Infant and Toddler development

Holophrase

a single word and gesture combined to express a complete thought

Object Permanence

the understanding that objects continue to exist even if the infant can’t see them. This skill typically emerges between 8 and 12 months of age.

Attachment

the strong emotional connection that develops between people

Deferred Imitation

watching a persons behavior and then acting out that behavior later

Prosocial behaviors

acts of kindness that benefit others; behaviors that demonstrate cooperation and helpfulness

Seperation anxiety

a child’s difficulty in separating from parents, often occurring between 6 and 15 months of age

Telegraphic speech

two word phrases toddlers begin to form when they first learn to combine words

Temperament

quality and intensity of children’s emotional reaction to their environment such as passivity, irritability, and activity patterns