Development & Behavior Flashcards
Define Short Stature
Past age 2 years, height that is below 2.3%
Goal of Short Stature
Differentiate between benign & pathological etiologies
Diagnostic Approach to Short Stature
Thorough H&P
Growth curve velocity
Bone age determination
Familial Short Stature
Bone age = child’s age
Hx of parent being short
Genetic
Constitutional Growth Delay
Bone age
Most Important First Step in Newborn’s Life
Bonding with caregiver
Infants has not learned they are separate from caretaker
Physical contact = protection to baby
Bonding/Attachment Problems
Mother ill Single parent No outside support for parents Post-partum blues Depression Psychosis Marital stress Abuse Not wanting baby Too much "support"
Define Temper Tantrums
Consists of whining, screaming, crying and even throwing self to the floor
Why do toddlers have temper tantrums?
Frustration Learning to communicate Easily overwhelmed Overtired Want their way
Four Goals of Misbehavior in Toddlers
Attention
Power
Revenge
Display of inadequacy
Management Tips to Parents for Avoid Temper Tantrums
Avoid putting child in situations when tired or lots of stimulation Easy choices between 2 things Distract them Ignore the tantrum Warn of consequences Tell them you love them not the behavior
When to Seek Help with Temper Tantrums
Parent uncomfortable with response or feelings
Parent gives in to child
Tantrums arouse bad feelings
Increasing frequency, intensity, or duration
Child hurts him/herself or others
Child is destructive
Child displays mood disorders
Potential Underlying Problems for Temper Tantrums
Hearing/vision problems
Chronic illness
Language delay
Learning disability
Tips for Temper Tantrums
Consider mental health of parent
Encourage teaching prosocial behavior/empathy
Educate about reinforcing positives
Chronic Aggressiveness Leads to:
Repeated failure in school
Frustrating & disappointing life
Emotional & physical pain
Studies Demonstrate that Abnormal Aggression Leads To:
Long-term aggressive behavior
Antisocial behavior
Early interventions key to preventing violent teens/adults
Prevention of Abnormal Aggression
Limit screen time
Intervene early
Consult medical & mental health professionals
Possible Causes of Aggressive Behavior
Poor parenting Abuse/neglect trauma Brain damage Genetic abnormalities Other health problems Marital problems Family instability Observation of aggression from peers/at home
Strong Warning Signs of Aggressive Behavior
Cruelty to animals Arson Sexualized behavior Aggressive behavior outside norm Self-injury Extreme non-compliance Lack of behavior change with consequences Evidence of psychosis Lack of remorse or empathy
Possible Reasons for Biting
Relieve pain from teething Experience sensation of biting Oral-motor stimulation Imitate others Get attention Self-defense Communicate needs & desires Communicate feelings