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Author: Codie C. Lavoie - Pediatric Neurologist and Sleep Specialist, University of Southern California

Caregivers often seek a specific age that their child can be left home alone. However, the neuroscience of brain development suggests that readiness depends on much more than a birthday.

The article is relatively short, so I didn't bother with a TLDR since I'd lose helpful info. If you want, here is a short checklist

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[–] emmanuel_car@fedia.io 30 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Emotional Regulation

Can stay reasonably calm when something unexpected happens, such as a visitor at the door

Well shit, count me out.

[–] Tolookah@discuss.tchncs.de 6 points 1 week ago

Turns out I can't leave my dog at home