Joining a new group of friends (Sam, Age 13)

Ep. 16 – Sam, Age 13: Joining a new group of friends | Understanding the difference between fitting in and belonging

Sam wants to know how he can tell if he’s become friends with a new group.

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

- What are some ways that friendship groups can be more complicated than individual friendships?

- Have you ever tried to change friendship groups? Why did you want to make the change? How did it go?

- Why does Dr. Friendtastic recommend belonging to more than one friendship group?

- Why do you think kids sometimes try to hide or change something about themselves to fit in? How is that different from belonging?

Books mentioned in the podcast:

Growing Friendships: A Kids' Guide to making and Keeping Friends https://eileenkennedymoore.com/child-development-books/growing-friendships/

Growing Feelings: A Kids' Guide to Dealing with Emotions about Friends and Other Kids https://eileenkennedymoore.com/child-development-books/growing-feelings/

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