Licensed Psychologist and Child Life Specialist

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I periodically blog about items that are professionally and personally important to me. If you have a specific question, please email me at drlori@lorikaplan.com.

Prosocial Skills in Children 8-12 Years Old

Introduction Prosocial skills are the behaviors that children use to help them get a long with others. Without the appropriate social skills, children risk becoming isolated, victims or bullies. Some can even turn to aggression and violence. These skills include, but are not limited to, effective communication, […]

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Children Living With Chronic & Life Threatening Illness

I worked for many years with hospitalized children and children living with chronic and life threatening illness. Here are some of my reflections on that work. Survival Due to successful medical advancement over the past 25 years in early detection, diagnosis, and treatment, many life-threatening illnesses are no […]

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