Early life experiences

Question 1

What can abuse and neglect in early years cause?

Answer 1

brain function and development and contributes to emotional and behavioural problems later in life

Question 2

Infants who have positive emotional stimulation are more likely to

Answer 2

• less likely socially excluded
• more likely to exhibit positive behaviour
• more prepared for challenges of formal education

Question 3

optimal growth and strong emotional attachment in early years can assist

Answer 3

future physical, social and mental heatlh