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Learning to Set Boundaries

Follow these great tips for teaching the importance of boundaries and helping kids learn how to respond to and set boundaries.

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Ways to Help with School Avoidance

School avoidance is often caused by anxiety. Support your child by helping them learn to cope and manage the anxiety through the 3 Exes.

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The Difference Between Shy and Introvert

Shyness and introversion are often mistaken for each other, but while introversion reflects a preference for quiet and low-stimulation environments, shyness stems from social anxiety, and understanding the difference is key to effectively supporting children based on their individual needs.

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Understanding Aggression in Children

Aggression in children can be caused by an inability to communicate an emotion or a need. Making sure that you clearly respond without anger is really important because that only teaches them to continue to respond in that way.

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As a dedicated pediatric health system that includes New Hampshire's only children's hospital, we have the widest breadth of pediatric services available in the region.