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The Power of Hugs: A Child Psychologist's Perspective
Child psychologist Isabel Rojas Estapé discusses the importance of hugging children and how to manage their emotions in her new book.
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HealthLifestyleGender IssuesMental HealthFamilyChildrenParentingEmotions
Instituto Rojas-EstapéIlussio
Isabel Rojas EstapéEnrique RojasMarian Rojas Estapé
- And what is conveyed to children with a hug?
- A hug conveys understanding, acceptance, and love to children, triggering oxytocin, the bonding hormone, providing a sense of security.
- Why did you want your first book to be aimed at children?
- Isabel Rojas Estapé chose to write her first book for children because they are the future and because many adults seek help managing emotions with their children.
- Can you hug too much? That is, could it be counterproductive?
- There's no such thing as too many hugs; excessive hugging might indicate the need to manage underlying emotions. Hugs are a healthy way to express feelings.
- The book is titled "I need a hug." Why is it so important to hug our loved ones?
- Embracing loved ones is crucial because it's a holistic expression of emotions, using the whole body to convey feelings, and strengthens bonds.
- The previous generation practiced a type of upbringing in which parents were much colder. Do you think children are hugged enough now?
- While there's been improvement in physical affection towards children, we still need to embrace them unconditionally, not just for good behavior.