James Kerrigan (16) went missing from his home in Ballyconnell, Co Cavan on December 30. Gardaí have issued a missing person appeal for information on James, who was last seen in Ashbourne, Co Meath at approximately 3pm on the same day. Described as 5 foot 2 inches with a slim build, brown hair, and green eyes, James was wearing specific clothing when last seen. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact Ashbourne Garda Station, the Garda Confidential Line, or any Garda station.
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I'm A Family Therapist, Here's Why You Should Never Say 'Stop Crying' To Kids
Family psychotherapist Fiona Yassin warns against telling children to "stop crying," as it can invalidate their emotions and lead to long-term emotional repression, potentially resulting in harmful behaviors. Yassin emphasizes the importance of validating children's feelings and providing a safe space for emotional expression, suggesting alternative phrases like "I can see that you have some big feelings. Would you like to share them with me?" to support healthy emotional development. Full Article
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