The 74 Million – Reena B. Patel
“It’s that time of year again. We are updating our children’s school clothes, purchasing supplies and scheduling afterschool activities. But are we focusing on preparing our children to cope with the social and emotional stressors they will face during the new school year? From bullying and being nervous about making friends to having a new teacher, there’s a lot that can weigh on a child. This stress can continue throughout the school year and have devastating consequences. The good news is that there are plenty of things parents can do to help their children prepare and develop the resiliency they need. The following tips are not only beneficial for school readiness but lifelong skills.” (more)