Talking with your kids: New Research
Gabbing is good for your kids’ health. Researchers at the Emory University Center for Myth and Ritual in American Life studied the conversations of Atlanta-area families and came across some noteworthy findings. Parents who encourage their children to talk about feelings, like anger and sadness, were more likely to raise resilient kids.
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February 17th, 2007 at 5:12 am
[...] Our job as parents is to raise healthy, responsible adults. One of the greatest gifts we could give our children as they leave our homes is the ability to handle adversity. I recently came across a post from the American Association of Christian Counselors blog that found some interesting research: Gabbing is good for your kids’ health. Researchers at the Emory University Center for Myth and Ritual in American Life studied the conversations of Atlanta-area families and came across some noteworthy findings. Parents who encourage their children to talk about feelings, like anger and sadness, were more likely to raise resilient kids. [...]