B4 Social factors that affect development

Question 1

How does family dysfunction affect development?

Answer 1

Family dysfunction – parental divorce or separation, sibling rivalry, parenting style – Authoritative, child is more resilient able to conform to societal norms. Authoritarian child is more rebellious from having such a strict upbringing with so many rules. Permissive child is likely to lack self
control, respect, difficulty managing relationships from having too much freedom and few boundaries.

Question 2

How does bullying affect development?

Answer 2

Bullying – effects of bullying on self-esteem, self-harm, suicide.