Friendship Dynamics in Childhood

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Which characteristic is NOT associated with popular children?

  • They frequently ignore peer suggestions. (correct)
  • They listen attentively and maintain open communication.
  • They are happy and control their negative emotions.
  • They often show enthusiasm and concern for others.

Neglected children are frequently disliked by their peers.

False (B)

What type of peer status is characterized by being frequently nominated as best friend but also disliked?

Controversial

Children often prefer ______ peer groups during late childhood.

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Match the following peer statuses with their definitions:

<p>Popular = Frequently nominated as best friend and rarely disliked by peers Average = Receive an average number of positive and negative nominations Neglected = Rarely nominated as best friend but not disliked Rejected = Infrequently nominated as best friend and disliked Controversial = Frequently nominated as best friend but also disliked</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Peer Relationships

Interactions with peers are important for children's emotional well-being and security.

Peer Groups

Groups of children who interact frequently.

Popular Children

Children frequently chosen as best friends and rarely disliked.

Average Children

Children who receive an average number of positive and negative nominations.

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Neglected Children

Children rarely chosen as best friends but not disliked.

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Rejected Children

Children rarely chosen as best friends and disliked by peers.

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Controversial Children

Children frequently chosen as best friends but also disliked by peers.

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Popular Child Characteristics (1)

Popular children offer reinforcement to others.

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Popular Child Characteristics (2)

Popular children act naturally and genuinely.

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Popular Child Characteristics (3)

Popular children listen attentively.

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Popular Child Characteristics (4)

Popular children are generally happy and manage negative emotions.

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Popular Child Characteristics (5)

Popular children show enthusiasm and concern for others.

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Study Notes

Building Friendships

  • Children spend more time interacting with peers in late childhood.
  • Good peer relationships are crucial for children's emotional development and sense of belonging.
  • Peer size increases, and adult supervision decreases.
  • Children often prefer same-sex peer groups at this age.

Peer Status Types

  • Popular: Frequently nominated as best friend; rarely disliked.
  • Average: Receive an average number of positive and negative nominations.
  • Neglected: Seldom nominated as best friend but not disliked.
  • Rejected: Infrequently nominated as best friend; also disliked.
  • Controversial: Frequently nominated as best friend but also disliked
  • Give out reinforcement.
  • Act naturally.
  • Listen carefully and promote open communication.
  • Happy and manage negative emotions.
  • Show enthusiasm and concern for others.

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