Module 3 reflection. Week 9, 10. 11. Lesley H. 1) Explain the interconnectiveness of cognitive, physical and social/emotional development. From the foundations of a healthy emotional attachment with a parent, an infant (then toddler and later preschooler) is able to develop socially, physically, cognitively and emotionally. Motor development contributes to the social, behavioural, cognitive and emotional development and wellbeing of the young child. The relationship of brain development and its subsequent impact on the overall development of the child is of great significance in the early years. Physical play stimulates the growth of brain pathways, which in turn contributes to cognitive stimulation and development. This also is a critical stage in language development which is enhanced within the context of a warm responsive social context. During the first year of life these brain pathways are set for life and if not engaged at this critical stage may be lost forever, the right experience and stimulation at the right time is relevant for the overall development for the infant/child. Piaget explains that there are 6 stages of sensorimotor cognitive development, which are enhanced by a rich and stimulating environment that promotes the child’s overall development. For the toddler rapid development of their physical and language skills is reflected in greater mobility and an increase in their vocabulary and ability to communicate this in turn contributes to the maturing of the toddler’s autonomy. 2) Discuss the importance of emotional interactions with caregivers in the development of children in the 1st. year of life. The most important achievement in infancy is the forming of attachment. The leading force in this is the adult, who leads the development of attachment and creates a secure base for the child. The social nature of this is significant where emotional interactions with the parent /caregiver are the leading activity of the infant during the 1st. year. As a result of these interactions all aspects of the infant’s psychological development are achieved. The type of emotional interactions by the parent needs to be sensitive in the responsiveness to the child’s cues. There needs to be physical contact, verbal communication, eye contact, affectionate handling and child directed speech (CDS). These appropriate emotional interactions are important for healthy development in behaviour in later childhood and in relationships in adulthood. Secure attachment development is indicated when the infant, *reacts positively to a stranger when parent is present *cries when parent is absent and can’t be calmed by stranger (separation anxiety is a healthy response) *calms down when parent returns *develops trust Healthy attachment is when these indicators are seen in the child’s behaviour and when subsequently all their physical, psychological, social and emotional needs are met by the parent(s).
Explain the interconnectedness of cognitive, physical and socio-emotional development and discuss the importance of emotional interactions with caregivers in the development of children in the 1st year of life.
One of the major psychological accomplishments during an infant’s first year of life is secure attachment through emotional interactions with the caregiver. When a baby has developed a secure attachment, it develops trust in others and in it self and feels safe and secure which is needed to explore the world around them. The infant develops trust when it receives predictable and loving care, receives adequate response when in distress and receives encouragement of attachment when in long day childcare. Then an infant is able to learn about things around him through sensori-motor exploration of objects. They learn how objects around them feel, taste, look and if they move or make a sound which will support their cognitive development. Trust is also important for the infant’s physical development. When they feel safe and secure they dare to feel encouraged to take for example their first step or say their first word.
Module 3 reflection. Week 9, 10. 11. Lesley H.
ReplyDelete1) Explain the interconnectiveness of cognitive, physical and social/emotional development.
From the foundations of a healthy emotional attachment with a parent, an infant (then toddler and later preschooler) is able to develop socially, physically, cognitively and emotionally. Motor development contributes to the social, behavioural, cognitive and emotional development and wellbeing of the young child.
The relationship of brain development and its subsequent impact on the overall development of the child is of great significance in the early years. Physical play stimulates the growth of brain pathways, which in turn contributes to cognitive stimulation and development. This also is a critical stage in language development which is enhanced within the context of a warm responsive social context. During the first year of life these brain pathways are set for life and if not engaged at this critical stage may be lost forever, the right experience and stimulation at the right time is relevant for the overall development for the infant/child.
Piaget explains that there are 6 stages of sensorimotor cognitive development, which are enhanced by a rich and stimulating environment that promotes the child’s overall development.
For the toddler rapid development of their physical and language skills is reflected in greater mobility and an increase in their vocabulary and ability to communicate this in turn contributes to the maturing of the toddler’s autonomy.
2) Discuss the importance of emotional interactions with caregivers in the development of children in the 1st. year of life.
The most important achievement in infancy is the forming of attachment. The leading force in this is the adult, who leads the development of attachment and creates a secure base for the child. The social nature of this is significant where emotional interactions with the parent /caregiver are the leading activity of the infant during the 1st. year. As a result of these interactions all aspects of the infant’s psychological development are achieved.
The type of emotional interactions by the parent needs to be sensitive in the responsiveness to the child’s cues. There needs to be physical contact, verbal communication, eye contact, affectionate handling and child directed speech (CDS).
These appropriate emotional interactions are important for healthy development in behaviour in later childhood and in relationships in adulthood. Secure attachment development is indicated when the infant,
*reacts positively to a stranger when parent is present
*cries when parent is absent and can’t be calmed by stranger (separation anxiety is a healthy response)
*calms down when parent returns
*develops trust
Healthy attachment is when these indicators are seen in the child’s behaviour and when subsequently all their physical, psychological, social and emotional needs are met by the parent(s).
Explain the interconnectedness of cognitive, physical and socio-emotional development and discuss the importance of emotional interactions with caregivers in the development of children in the 1st year of life.
ReplyDelete One of the major psychological accomplishments during an infant’s first year of life is secure attachment through emotional interactions with the caregiver. When a baby has developed a secure attachment, it develops trust in others and in it self and feels safe and secure which is needed to explore the world around them. The infant develops trust when it receives predictable and loving care, receives adequate response when in distress and receives encouragement of attachment when in long day childcare. Then an infant is able to learn about things around him through sensori-motor exploration of objects. They learn how objects around them feel, taste, look and if they move or make a sound which will support their cognitive development. Trust is also important for the infant’s physical development. When they feel safe and secure they dare to feel encouraged to take for example their first step or say their first word.