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The Five Love Languages of Children, Part 4: Words of Affirmation

Encouragement is a way parents can help guide their child. By using words of affirmation, a child may be more motivated to do something. Every child is different and the lack of words of affirmation can affect an individual differently so it is important to learn their primary love language. 

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Behaviors, Emotions, Happiness, Parenting, Relationships, TherapyAmanda Ramsdell, MFTiadults, balance, behaviors, children, connections, coping, emotions, empathy, happiness, healthy, love, parenting, relationships
The 5 Love Languages of Children, Part 3: Words of Affirmation

Words of affirmation are important to teach a child the abstract meaning of love. Simple cues, such as tone, can help your child grow an emotional feeling toward the word. However, refrain from using words too often because they will lose their meaning. 

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Behaviors, Coping, Emotions, Happiness, Parenting, Relationships, TherapyAmanda Ramsdell, MFTiattention, balance, children, connections, emotions, empathy, happiness, healthy, love, parenting, relationships
The 5 Love Languages of Children, Part 2: Physical Touch

Physical touch is important regardless of age or gender. Infants require physical touch because they are unable to verbalize. Toddlers require playful touch. Your child may change as they grow older and that's okay. It is important to be understanding of their needs. 

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Behaviors, Emotions, Happiness, Parenting, Relationships, TherapyAmanda Ramsdell, MFTiadults, attention, children, connections, emotions, empathy, happiness, healthy, love, parenting, relationships