Advice from a child psychologist to parents
The question of whether parents should kiss their children on the lips is debated around the world. Some people find it natural and sweet, while others find it weird or inappropriate. Consider child psychologist Dr. Charlotte Resnick’s view that this kind of love confuses children and stunts their development.
May affect children’s perception
doctor. Reznick, a renowned child psychologist and former associate professor of psychology at UCLA, believes that kissing children on the lips can create an association in their minds between love and a sexual or romantic relationship. When children see their parents kissing them on the lips, they may ask their parents about the meaning of the lips they are kissing.
To illustrate his point, Dr. Reznik shares the case of a six-year-old girl who was kissed on the lips by her unsuspecting father. According to Dr. Resnick, if the girl kissed and expressed herself in front of her classmates at school, she risked being unknowingly identified as a “sexual harasser.”
Diverse professional perspectives
But of all the specialists, Dr. D. Reznik. Psychologist Dr. Paul Hoeckemeyer believes that kissing a baby on the lips is a common way parents express their love. She stresses the importance of parents setting boundaries with their children, but sees nothing wrong with showing this particular condition.
Even famous parents like Tom Brady and David Beckham have been criticized for kissing their children on the lips. In a documentary about Brady’s life, viewers witnessed the moment he asked his 11-year-old son to kiss him on the lips, which sparked mixed reactions online. While some people praised Brady’s kindness, others found it problematic. The controversy isn’t limited to celebrity parents.
Everyday parents like Gabrielle Union and Kourtney Kardashian have also been in the spotlight for sharing kissy moments with their kids. These parents know their children well and say that ultimately it’s a personal decision. doctor. Reznick concludes her advice by saying, “If I had to answer when to stop kissing my kids on the lips, it would be now.” But he acknowledges that this decision is up to each parent. So what do you think? Nice or ugly? Remember, you decide what is best for your family.
