Between 5 and 10% of children experience chronic rejection or victimization in elementary school.
These relationship difficulties can lead to academic problems, health issues, and a series of mental health complications like depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
“That’s why it’s so important to know when and how these problems appear and develop,” concludes Dr. Boivin.
“The good news is that it is possible, in kindergarten if not earlier, to identify children who might have trouble relating to their peers and quickly intervene,” stresses Boivin.
“We have to keep the personal characteristics that make them less popular with other kids from creating a vicious circle of rejection and victimization.”
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