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Experts Urge Patience-Building Techniques for Children Today

4/17/2026

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Experts say teaching patience to children is crucial in today’s fast-paced world.
Anna Mathur, a psychotherapist, notes constant notifications reshape children's ability to wait.
Dr. Charlotte Armitage suggests normalizing waiting and limiting screen time to improve communication and patience.
Kathryn Jezer-Morton, a journalist, advocates "friction-maxxing" by encouraging children to walk instead of relying on rides.
Techniques such as visual timers, patience-building games, and meditation can help children develop patience.

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Experts say teaching patience to children is crucial in today’s fast-paced world.
Anna Mathur, a psychotherapist, notes constant notifications reshape children's ability to wait.
Dr. Charlotte Armitage suggests normalizing waiting and limiting screen time to improve communication and patience.
Kathryn Jezer-Morton, a journalist, advocates "friction-maxxing" by encouraging children to walk instead of relying on rides.
Techniques such as visual timers, patience-building games, and meditation can help children develop patience.