emotional development

Question 1

what is bonding?

Answer 1

the intense attachment that develops between parents and their baby

Question 2

what is attachment?

Answer 2

a baby’s attachment to its mother begins immediately after birth as it responds to the love and attention it receives

Question 3

what is self-esteem?

Answer 3

how an individual thinks of themselves

Question 4

what is self-confidence?

Answer 4

self-confidant individuals trust themselves and abilities. they may be confidant in certain areas of their life but insecure in others

Question 5

development of feelings?

Answer 5

children need to be supported in managing feelings. Feelings of anger, frustration, disappointment, sadness and shame can feel overwhelming for a small child

Question 6

attachments and independence?

Answer 6

studies suggest that children need to feel deeply attached to their parent to grow successfully independent humans

Question 7

loss of independence?

Answer 7

this happens when an individual is no longer able to carry out day-to-day tasks without help and support