Lesson 15 & 16 Flashcards
What might be the cause of a sudden, out–of–nowhere stage of acting out?
The child may be undergoing a major life event (such as moving house, gaining a sibling, or dealing with a parent’s divorce)
How many words does a typical four–year–old add to their vocabulary each day?
Four to six new words
Since eight–year–olds grow 5–7 cms per year, what will be required at this age?
Larger classroom furniture
What could be cured if the Golden Rule were more widely taught and believed?
Racism, inequality, and bigotry
What are the two (2) most intense developmental periods in a person’s life?
a) Infancy (Birth to 2 years old)
b) Teen years (11 to 18)
What is a major problem with early–developing adolescents?
They are more vulnerable to making risky decisions because their physical and brain changes are happening on widely divergent tracks
According to researcher Erik Erikson, what are the two (2) stages through which children/teens move?
a) Industry vs inferiority
b) Identity vs role confusion
As their ability to think in abstract terms grows, what do young people begin to do?
Debate, challenge established ideas or values, and question authority
When does the reasoning centre of the brain solidify?
Not until a person’s mid–20s
Until the prefrontal cortex fully develops in early adulthood, what may teens misinterpret?
Body language and facial expressions
During teenage years, parental approval becomes less important than what?
Peer approval
What is the easiest way to earn a teenager’s respect?
Apologise when you make a mistake
What sort of leadership do teens need in their lives?
Consistent and loving
