Reducing the Negative Effects of Deprivation Flashcards
How can the short term effects of separation be reduced
Reunion between caregiver and child
What did Robertson (1971) research
Observers and temporary foster carers for 4 children whose mothers were going into hospital
What did Robertson research about the children
Fostered separately
Made great efforts to get to know:
-habits
-developmental stage of each child prior to separation from parents
When did the intensity of distress reduce
-Good-quality substitute care was provided
Substitute mother figure was concerned over emotional and intellectual needs
-Regular contact with parent
-Maintain a home life routine and bring familiar comfort (toys) to remind them of home
-Receive sufficient amount of attention
What do children need biologically
Responsive interactions with adults
What are the different types of neglect
Occasional inattention
Chronic under-stimulation
Severe neglect in family context
Severe neglect in an institutionalised context
Occasional inattention
Not a bay thing, can be good as they develop to self soothe
Parents tune out for a bit
Chronic under-stimulation
Child has less interaction with adults than they should have
Severe neglect in family context
Prolonged inattention periods, child’s basic needs not being met (food, hygiene)
At risk of deficits
Severe neglect in an institutionalised setting
Children living in warehouse type situations (orphanages)
Should be avoided at all costs
How can negative effects be reduced with parental figure
Substitute care of mother figure, who has a concern over child, emotional intellectual needs
How else can negative effects be reduced
Regular contact with parents, he’s a reminder such as photos
Maintaining home life routines
Regulating staff to child ratios
What other study relates?
Bowlby’s maternal deprivation hypothesis
