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How do I help a child make friends?
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Expert Answer
Teach social skills: greeting others, sharing, taking turns, showing interest in others. Arrange playdates in comfortable settings. Model friendly behavior. Don't overschedule—free play develops social skills. If social struggles persist, consider whether shyness, anxiety, or neurodivergence factors exist.
Key Insight
Teach social skills: greeting others, sharing, taking turns, showing interest in others.
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