by mysocialedge.com | May 31, 2023 | Aggression, Anger, Emotions
Aggression in general is behavior with the intention to harm another person. But it goes beyond that. When considering acts of aggression, it is important to examine not just the aggressor’s intentions but also if the victim perceives it to be harmful—and if the...
by mysocialedge.com | Apr 25, 2023 | Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Emotions, Feelings, Friendships, Social Skills
As parents, we want our children to be confident and assertive. We want them to have the power to stand up for themselves and to express their opinions in a respectful and effective way. But how can we achieve this goal? One of the most important things we can do as...
by mysocialedge.com | Apr 18, 2023 | Emotional Intelligence, Emotions, Empathy, Friendships, Parenting Strategies, Peer Acceptance, Social Skills
As a parent, we might have heard our child come home and talk about mean kids at school. We might also have seen the movies portraying their tactics, and how they gain popularity by bullying others. We don’t want our kids to feel scared or intimidated by these...
by mysocialedge.com | Apr 18, 2023 | Feelings, Friendships, Parenting Strategies, Peer Acceptance
Have you ever noticed your child struggling to make friends or fit in with their peers? As a parent, it can be heart-wrenching to see this happen. As children grow up, peer acceptance becomes increasingly important to their overall well-being. Let’s discuss the...
by mysocialedge.com | Apr 14, 2023 | Parenting Strategies, Parenting Styles, Peer Acceptance
Did you know that popular students in school can often be the most aggressive? Let’s learn more about why mean girls are perceived as popular by their peers and what parents can do to address this issue. It’s surprising how the most popular students can...