Emotional Development Flashcards
Self-Confidence
Belief in one’s own abilities.
Self-Concept
How people see themselves; typically positive or negative.
Sibling Rivalry
The competition between brothers or sisters for parents’ affection and attention.
Separation Anxiety
The fear of being away from parents, familiar caregivers, or the normal environment.
Negativism
Doing the opposite of what others want; caused by the desire for independence, frustration, & the realization of being a separate person.
Self-Centered
Thinking about one’s own needs and wants and not those of others.
Temperament
A person’s unique emotional makeup; helps determine how you react to your environment.
Failure to Thrive
A condition in which babies do not grow and develop properly.
Attachment
A baby’s bond to his or her main caregiver; helps a baby develop trust, self-esteem, & social and emotional skills.
Initiative
The motivation to accomplish more. Those who are encouraged in the efforts gain self-confidence.
Emotional development
The process of learning to recognize and express feelings and to establish a personal identity.
