Emotional Development from 1-3

Emotional Development from 1-3

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signs of a healthy emotional relationship between parent and child

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signs of a healthy emotional relationship between parent and child

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the child will: -seek approval and praise -turn to parents and caregivers for comfort and help -tells caregivers about significant events...share joy or sorrow -accepts limits and discipline without much resistance

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self concept

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how a child sees themselves......can be positive or negative

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sleep deprived

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lack of appropriate sleep that can affect a child's temperament and ability to do simple tasks during the day

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three year olds

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-generally happier than two year olds -more cooperative -considerate -more physically capable....less frustrated -more willing to take direction from others -modify behavior for praise and affection -fewer temper tantrums -like to talk...imaginary friends -respond when talked to -can be reasoned with and controlled by words

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individual differences

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-each child is unique and will develop in a special way -strong individual differences between ages 1-4 -experiences shape individual differences -individual differences result from the child's temperament...the way the child naturally responds to other people and events -an intense child will become more frustrated than an adaptable child -perceptive child...shows more empathy -understanding temperament helps when teaching a child how to control their emotions, dealing with negativism, tantrums, sibling rivalry and guiding a child to desirable behavior

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how to manage misbehavior

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-parents worry misbehavior will damage the child's self-concept -positive self-concept is based on achievements -praising children for doing something good helps self-esteem -ways to discourage negative behavior: -explore feelings *talk about characters in books and movies...ways to handle the problems they came across -acknowledge feelings *explain why bad behaviors...hitting, kicking, screaming...are not acceptable and give alternative ways to behave -give choices *offer choices that empower children...pick out clothes or shoes, what book they want to read

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how self-concept is formed

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-through their response to the actions, attitudes, and comments of others -parents have a strong influence on a child's self-concept -young children believe that what others say about them and the opinions of others influence how they behave -use the positives...if a child always hears the negatives they will begin to believe it...tone of voice and body language count -words and actions have a strong influence on children until they are old enough to judge for themselves...self-concept may have already been established :( -mastery of skills helps form self-concept -exploration is important

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anger

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child's way of reacting to frustration -by age three they are less violent and explosive -less likely to hit or kick -physical attacks give way to name calling, pouting, or scolding

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specific emotions

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-how children express emotions change as they grow -express openly until age of two or three -after three they learn socially acceptable ways to express emotions -emotions are: anger, fear, jealousy, love, affection, and empathy

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REM sleep

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a cycle of sleep, known as rapid eye movement, or light sleep....dreams occur during this cycle

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temper tantrums

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children release anger or frustration by screaming, crying, kicking, pounding, and sometimes holding their breath....starts around 18 months, can last until age 3 or 4

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two year olds

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-improved speech and motor skills....relieves frustration -they understand more -they can wait longer for needs to be met -express love and affection freely -seeks approval and praise -some emotional outbursts -easier to reason with -friendlier and less self centered

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two or three year old and anger

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-tantrum is directed at the object or person they are mad at -some toddlers become aggressive and hit....they have not learned how to control their feelings -a child can rest and the anger can be discussed after they are calm

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signs of a healthy emotional relationship between siblings

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-some fighting will occur...that's normal -mostly loving and caring toward one another -helpful toward siblings -if a child is constantly bitter toward a sibling, despite parents efforts to make it better, the child may need counseling -if dealt with early...can make a huge difference throughout life

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negativism and the desire for independence

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"no" is a way of the child deciding for themselves

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negativism and frustration

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toddlers want to do more than their bodies are able to accomplish...this results in a frustrated "no"

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sleep, emotions, and behavior

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-most sleep problems in children are normal -most kids experience them -parents should try to understand what causes them -fears can cause sleep problems -use a bedtime routine to help eliminate fears -separation anxiety can cause nightmares also -ask to talk about the nightmare to help overcome the fear -it may be tough for a child to fall back asleep after a nightmare -rocking or a lullaby may help...other routine thing -sleep problems may be caused by anything...tight pjs, ear infection, sickness -call doctor if necessary

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general emotional patterns

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children ages 1-3 go through negative and positive emotions...they have a tendency to alternate with one another

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fear

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-different fears at different ages -some fears are useful...help keep the child out of dangerous situations -parents sometimes communicate their fears to children...dogs

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cut down on sibling rivalry

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-love and appreciate each child for who they are -have one-on-one time with each child -don't compare the children -be sure children can take turns choosing family activities -no tattling to get the other in trouble -talk about jealousy and why not to be jealous

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two and one-half year olds

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-enters another difficult stage -learning new things....frustration -desires and abilities to comprehend tasks exceed their physical ability to preform....frustration -can't always be understood...frustration -immaturity and a need for independence clash -don't want to conform, they want to be independent -sensitive about being bossed, shown, helped, or directed -they are stubborn, demanding, and domineering -moods change rapidly -need consistency....routines -feeling of independence and dependency -require love and patience -need flexible limits rather than hard and fast rules

