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fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Snuggling: The Antidote to Asian Shame

Physical affection from parents teaches children that love is unconditional and not dependent on achievement or performance, counteracting shame-based messaging common in immigrant families.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

5 Core Needs for a Healthy Childhood

The five As, our original needs, are the qualities of a holding environment: attention, acceptance, appreciation, affection, and allowing. These five qualities foster secure attachment - both in childhood and in adult relationships. Fortunately, as children, all it takes for safety and security is to have our needs satisfied with good enough parenting. We do not need perfection, nor is it possible.
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