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Feb 2025
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Part 2: Nurturing the Sensitive Child th...

Institute of Child Psychology
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In the second part of this series, we interview Dr. Michael Pluess, a leading researcher on Highly Sensitive Children. Dr. Pluess talks about the latest research on how educators can identify Highly Sensitive Children in the classroom, tips for the classroom, wellness and high sensitivity, parenting, environment and optimal practices. For the latest research on Highly Sensitive Children, this is an episode you don't want to miss! Michael Pluess, PhD, is a chartered psychologist and Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Surrey. His research focuses on various aspects of Environmental Sensitivity, such as the measurement of sensitivity, the role of genetics, and the development of sensitivity across the life-span.



To access a one hour webinar for educators on Highly Sensitive Children, click here.

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