Kids talking to themselves? Here's what it means!
Updated | By The Workzone with Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp
What does it mean when our children are always talking to themselves? Educational psychologist Megan Tucker has some answers.

What does it really mean when children talk to themselves during playtime, at home, or loudly in public?
In this captivating podcast, educational psychologist, Megan Tucker, explains why 'self-talk' among our children could be an important part of their development.
But when does it become a problem that needs our intervention or professional help?
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Megan Tucker
Megan Tucker is a wife and mother of two little girls.
She is the owner of a therapy centre in Douglasdale called, 'Douglasdale Therapy Centre'. She completed her Master's degree at the University of Pretoria.
She has a special interest in working with children and adolescents in providing support with regard to mental health and academic performance, and facilitating the development of skills which will give them the opportunity to have a full experience of what life has to offer.
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