Caring for the Developing Child

A set of flashcards based on key concepts from the lecture on caring for the developing child.

Nature vs. Nurture

Nature refers to traits inherent in the infant at birth, while nurture involves the influence of external events such as parenting and culture.

Cephalocaudal development

The growth pattern that proceeds from head to toe, meaning development occurs from the top down.

Proximodistal development

The growth pattern that develops from the center of the body outwards, from near to far.

Sigmund Freud's Psychosexual Stages

Five stages of development: Oral (birth-1 year), Anal (1-3 years), Phallic (3-6 years), Latency (6-11 years), Genital (adolescence).

Trust vs. Mistrust

Erik Erikson's first stage of psychosocial development where infants learn to trust caregivers for their needs.

Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Erik Erikson's second stage of psychosocial development where toddlers learn to exercise independence.

Sensorimotor stage

Piaget's first stage of cognitive development from birth to age 2, characterized by motor activity without the use of symbols.

Social Learning Theory

Bandura's theory that emphasizes learning through observation, imitation, and modeling.

Kohlberg's Stages of Moral Development

Three levels of moral development: Preconventional, Conventional, and Postconventional.

Moro reflex

A newborn reflex where infants respond to a sudden stimulus with a startle response.

Anticipatory guidance

Advice provided to parents about what to expect developmentally and how to promote health in their children.