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What Is Eye Contact?
Eye contact is a non-verbal communication skill where a child makes visual connection with others during interaction. It's essential for:

Building social connections
Understanding emotions
Joint attention
Active listening and engagement
🚩 Why Some Children Struggle with Eye Contact:
Sensory sensitivity – visual input may be overwhelming
Social anxiety – eye contact may feel intense or threatening
Delayed social communication development
Lack of understanding of social rules
Poor body awareness or joint attention

Practice during routine tasks: mealtime, brushing teeth, or storytime
📍 When to Seek Professional Support:
If your child consistently avoids eye contact and it’s impacting their social or learning skills, consult:

An Occupational Therapist
A Speech and Language Pathologist
A Developmental Pediatrician

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