chap 6 & 4 hehe Flashcards
what did erikson believe led to a healthy outcome in infancy, rather than food?
quality of caregiving
what is the conflict for the second year of life?
conflict of autonomy vs shame and doubt
how do babies manifest happiness as newborns?
smile during rem sleep, when full, stroked or rocked, hearing a parents voice
how old are babies when they start smiling at bright, moving objects?
one month old
when do babies develop the social smile, cued by a parents communication?
6-10 weeks
when do babies learn to laugh at obvious events?
3-4 months
how old are babies when they find non-typical events funny?
5-7 months
how old do babies learn to smile and laugh more with people they’re familiar with?
6-12 months
when can babies differentiate smiles between contexts?
10-12 months
when does a baby’s smile become a conscious social signal?
1 year
how is anger or sadness elicited in a newborn?
any uncomfortable experience
when does anger increase in intensity and frequency?
4-6 months
why does 4-6 months anger increase in intensity?
they realize they can control their parents and situation with anger. it acts as a motivator to lash out in order to manipulate
which is more frequent, anger or sadness?
anger
when is sadness a more frequent response for infant?
when parent-child bond is seriously disrupted
when does fear increase in infants?
6-24 months when they are slow to play with a new toy or have a height aversion
what is the most common expression of fear in an infant?
stranger anxiety
why is stranger anxiety not the same for all infants?
has to do with personality and socialization
what is one way to relieve stranger anxiety?
new adult lets the child initiate the interaction rather than picking them up at first sight
when do babies depend more on parent to be secure base?
6 months
what is a secure base?
safe point that infants can come back to after exploring
why does the fear that 6-24 month olds feel decrease?
they develop cognitively and can recognize the difference between threatening and non-threatening people or objects
what are the three main temperament types according to thomas and chess model?
1) easy child
2) difficult child
3) slow to warm up child
what is the easy child characteristic of?
cheerful, routine-oriented, adaptable
which type of child doesn’t stick to routines, is aversive to new experiences, and has typically negative and intense reactions?
difficult child
which child is inactive, has little reaction to the environment, has a negative mood, and is slow to adjust?
the slow-to-warm-up child
what are rothbart’s 6 dimensions of temperament?
1) activity level
2) attention span/persistence
3) fearful distress
4) irritable distress
5) positive affect
6) effortful control
what dimension of temperament consists of wariness to new experiences or environment?
fearful distress
what does the positive affect dimension mean?
how often they show happiness or pleasure
what temperament dimension is the level of gross motor activity?
activity level
what temperament dimension is how much they fuss or cry when needs aren’t met?
irritable distress
what temperament dimension describes how long they are interested or focused on something?
attention span/persistence
what are the underlying components of the definition of temperament in Rothbart’s dimensions?
1) emotion
2) attention
3) action
what are the 4 phases of attachment development?
1) pre-attachment
2) attachment in the making
3) clear-cut attachment
4) reciprocal relationship
which phase of attachment happens from 18mo-2years and on?
reciprocal relationship
which phase of attachment can the child understand why the parent comes and goes so their separation anxiety is alleviated some?
reciprocal relationship
which phase of attachment does the child negotiate with parent to obtain their goals?
4) reciprocal relationship
which phase of attachment occurs from 6 weeks-6-8 months?
attachment in the making
which phase of attachment can the infant distinguish between a familiar caregiver and a stranger?
attachment in the making
which phase of attachment does the infant develop a sense of trust as their caregiver responds to their needs, but they are ok with being separated?
2) attachment in the making
which phase of attachment occurs from 6-8 months - 18 months?
clear-cut attachment
at which phase of attachment is the infant clearly attached to their caregivers, and being apart from them causes separation anxiety, depending on their temperament?
clear-cut attachment
which is the first phase of attachment. happening between birth-6 months?
pre-attachment
at what phase of attachment do babies have reflex responses that help them bond with the people who care for them?
pre-attachment
at what phase of attachment do babies prefer their mother without being fully attached yet?
1) pre- attachment
how do fathers play with children vs mothers?
fathers: more playful, exciting physical play
mothers: more time caring and expressing love for children. give kids toys, play gentle games, talk to their children
what is self-recognition?
identifying oneself as a physically unique individual
at what age do children develop self-recognition?
around 2 years old
what is the categorical self?
children categorize themselves based on age, sex, physical characteristics, even actions
when is the categorical self developed?
between 18-30 months
when is babies nutrition crucial for development?
first 2 years
how much of babies caloric intake is devoted to growth?
25%
what is the recommended duration for breastfeeding?
exclusively for 6 months, but up to 2 years
what are pros of breastfeeding?
1) correct balance of fat and protein
2) protection against respiratory and intestinal infections
3) nutritional completeness
4) ensures healthy physical growth
5) protects against faulty jaw and tooth decay
6) mom less likely to get pregnant, more space between children and therefore decrease number of childhood deaths in poverty stricken countries
7) less chance of malnourishment and death
8) ensures digestibility
9) smooths transition to solid foods
what are pros of formula?
1) mom can get back to routine
2) contains more vitamin D and iron, but same nutrients as BM
3) less worry for mom about how much baby is eating
what are cons of breastfeeding?
1) time
2) breast discomfort
3) hard to monitor milk intake
what are cons of formula?
1) doesn’t decrease health risks for mother
2) no necessary antibodies
3) risk for water contamination
4) more $
what is the timeline for breastfeeding babies?
1) birth - colostrum (antibody rich)
2) 72hrs - engorged as milk comes in
3) 4mo - immune system increases
4) 6mo - add solid foods
what are the 3 breastfeeding positions?
1) cradle hold
2) football hold
3) side-lying position