Child Development

Perceptual Constancy - Correct Answerperceiving a constant shape and size Object Segregation - Correct Answerthe perception of the boundaries between objects Optical Expansion - Correct Answerin which the visual image of an object increases in size as the object comes toward us, occluding more and more of the background Binocular Disparity - Correct Answerthe retinal image of an object at any instant is never quite the same in both eyes. Consequently, the eyes never send quite the same ...

CWhat about separation anxiety? what is normal/not normal? - Correct AnswerIt is normal for a child to throw tantrums, cry and become clingy in early elementary school years. However, if the child continues their anxiety for months instead of days, they may have Separation Anxiety Disorder. CWhat is stranger anxiety? - Correct AnswerFor an infant, stranger anxiety is when the infant is finally able to distinguish the difference between the primary caregiver and a stranger. For a Toddler it ...

deferred imitation - Correct Answerthe repetition of other people's behavior a substantial time after it originally occurred symbolic representation - Correct Answerthe use of one object to stand for another egocentrism - Correct Answerthe tendency to perceive the world solely from one's own point of view

Nature vs Nurture - Correct Answer-nature: traits/abilities/capacities inherited from parents. Predetermined unfolding of genetic info -nurture: environmental influences that shape behavior -traits and behavior are determined by BOTH Psychodynamic Perspective (Freud & Erikson) - Correct Answerbehavior is motivated by inner forces, memories, and conflicts of which a person has little awareness or control Psychoanalytic - Correct Answer-freud -id (survival), ego (rational), superego (mora...

Erickson's psychosocial developmental stages present a psychological crisis in each developmental period. Between 18 months and 3 years which of the following describes the psychological crisis during this period? - Correct AnswerAutonomy vs Shame and Doubt The conscience is the internal standards of behavior, which usually control one's conduct and produce emotional comfort when violated. - Correct AnswerFalse

trust in infancy sets the stage for a lifelong expectation that the world will be a good and pleasant place to live Autonomy vs. shame/doubt (will power) :this trust shows infants that their behavior is their own and they develop a sense of independence or autonomy; if infants are restrained/punished too harshly they are likely to develop a sense of shame/doubt Initiative vs. guilt (purpose) 3-6 years :children assume responsibility (take initiative) over purposeful behavior but way feel gui...

What is home child care? - Correct AnswerChild care provided in the child's own home. (primarily by a grandmother or other family member) What is family child care? - Correct AnswerChild care provided in someone else's home (relative or a stranger) What are child care centers? - Correct AnswerAn organized child care facility supervised by licensed professionals. What are the outcomes associated with the authoritative parenting style? - Correct AnswerChildren appear more self reliant, ...

Chemical burns - Correct AnswerA chemical burn occurs when your skin or eyes come into contact with an irritant, such as an acid or a base. Bases are described as alkaline. Chemical burns are also known as caustic burns. Types of Maltreatment - Correct AnswerSexual abuse, physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect What are classrooms for young children designed for? - Correct AnswerTo meet their special needs

Pediatrician - Correct AnswerIs a doctor specializing in the care and development of children Basic care for infants are - Correct AnswerBathing and Diapers Bathing - Correct AnswerUse sponge bath before the naval heals. Do tub baths in just a few inches of water. Diapers - Correct Answer(Cloth or disposable) Newborns need about 10 changes daily. Diapers should be changed promptly and the diaper area thoroughly cleansed. Physical Milestone 6 months - Correct AnswerRoll over Ph...

Childhood in medieval times - Corect Answer-childhood has its own distinction -laws were made and enforced to protect children childhood in the reformation - Corect Answer-children born evil and stubborn; need to be civilized -childrearing viewed as most important obligation Locke's philosophy - Corect Answer-child are born with blank slate -development is *continuous* -nurture is important -plasticity is high