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Encourage Your Child ; Stimulate Emotional and Social Child Development

Written by: Martin Winkler

First version: 22 Jul 2008. Latest version: 31 Jul 2008.

Abstract:
A list of actions which will stimulate the development of self-esteem, social and emotional skills of children.

Question:

How can I help my child to develop self-esteem? How can I stimulate emotional and social child development?

Answer:

Children need support and the presence of their parents to develop a good self-esteem and social skills for their future life. You can support your child by:

Offer help and support whenever needed
Be a positive model for handling negative feelings
Respect the privacy of your child
Respect your child as an individual and very special person
Welcome your child in your arms
Invite your child to spend time with you every day
Talk to him or her and support the verbal expression of emotions
Try to understand why the child feels like she or he feels, and validate feelings
Be interested in hobbies and strengths of your child
Admire creative thinking and individual problem-solving of your child
Encourage responsibility and social awareness

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Sources, references: http://web4health.info/en/answers/source/child-encourage.htm



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