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Above all, do not shame her for her

shyness.

If you can, it’s best to teach your

child self-coaxing skills while he’s still

very young, when there’s less stigma

associated with social hesitancy. Be a

role model by greeting strangers in a

calm and friendly way, and by getting

together with your own friends. Similarly,

invite some of his classmates to

your house. Let him know gently that

when you’re together with others, it’s

not OK to whisper or tug at your pants

leg to communicate his needs; he needs

to speak up. Make sure that his social

encounters are pleasant by selecting

kids who aren’t overly aggressive and

playgroups that have a friendly feel to

them. Have your child play with younger

kids if this gives him confidence,

older kids if they inspire him.

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