Making friends is hard.

Does your child seem shy or timid? 

Has the teacher expressed concern about your child’s social skills? 

Do they prefer the company of younger children instead of their peers? 

Are you concerned about your child’s level of maturity or how they interact with other children? 

Does your son or daughter have problems making or maintaining friendships? 

Childhood interactions have become much more complicated than they were 20 years ago. From cell phones to the internet, to video games and social clubs; the pressure put on children to connect and develop relationships strain what their normal growth and development patterns allow. 

Developing and maintaining childhood friendships are related to their emotional health. Development status, social environments, and other factors can affect this too. Watching your child express sadness and hurt at being left out is difficult as a parent. The longer they experience these problems, the more severe they become, and the more damage they can potentially cause your child. 

This time, especially during formative periods, is irreplaceable. The sooner we can intervene and help your child learn to identify and appropriately express their needs, the greater chance there is to provide your child the childhood they deserve.