Can my stress rub off on my children?

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Yes. Experts say a child detects a parent's worries about keeping a job or about a health crisis. Children are more likely to be happy when their parents are, even if their parents need some time away from the kids to feel happier. So don't feel guilty about having a date night.

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School Age Child Emotional Health

To care for your school-age child’s emotional health, it is important that your child understands the he or she is loved and respected unconditionally. Listening attentively and communicating with honesty and respect teaches your child to do the same, building a strong, positive relationship for the future. Look for signs of stress and help your child recognize and process those feelings so that he or she feels supported and knows to look to you for guidance.

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