Emotional Development

Question 1

Define attachment:

Answer 1

A strong emotional connection between a child and caregiver

Question 2

What is self-concept made up of?

Answer 2

Self-image and self-esteem

Question 3

Define self-image:

Answer 3

the way an individual sees themself

Question 4

Define self-esteem:

Answer 4

the way an individual values and feels about themself

Question 5

6 reasons for why attachments may not go so smoothly because of:

Answer 5

• Disability
• Post-natal depression
• Foster care/adoption
• Premature babies
• Emotionally unavailable (drugs, poverty)
• Seperation (single parent, divorce)

Question 6

How do infants develop self-esteem from 0-18 months?

Answer 6

• Having basic needs met, e.g. closeness, love and comfort
• Primary caregiver provides support and attention
• Shows they are important, safe, and secure

Question 7

How do infants develop self-esteem from 18months- 2 years?

Answer 7

• Learning new skills and being praised for them
• Shown love and treated as special by primary caregiver
• Know what they look like and where they belong

Question 8

Describe what a positive self-esteem looks like?

Answer 8

• Easier time in relationships, can resist peer pressure
• Optimistic view of the world
• Positive feedback from parents when they do something successfully
• Parents encourage to accept failures as well as success
• Parents ask child for opinions and introduce to social settings

Question 9

4 Ways to build self-esteem:

Answer 9

• Exercise
• Talk to people
• Eat healthy
• Do fun things

Question 10

What are the PIES impact of positive self-esteem?

Answer 10

P- like themselves and will take care of themselves
I- want to learn more and try hard in exams
E- happier and feel good about themselves
S- easier to make new friends/relationships

Question 11

Describe what a negative self-esteem look like?

Answer 11

• Speak negatively about themselves
• Difficulty dealing with problems
• Self-critical
• Become easily frustrated
• Being bullied, not having any friends, and stress at home

Question 12

How does a negative self-esteem affect how a person values themselves?

Answer 12

• Become overly concerned about their physical appearance
• Difficulty fitting in with peer groups
• Leads to poor school achievement

Question 13

What is a positive self-image determined by?

Answer 13

The quality of social interaction and influence of caregivers in early childhood

Question 14

What makes a child have a positive self-image?

Answer 14

• Parents who make positive comments about a childs appearance
• Constant praises from parents, teachers etc.

Question 15

What may a negative self-image look like?

Answer 15

• Unwanted physical characteristics like acne, and changes in body shape
• Influenced by social media

Question 16

What can a negative self-esteem lead to?

Answer 16

Psychological problems like anxiety, depression, and eating disorders