Social-Emotional Development

Also known as: social and emotional development socio-emotional development

The gradual process through which young children learn to recognize and manage their emotions, form positive interpersonal relationships, develop empathy, and build self-confidence and behavioral regulation necessary for thriving in society.
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The gradual process through which young children learn to recognize and manage their emotions, form positive interpersonal relationships, develop empathy, and build self-confidence and behavioral regulation necessary for thriving in society.
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