Family Resources for Working Parents: The Science of Affection
Karen Belanger
- 14 September 2021
Science proves that being warm, loving, and responsive are some of the most important actions parents can take to help their children’s development. Physical affection has actual health and developmental benefits that last throughout their childhood and adulthood.
Working parents that are deeply connected with their children through affection and active listening, for example, are better able to deliver a prevention message of avoiding drug and alcohol use.
THE SCIENCE OF CARE
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