These and other studies have shown that having imaginary friends can be good for children in many ways. They can help children develop social skills, provide comfort and companionship, and give children greater emotional support. Having imaginary friends can be a sign of intelligence as well, though not all intelligent children will have one. In earlier times, having imaginary friends was considered a sign of mental illness. However, current studies have shown the opposite to be true.
這些以及其他研究顯示在很多層面上擁有假想朋友對孩童來說是有益的。他們可以幫助兒童發展社交技能，給予慰藉以及陪伴，並且提供兒童更多情感上的支持。擁有假想朋友也可以是高智商的特徵之一，但並非所有聰明的小孩都會有。早期，擁有假想朋友被視為是患有心理疾病的徵兆。然而，近期研究顯示事實恰恰相反。
生活必備字詞：
develop vt. 發展
comfort n. 安慰
intelligence n. 智慧，智力
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