week 5 and 6 Flashcards
define attachment
the emotional tie to a parent experienced by an infant from which the child derives security
what is bowlbys view on attachment?
infants create internal models related to their relationships by age 5
how would a child display stranger anxiety?
cling to parent in presence of stranger
how would a child display separation anxiety?
when a child is separated from parent they show expression of discomfort
how would a child display social referencing?
when an infant uses others facial expression as a guide to their own emotions
what displays secure attachment?
- parent is a safe base
- child leaves parent but comes back when in distress
how would a child display avoidant attachment
- avoids contact with parent, shows indifference
how would a child display ambivalent attachment?
no exploratory behaviour, upset when parent leaves
what would display disorganised attachment?
when a child doesn’t seem to get comfort of parent, confusion with attachment
what are the five factors influencing secure attachment
- emotional responsiveness
- tactile responsiveness (physical touch)
- contingent responsiveness (sensitive to Childs verbal and nonverbal cues)
- marital conflict
- mental health
what are the 4 major ways to promote health in infants
- immunisations
- supporting breastfeeding
- second hand smoke
- safe sleep
when do infants start to have defined sleep routines?
at about 6 months
what is colic
infant behaviour involving inconsolable amounts of crying (self limiting with no long them effects)
when does colic typically occur?
appears at 2-3 weeks and disappears around 3-4 months
is the Denver developmental screening test diagnostic?
no
what influences a persons intelligence at early childhood age?
- heredity
- family influences
- preschool influences
why is attachment important in early childhood?
attachment is protective and sets a foundation for social competencies
- it promotes effective functioning and emotion regulation and stress response
what are some divorce related factors that can affect a Childs development?
- parental conflict
- poverty
- disruptions of daily routine
how long should children participate in physical activity per day?
60 minutes
what is an obesogenic environment?
Environments that promote obesity (sedentary)
what is Jordans principle
promoting equity of services to support a Childs wellbeing (speech therapy, educational support, medical equipment, etc)
what is Joyces principle
aim is to guarantee to all indigenous people the right to equitable access without any discrimination
