Being a parent today is tough work, especially when it comes to knowing how to navigate many of the challenges and barriers faced by one’s children. If you are a parent of a child who is struggling at school when it comes to making friends, feeling lonely, being bullied, or something else, our child therapy experts at Life Insight can help. To learn more about our services for child therapy and how child therapy may help both you and your child, reach out today. In the meantime, here’s some advice for supporting your child when they’re feeling lonely at school or otherwise struggling—
Having friends is an incredibly important part of a child’s development. Not only is spending time with friends fun, but it’s also a key part of learning different social behaviors and a range of lifelong skills, such as listening, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and self-expression. If your child is struggling to make friends and is feeling lonely as such, common reasons for their difficulty might include:
Being the parent of a child who seems lonely can be heartbreaking. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to support your child when they’re going through a tough time. Ways to be supportive include asking open-ended questions, validating their experience, giving encouragement, and practicing social skills. Scheduling some time with a child therapist who can provide professional guidance is also recommended.
At Life Insight, we understand how difficult it can be for children and their parents when children are struggling with loneliness or other challenges. To learn more about child therapy and how our therapists at Life Insight can help, reach out to our team of professionals directly today.
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