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ways to ensure a child gets adequate sleep

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-determine a child's best bedtime *if staying up beyond normal bedtime, they will get a "second wind" and have a hard time falling asleep -limit toys in the bed *it's bedtime, not playtime -establish a bedtime routine *pattern, pattern, pattern! -keep bedtime pleasant *talk, cuddle, read stories

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phobias

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-abnormal fears...more likely to develop in children who are shy or withdrawn -talk to a pediatrician

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jealousy

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-usually happens at 18 months to age 2 -reaches its peak at age 3 -becomes less intense as a child makes new friends and loosens their ties to home and parents -new babies in the family can cause an older sibling to become jealous...the attention is now on the baby -some toddlers react to a new baby by doing inappropriate things to get attention -fear of losing their parents love is what caused this behavior

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18 month old and anger

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their tantrum is not directed at anyone or anything, it just happens

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sibling rivalry

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competition between brother or sisters for parents' affection and attention

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NREM sleep

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a cycle of sleep, known as non-rapid eye movement, or deep sleep

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ways to help with separation anxiety

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-offer support and understanding -encourage child to talk about their fears and listen to them -can try to accept the fear and avoid confrontation with it -read books together...experience of fear -make unfamiliar situations more secure -teach how to control a frightening situation

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negativism

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doing the opposite of what others want

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needs vs. wants

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when an infant, needs and desires are met on demand....around age 18 months, caregivers teach the child that some desires will not be met immediately

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signs of sleep deprivation

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-if a child doesn't get enough sleep and has to be woke up in the morning, they have a tendency to be tired all day...trouble thinking, risk of hurting themselves while playing, cranky and hard to handle -sleep deprivation is more apparent when a child starts school...getting up on a regular schedule can be hard if they don't go to bed on time

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common causes of anger

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sick, tired, uncomfortable, hungry, frustrated, didn't get their way, anxious, insecure, overly critical parent, inconsistent parent, hasn't learned self-control yet

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negativism and the child's realization of being a separate person

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child welcomes power and independence, but still wants to be close to their caregiver

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three and one-half year olds

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-suddenly becomes very insecure -parents may feel the child is going backwards in emotional development -fears are common -emotional tension and insecurities show up in physical ways too....thumb sucking, nail biting, stumbling or stuttering -try to control their environment....issue demands

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empathy

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-the ability to understand how another person feels...happens between 12 and 18 months old -they begin to understand that their actions can hurt others...this is when empathy begins to develop -if a child sees another child upset, they will try to comfort them...empathy -caregivers help teach empathy...child apologizes...child takes a step to correct what they did wrong

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separation anxiety

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-fear of being away from parents, familiar caregivers, or their normal environment...can upset parents or caregivers -don't want the child to cry when they leave...parents feel guilty -children will grow out of this -being specific with the child on when the parent will return will help ease them -can give the child something that reminds them of the parent

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self-concept vs. self-esteem

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-self-concept...what you think you are like as a person -self-esteem...how highly you value yourself

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evaluating emotional adjustment

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-most important clue to if a child's emotional development is on the right track is the relationship they have with their parent or caregiver between ages 1-4

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positive guidance and encouraging talking

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help a child learn to use words to communicate how they feel....this helps you and the child understand what is wrong

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acceptable ways to handle anger

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-use words...express feelings with words -speak calmly...even if angry, speak calmly, don't scream -take deep breaths...Chloe! :)

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self-centered

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a child thinks about their own needs and wants

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love and affection

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-children learn to love between the ages of 1-3 -babies "love" those who satisfy their physical needs -older children expand affection to include siblings, pets, and people outside of their home -don't smother the child, love them strongly -let the child be independent, but make sure they know you are still there

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positive self concept

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-if a child sees themselves as good and capable they will have a positive self-concept if they see themselves as bad or incapable they will have a negative self-concept

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positive guidance and chioces

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having choices allows the child to control the situation....limit to two to three alternatives

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positive guidance and redirecting the child

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distract the child from the issue....wait until they are calm and try again

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importance of adequate sleep

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-essential for good physical and emotional health -if a child becomes sleep deprived they can be less alert, inattentive, or even hyperactive during the day -children need adequate sleep in order to develop and function properly -1-3 year olds need lots of sleep...12-14 hours -REM sleep and NREM sleep cycles each night -newborns have short sleep cycles and can go through an entire REM-NREM cycle in about an hour -4 month old babies sleep 6-8 hours at a time -6 months old...10-12 hours at a time

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the word "No"

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this negative word allows the child to feel some control

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young toddlers (18 months)

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often do the opposite of what is requested

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negativism and the child

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a battle between the parent and child....eliminate as many restrictions as possible

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