Child Development Study Notes

Study Notes

Child Development Study Notes

Intellectual Development: Speaking, writing, and sorting are examples of intellectual development.
Jean Piaget: Researcher who proposed children develop in four stages of thought.
Robert Coles: Emphasizes the importance of modeling behaviors for children.
Nuclear Family: A family consisting of a mother, father, and their children.
Blended Family: A family formed when a parent marries someone with children from a previous relationship.
Extended Family: A family that includes relatives beyond parents and children (aunts, uncles, etc).
Foster Children: Children who are temporarily living with a family who is not their biological family due to concerns surrounding the care of their biological parents.
Guardians: Grandparents, or other family members, caring for grandchildren because the parents have passed away.
Developing Phase: The family life cycle phase where parents are raising children.
Readiness for Parenthood: Awareness of health isn't necessarily a key aspect of readiness for parenthood.
Genes: Thousands of genes make up a chromosome.
Identical Twins: Develop from one fertilized egg that splits.
Fraternal Twins: Developed from separate eggs fertilized separately.
Dominant Gene: A gene determining whether a trait is expressed.
Infertility: Inability to produce children.
Personal Characteristics: Determined by genes.
XY Chromosomes: Indicate development of a male.
Stillbirth: The death of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Miscarriage: The death of a baby before 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Amniocentesis: A test of the fluid surrounding the fetus.
Sickle Cell Anemia: A birth defect more common in African Americans.
Chorionic Villus Sampling: A test of tissue from the membrane around the fetus.
Folic Acid: A supplement taken by pregnant women to prevent neural tube defects.
Rubella: A disease not harmful to the expectant mother but can harm the growing fetus.
Tobacco: Contains nicotine that can harm the fetus.
Alcohol: No safe amount of alcohol consumption during pregnancy for the fetus.
Smoking Effects: A pregnant woman's partner smoking can affect the developing fetus.
Over-the-Counter Medications: Pregnant women may not take all over-the-counter medications safely during pregnancy.
Uterus Contractions: During labor, the uterus contracts.
Cervix Dilation: During labor, the cervix opens.
Second Stage of Labor: The stage of labor where the baby is delivered.
Jaundice: Babies with jaundice may need to stay in the hospital longer.
Premature Baby: Born before 37 weeks development.
Rooting Reflex: A newborn reflex.
Cow's Milk: Doctors recommend avoiding cow's milk for babies during their first year.
Verbal Instruction Importance: Experiences are crucial for young children in their early development, more than verbal instruction.
Eighteen Months: Extreme self-centeredness and negativism.
Three and a Half Years: Insecurity, fear, and bossiness.
Two and a Half Years: Drive for independence and rapid mood changes.
Two Years: Improved skills, calmness, and free expression of affection.
Three Years: Talking to toys, playmates, and imaginary friends.

Description

Explore key concepts in child development, including intellectual growth, family dynamics, and influential researchers like Jean Piaget and Robert Coles. This quiz covers various family structures, such as nuclear, blended, and extended families, as well as the unique situations of foster children and guardianship. Test your knowledge on the developmental phases of child-rearing and associated theories.