Middle school can be an incredibly tough time for kids. They experience all sorts of transitions. Sadly, this is also a time when many friendships from childhood begin to disintegrate. As pre-teens form new friendship groups, they begin to take on some of their new friends’ personality traits. This development can lead to fights and the changing of social groups. In some ways, this is a natural phase of life. But it can be hard on children, especially when one of their best friends sudden...
Staying Devoted During Transitions