Though they did not address specific behaviors in the study, Chen adds that for children who tend to perceive peers» intentions as benign, and also tend to experience
intense emotions, they might be more
emotionally engaged when playing together with a friend, may initiate more pro-social behaviors, and share more laughter and positive
interactions.
To conclude, mindfulness and particularly being mindful during and about
emotionally intense, stressful, or painful parent — child
interactions may prevent and stop intergenerational transmission of dysfunctional upbringing patterns.