Love objects

Article Abstract:

Parents should not get needlessly worried if their children develop extreme preference for such inanimate objects as stuffed toys or blankets. Although children turn to security or attachment objects only to soothe them in times of distress, these objects may also teach children problem-solving and relationship-building skills and may even help carry them from insecurity to independence.

Attachment behavior in children, Child attachment, Transitional objects (Psychology), Security objects (Psychology)

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The long goodbye

Article Abstract:

An important stage in a child's development is learning to separate from its primary caregiver, but separation anxiety can be an overwhelming problem for children of all ages, and their parents. Suggestions are presented on how to make the separation easier and even turn it into a positive experience for both parties.

Separation anxiety in infants, Separation anxiety, Separation anxiety (Child psychology)

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Your baby's personality

Article Abstract:

A child's personality is influenced in part by environmental factors such as relationships with family and friends and experiences at school. However, inborn temperament may also be responsible for such behaviors as a baby's tendency to wake up with a smile or a preschooler having tantrums.

Personality in children, Childhood personality

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