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Social and Emotional Development

Social and Emotional Development. Deborah M. Neill. Terms and Definitions. Social Development: Change in the ability to get along with people.

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Social and Emotional Development

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  1. Social and Emotional Development Deborah M. Neill

  2. Terms and Definitions Social Development: Change in the ability to get along with people. Emotional Development: A mental state that causes an individual to act in certain ways. Affection is the emotional response which brings feelings which express concern, caring, sympathy and helpfulness. Love is an emotion or feeling of deep personal attachment and commitment.

  3. Types of Emotions • Pleasant • Love • Affection • Happiness • Joy • Unpleasant • Anger • Fear • Hatred

  4. Infancy Delight-Patting, caressing, cuddling Distress-Hunger, pain, failure, loneliness a. Illustrated by crying, kicking, thrusting arms. b. Disappears when picked up or soothed. Fear-Develops after six months a. Illustrated by reactions to loud noises, sudden movements, falling, pain, or strange people. b. Disappears when given assurance. Anger-Identifiable at six months a. Caused by being held motionless or restricted. b. Illustrated by striking, slapping, biting, kicking. c. Develops tolerance and accepts limits. 5. Affection-Not capable until about one year old.

  5. Eighteen Months Emotionally unpredictable Self-centered Verbal demands Not able to communicate Wide range of negative emotions Adults should a. Keep things out of reach b. Provide distraction c. Give firm and consistent guidance d. Give good-humored help

  6. Two years More sure of self Gives fewer demands Communication has improved Expresses love and affection More outgoing and friendly

  7. Two and one-half years Loves to say “NO”! Overwhelmed by learning Desire exceeds actual writing ability. Cannot always make self understood. Wants independence Is stubborn, demanding and domineering yet lovable. Adults should a) Give love b) Provide patience c) Not expect too much too soon d) Give affection and understanding e) Handle with humor and tolerance Tensions during this stage may cause a) Thumb-sucking b) Head-banging c) Crib-rocking d) Hair-twisting

  8. Three Years Is congenial, cooperative, and has a sunny disposition. Does things for which he couldn’t do when he was two. Can share and wait for a turn. Takes directions well. Is proud of what they do. Enjoys praise and affection. Has fewer temper outbursts. Anger lessens but the time of outbursts increases. Wants to be recognized by peers. Has sympathy for others, attempts to comfort them when they are in distress.

  9. Four Years Usually not pleasant to live with May be more selfish, impatient, boastful Fights , argues, bosses more than in the past Is loving and affectionate, needs and seeks approval Has trouble separating fact from fantasy Loves to tell tales Knows if people laugh at mistakes Adults should a) Respect need to explore b) Not treat child as a baby c) Avoid too many hard and fast rules

  10. Common problems of children who do not have appropriate emotional development • Speech problems • Day dreaming • Extreme dependence on others • Temper tantrums • Overaggressive actions • Dishonesty • Crying • Nervous habits • Withdrawal

  11. Common ways for children to release emotional energy Emotional explosions Moodiness Regression

  12. Aids to the acceptable outlet of emotions “Take care of yourself emotionally” • Strenuous physical exercise daily • A good sense of humor • Understanding that it can be good for a child to cry if he knows when and where to use it. • Close, affectionate relationship with at least one family member • Understand that when a child is afraid, there is a reason for it. Be willing to discuss that fear.

  13. Steps that lead to group interaction Solitary Play Parallel Play

  14. Steps that lead to group interaction Cooperative play Small group activity

  15. Large group activity

  16. Examples of mature social behavior • Unselfishness • Ability to tell the difference between day dreams and reality. • Ability to accept criticism constructively • Ability to concentrate • Not overly competitive • Positive approach • Dependability • Sense of humor • Independence

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