#1173: Maybe Not Delayed

“Your son is delayed.” Those words can fill you worry and even some fear as a parent. But did you know that your son may be perfectly normal, and the system may be incorrect? Researchers have found that boys’ brains develop more slowly than their female peers’ brains. The public school system doesn’t often take this into account, and a student’s success is measured by standardized tests. This is also true when it comes to behavior. As a result, many boys are labeled delayed when it comes to emotions or intelligence, when, in reality, they will catch up in due time. Don’t lose heart. And don’t forget to take your worries to God. Your son is perfectly and wonderfully made. For more ideas on raising boys to be godly men, visit Trail Life USA or RaisingGodlyBoys.com.