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Are Imaginary Friends Bad?

Question:

My three-year-old nephew has an imaginary friend he calls "Mark." Are imaginary friends considered guardian angels or demons?

Answer:

Imaginary friends are just that: imaginary. Young children often use their imagination to “bring alive” their toys and stuffed animals. Some children go a step further and create in their minds an invisible friend. There is nothing to worry about. What your nephew has created in his mind is perfectly normal and is a sign of creativity.

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