After more than two years of social disruptions, school closures, isolation, loneliness, and online learning, parents and educators have noticed a drop in social skills and prosocial behavior in children. A
2021 OnePoll survey of parents of school-aged children (ages 5-14) found that 7 out of 10 parents expressed concern that their child’s social skills are at risk and two-thirds are concerned that their children have become more socially awkward around others since the pandemic. 81% of the parents polled wanted schools to implement activities to teach social skills.
Research has found that social deprivation and lack of peer interaction in adolescence will have lasting negative consequences on their brains and physical and mental health while other
research shows that social skills and prosocial behaviors (caring, cooperating, altruism, etc.) have significant benefits, including buffering against stress and adversity, increasing positive moods and health, and improving learning.
This conference will explore the "Science of the Social Brain" – the impacts of isolation, the influences of peers, and the importance of social connections. Discover ways to create cooperative and collaborative classrooms; reduce school conflicts; improve a sense of belonging and identity; teach social and friendship skills; incorporate peer groups and social learning; and promote prosocial behaviors in students to boost school and life success.
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This conference will be presented as a
hybrid conference. You can either attend in person in New York City or participate virtually. Click
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The science of the social brain, networks, and connections
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