Sometimes I start thinking about the man I used to be before having kids, and I always get so amazed at how much I have changed during this short period of time.
Respond with Sensitivity
Build the foundation of trust and empathy beginning in infancy. Tune in to what your child is communicating to you, then respond consistently and appropriately. Babies cannot be expected to self-soothe, they need calm, loving, empathetic parents to help them learn to regulate their emotions. Respond sensitively to a child who is hurting or expressing strong emotion, and share in their joy.
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"The article, titled "Beyond Survival: The Case for Investing in Young Children Globally," presents scientific evidence that extreme poverty, experiencing significant deprivation, violence, and neglect can short-circuit brain development with life Read more |
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"This Atlas was created to increase understanding of how emotions influence our lives, giving us choice, (at least some of the time) about which emotion we are experiencing, and how our emotions influence what we say and do. |
"Boys with strong empathy skills attracted an average of 1.8 more girl friendships than boys with lower levels of empathy, according to a landmark study by the Institute for Positive Psychology and Education at Australian Catholic University. |
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It used to be the television. Today it's the smartphone, computer and iPad. The intrusion of even more kinds of screens in our lives is having an overwhelming effect on our families. |
In this week's Editor's pick, API is shedding light on a form of maltreatment of children that is often kept in the dark: emotional abuse. |
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Reading has always been a central part of my life. Mother of 3 and API Leader, Kelly Shealer explains on API's blog how she meets both her children's needs for connection and her need for balance through reading. |
Get inspired to continue prioritizing parental presence for your children with this 18-day calendar of tips on API's online magazine, with such tips as "Respect is important, no matter the age. |
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My daughters are two of the most amazing teachers I have ever been around. Every day, I feel grateful to have them in my life and for the many ways they shower me with unconditional love. |
"That's another surprising finding. People who are more self-compassionate are more likely to take personal responsibility for harming others and are more likely to apologize. |
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