Physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development in infancy and early childhood Flashcards
1
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Outline two physical developments in infancy.
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- By the first year, the infant can support its own weight.
- Around 6 months the infants will start crawling.
2
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Outline two social developments in infancy.
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- Family is the most significant influence
- The infant is totally dependent on its parents or other caregivers, and will learn certain social skills by observing these people.
- Begins to smile at around six weeks
- Learn culturally acceptable behaviors such as listening to parents and not hitting others.
3
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Outline two emotional developments in infancy.
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- Revolves around the family at this stage of the lifespan.
- One of the first signs of emotional development is when the hurt or distressed infant can be comforted by its caregivers
- By eight months, the infant can express anger and happiness, and may become frustrated if interrupted in their activities (e.g. when playing games). This expression of frustration may result in tantrum-throwing in later months.
4
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Outline two intellectual developments in infancy.
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- Recognize name and respond to when called
- Word-object association progresses and the infant will begin to recognize the names of favorite people, toys and objects
5
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Outline two physical developments in early childhood.
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- Height increases around 6cm per year
- Weight increases around 2.5 kilograms per year
- Left VS Right Hand
6
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Outline two social developments in early childhood.
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- Imaginary friends
- Manners, rituals (happy Birthday), sharing, independence, behaviors (eating with knife and fork)
7
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Outline two emotional developments in early childhood.
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- Empathy develops
- Develop identity
- Take pride in achievements, can become jealous when another child receives attention
8
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Outline two intellectual developments in early childhood.
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- Increase attention span
- Write basic letters and read basic books.
