitive and Psychological

    Developmentally, it's often difficult for young children to understand directions and rules.

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    Social Development

    Find out about Wicca — and why it's so popular with young girls.

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    Cognitive and Psychological

    Help your child focus on the big picture of schoolwork when excessive details bog her down.

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    Social Development

    Children don't always conform to gender norms. If you're concerned, here are a few things you can do.

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    Emotional Development

    A sudden change in behavior or school work is usually related to something specific that has happened, such as a change in the family.

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    Emotional Development

    When a child is outgoing and sociable at home, but withdrawn at school, it may just be a matter of time until he comes out of his shell.

  • Kids
    Social Development

    When it comes to encouraging your child's participation in social activities, are you pushing or shoving?

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    Building Self Esteem

    Facilitate a positive image in preteens.

  • Kids
    Social Development

    Find ways to help a child who touches other children inappropriately in school.

  • Kids
    Social Development

    Assist a child to make friends in middle school.

  • Kids
    Social Development

    When your child latches on to a friend and tries to emulate her, it may be time to help her establish her own identity.

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    Social Development

    A child who acts "goofy and loud" needs help learning the correct way to speak with others.

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