
CLASSIC: Could a thought be alive?
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
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The Importance of Having an Imaginary Friend
We often ask ourselves whether an imaginary friend is a form of hallucination, right? But as it turns out, this isn't the case, experts argue. Instead, the perceived beings of vivid fantasy can help children address emotional concerns or pursue play,. practice empathy, and model later social behaviors.
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