Dr. Karen Molano, a clinical psychologist specializing in early childhood development, emphasizes the importance of how parents handle everyday interactions with their children. She argues that early childhood is a crucial time for brain development and that parents’ responses to their children’s struggles significantly impact their future mental and emotional health. According to Dr. Molano, positive interactions—such as comforting a child when they are upset or engaging in interactive play—help build resilience and foster healthy brain development. She advises parents to use everyday moments to nurture emotional health, like reading together or discussing their day. Reflecting on one’s own early experiences can help understand how these interactions shape adult coping mechanisms.
How Early Childhood ‘Shapes us’ says Psychotherapist and why Parents Must Carry That Forward
Updated on September 10, 2024