Social Development & Friendships

Child's Play: Why It Matters

Dr. David Elkind discusses the benefits of play in a child's life.

Social Skills In Childhood Starts From Day One

Dr. Daniel Goleman talks about the importance of a young child's need to connect.

A Little Extra Help With Friendship Skills

We hear from Richard Lavoie, consultant on learning disabilities to PBS, New York Times, Walt Disney Studios, and the Girl Scouts of America.

Why Your Child Needs To Play

Dr. Margot Sunderland chats with Bobbi about the importance of play during a child's developmental stages.

Social Development In The First Years

Dr. Linda Gilkerson gives parents an overview of how a baby's social and emotional development is formed.

Teaching Little Kids Alternatives To Bully Behavior

Dr. Jacqueline Golding suggests some great books as resources for teaching young children about aggressive behavior.

Friendship Skills For The Shy Preschooler

Dr. Michele Borba offers great tips for helping your shy child make friends.

A Little Help With Early Friendship Skills

Psychologist and author Dr. Kenneth Condrell offers friendship tips for kids.

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