Neighbor News
Teaching Children Acceptance and Love
Three things children much learn in light of the recent Orlando tragedy.
by Mary Seal, Pediatric Social Worker, North Shore Pediatric Therapy
In the wake of this most recent Orlando Night Club Tragedy I am reminded of the importance of three things children must learn:
- The importance of understanding/accepting and loving others who have points-of-view that are different than theirs.
- The knowledge that asking for help with uncomfortable feelings is not only okay, it is the right thing to do.
- Flexible thinking is essential to function well with others and be comfortable and healthy in life. Children need to be taught to seek help when they experience intense feelings that they are not able to manage on their own.
To read the full article, click here.
