Social and Emotional Development in Middle Childhood

Flashcards covering key concepts from the lecture on social and emotional development in middle childhood.

Erikson’s crisis: Industry vs. Inferiority

A developmental conflict during middle childhood where children evaluate their abilities in the context of industry (competence) versus feelings of inferiority.

Self-Esteem

One’s evaluation of one’s own worth, which can vary culturally and is influenced by factors like social comparison and parental characteristics.

Social Comparison

The process of defining oneself in relation to peers, which becomes more pronounced during middle childhood.

Possible Selves

Concepts of what one might become in the future, which young adolescents explore through social relationships.

Dominance Hierarchies

Social structures that emerge within peer groups based on power dynamics, often involving fighting and bullying.

Peer Relationships

Social interactions among peers which involve norms, shared values, competition, and cooperation.

Moral Development

The shift from external to internal moral values, allowing children to develop their own sense of right and wrong.

Bullying

Instrumental aggression used to control others, often peaking during transitions between school levels.

Co-regulation

A process during middle childhood where parents and children share control and responsibilities in their interactions.

Parental Ethnotheories

Cultural beliefs about parenting styles and child-rearing practices that influence parent-child interactions.