My child's playmate (both age 6) is significantly behind my child in terms of mental development and maturity. Should I still allow them to play together?
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Yep, they are friends, development comes at different times for different kids, now is the time for them to be kids and have fun with friends, thier choice of friends :-)
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it is ok to let the children play. this wont affect your child in any negative way. All children mature and develope at their own pace. Albert Einstein had dslyxia and you know he accomplished quite alot.
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Of course, they are friends, you think he will catch something?
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What exactly concerns you? Are you afraid that your child will start regressing and behave like his or her friend? Does the other child convince your son or daughter to do things s/he normally wouldn't. Is the other child unable to follow the rules in your home. I have worked with special needs children in the past and if you specify what you are concerned about I would be able to answer your question more accurately.
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You should help this challenged child to socialise with family members, relatives and friends. Subnormal children need more love and affection than the normal child does or they tend to get frustrated. They might not be able to express their needs. So it is up to you, to show your child how to help them, how to give them the love and strength that they require, to help them develop to their full potential. It is our jobs as parents to show our children, that everyone is not perfect, but they are still loved and respected.
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The best way for children to learn to respect all kinds of people, is through exposure to a variety of experiences. As a parent, you will want to supervise their play closely, and help both children to interact to the best of their abilities. Realize that each person progresses according to his own ability, and it not always a smooth process. There may be some regression, even without any outside influence. Childhood is a time of experimentation and learning.
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yes allow them 2 be friends your child will teach the playmate things
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Yes.
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Yes! as long as they are happy together, and have you stopped to think that maybe your child will actually bring the playmate on in terms of development and maturity??? They could be good for each other.
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