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Children's secret hiding places may signal deeper needs, psychologists say

Original: Psychology says children who create secret hiding places at home may be doing more than just playing

Psychologists suggest that children who build secret hiding spots around the home may be doing more than simply playing. According to a report by The Times of India, such behaviour can reflect a child's emotional development, including a need for privacy, autonomy, or a sense of security. Parents are being encouraged to pay attention to what these spaces might reveal about their child's inner world rather than dismissing them as games.

Why now: Parents are sharing and discussing parenting psychology advice about interpreting their children's behaviour at home.

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