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Child Development Child Mental Health Social Emotional
Jessica McMurdie

Why Pediatric Therapists Need Emotional Intelligence Too

Let’s be honest.
We spend a lot of time talking about children’s emotional intelligence.
How can we help children identify their emotions?
How can we teach emotional regulation?
How can we help children develop empathy?
How can we help them handle frustration, disappointment, and conflict?
These are incredibly important questions.
But there’s another question we don’t always ask:
What about our emotional intelligence as therapists?

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Child Development
Jessica McMurdie

Sensory Tools and Travel Tips

Vacations are definitely something to look forward to this summer! Exploring new cities, discovering the national parks, relaxing at the beach or enjoying amusement parks are just some of the wonderful adventures that will create lasting memories for years to come. It’s a special time for young families.

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