Child Development: A Cultural Approach - Infancy

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts related to infant development as discussed in the lecture notes.

Synaptic exuberance

Rapid increase in the number of connections between neurons during early brain development.

Myelination

Process of forming a myelin sheath around the axons of neurons to increase transmission speed of nerve impulses.

Synaptic pruning

Process through which unnecessary neuronal connections are eliminated to improve the efficiency of neural transmissions.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)

Sudden and unexplained death of an infant, often during sleep, typically occurring between 1 to 4 months of age.

Malnutrition

Condition resulting from insufficient or unbalanced nutrition, affecting physical and cognitive development.

Depth perception

The ability to perceive the distance and three-dimensionality of objects, developing notably in infants around 2 to 3 months.

Infant-Directed Speech (IDS)

Speech characterized by a higher pitch and exaggerated intonation, used by caregivers to engage infants in language.

Trust versus Mistrust

Erikson's first stage of psychosocial development, emphasizing the importance of a secure emotional bond for future social trust.