During their childhood and teenage years, some young people may feel too shy or uncomfortable to interact(互动) with others of their age. Others may simply become too social in the use of technology to try outdoor interactions.
According to Auburn University professors, the experience of interacting with people of their own age is very important for young people. To encourage interaction in your community(社区), arrange a youth social activity. Such activities are a good way to encourage friendship and social development. You can arrange a bike tour through the local community, stopping along the way to interact with other young people and locals. A group hiking trip is another way to keep young people physically active and sociable. Arrange a day's hike through a forested park. Have them each bring some food to share and stop for a picnic along the way.
Technological development has made many children give up books and social activities in favor of television, computer and video games. Organize a youth weekly reading group to reinforce the value of reading and interacting with others. Organize a list of discussion topics and choose a day each week for group discussion.
Although many youth social events are aimed at entertainment(娱乐), it is also important to teach the value of community service. Arrange a trip to a local nursing home and have the young people spend a day socializing with the elderly. Or organize community clean-up and have them work to remove all the rubbish in the areas. Besides, teaching the value of giving back, these activities will allow young people to socialize with one another as well as with other members of the community.
