Dr. Thompson was recently interviewed by Rachel Peachman for Parents Magazine on summer sleep away camps, homesickness and how time away from home can foster a child’s sense of freedom.
An excerpt from the piece:
“Many parents avoid talking about homesickness because they’re afraid it will increase their child’s fear. However, nothing reduces homesickness like empathizing with it and acknowledging that it might be a bit tough to overcome but that most children do.”
Read the full article at http://www.parents.com/kids/camp/summer/how-to-tell-if-sleepaway-camp-is-right-for-your-kid/