Quiz #5 Flashcards
During early childhood, parents gradually encourage their children towards increased and age appropriate self-_______ and self-__________.
control, regulation
In middle childhood, ____-__________ continues to develop and expand, but also mediated by __-__________ by their parents.
self-regulation, co-regulation
the developmental ability to manage and control emotions and urges in a socially accepted way
self-regulation
During middle childhood, the development of healthy self-esteem and ____-_______ emerge.
self-concept
Peer groups have their own rules, communication styles, and boundaries that:
influence children’s self-concept
A community service for families and individuals with disabilities that provides temporary relief and emergency care, allowing for self-renewal of caretakers.
Respite Care
Parents can guide children toward managing their emotions during difficult times, which is also called “__-_________”.
co-regulation
In middle childhood, ______ becomes the central focus of the child’s life.
school
Schools are the places where children learn and practice being __________ citizens, and become __________ and __________ aware if parents are involved in the school system.
responsive, culturally, economically
Parents of school-age children expect them to :
- Increase in social skills and increased ability for cooperation
- Increase their information-processing skills
- Assume assignments without adult supervision
Entry into the ______ __________ signals changes and adjustments for the child, the parents, and the family.
school environment
Parents can assist a child’s educational achievement by being involved with the schools :
parenting, communicating, learning at home, collaborating with the community, decision making, and volunteering
It is natural for school-age children to agree with the _________ and ________ _____ they hear from others their own age.
criticism, negative input
Giving children their own space for quiet study and schoolwork acknowledges their _____ and sends the message that homework and learning is an _________ and ______ endeavor.
needs, important, valued
_______ ___ _______ play an important role in helping children develop healthy attitudes concerning sexual and relationship matters, which should ultimately support safe sexual choices that promote health and well-being.
Parents and schools
“_______ ________” may account for many of the problems that school-age children experience with school performance.
Ability Deficits
“__________ _______” can account for learning problems that stem from prenatal or postnatal exposure to harmful substances, such as maternal intake of alcohol or cocaine, oxygen deprivation, accidents that affect the central nervous system, infections, and inadequate protein in the diet.
biological factors
“__________ ________” promote ill will, interfere with effective communication and interaction, constitute negative ways of getting attention, serve as a means of expressing anger and hostility, and can also be an attempt to cope with frustration and anxiety.
antisocial behaviors
Landmarks of Middle Childhood
- developing a positive work ethic
- acquiring age appropriate responsibility for personal actions and behaviors
- mastering the tools of mental and social skills to handle the complexities of formal education
Cognitive Skills in Middle Childhood
Classification
Reversibility
Understanding time
Seriation
Conservation
Parents and adults working with this age group, be respectful towards them and learn to differentiate between what is a _______ expression of developing autonomy in the child, versus what can be ________ and potentially destructive influences.
healthy, unhealthy
________ nutrition, as well as childhood ______ ________, contribute to adult health outcomes.
Prenatal, eating patterns
Family eating pattern’s goal is to maintain a normal, enjoyable eating experience that nourishes the body, yet does not lead to __________ __ ____________.
overeating or undereating
Middle childhood age group should have received the basic series of ____________ to prevent many infectious diseases that are usually _________ for child-care, preschool, and kindergarten enrollment.
vaccinations, mandatory
