Dimitri, Age 12: How to help a friend dealing with hard times Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic

Ep. 54 - Kids Ask Dr. Friendtastic: Showing up for friends the way they want.
Dimitri wants to what he can do to support a friend who is dealing with hard times.
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*** DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
- Think of a hard time you’ve been through. What kind of support from friends did you find helpful (or not helpful) during that time?
- How could giving advice hurt a friendship?
- What does Dr. Friendtastic mean when she says that your friend knows best what kind of support they need?
- Why might listening be a good way to support a friend who is going through a hard time? 
- What could you do to support a friend who doesn’t feel like talking about their problems?


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