School-Age Children Developmental Milestones

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What is one of the high points for most parents raising school-age children?

Cheering them on at toddler events

Watching them try new activities (correct)

Supervising them constantly

Teaching them self-discipline

What do well-equipped parents become for their school-age children?

Excellent coaches (correct)

Constant supervisors

Strict disciplinarians

Over-protective guardians

What does not come easily for many school-age children?

Following strict schedules

Participating in athletic events

Achieving academic excellence

Making good choices and exercising self-discipline (correct)

What must parents impart to their school-age children?

A moral code Signup and view all the answers

What do parents need to provide to their kids in addition to praise and encouragement?

Allow them to experience natural consequences for their behavior Signup and view all the answers

What do school-age children gradually become ready for?

More independence Signup and view all the answers

What is the main thrust in health care of children according to the text?

Prevention of illness and maintenance of health Signup and view all the answers

What is the objective in the care of children?

Family centered care Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as the most important contributing factor influencing the care of children?

Chronological and developmental ages Signup and view all the answers

What is a natural medium of expression, communication, and growth in children?

Play Signup and view all the answers

What does recent brain research indicate about a child’s development according to the text?

Birth to age three are the most important years in a child’s development Signup and view all the answers

How do children learn new things?

By exploring and discovering Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended as an activity for children's daily activities according to the text?

Reading, learning numbers, art activities, rhyming, and problem solving Signup and view all the answers

What should parents consider during their child’s early years?

Being warm, loving, and responsive Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concept underlying Erikson's Psychosocial Development?

Epigenetic principle and sequential stages Signup and view all the answers

Which theory focuses on successive shifts in the investment of sexual energy to areas of the body associated with eroticism?

Freud’s Psychosexual theory Signup and view all the answers

What does Freud's theory primarily focus on?

Libido theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental concept behind Piaget’s Cognitive theory?

Information processing theory Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following theories is based on the concept of epigenesist borrowed from embryology?

Erikson’s Psychosocial theory Signup and view all the answers

Which theory emphasizes that development occurs in sequential, clearly defined stages?

Erikson’s Psychosocial theory Signup and view all the answers

During the oral stage of psychosexual development, a child's major site of tension and gratification is the:

Mouth, lips, and tongue Signup and view all the answers

In Erik Erikson's psychosocial development, the task during the anal stage is to acknowledge the child's beginning independence and awareness of what they can do and what equipment they have, leading to a sense of self-control and will power. This is known as:

Autonomy vs. shame & doubt Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of interest in the toddler stage of psychosexual development?

Anus and surrounding area Signup and view all the answers

During the pre-school age in the Oedipal/Phallic stage, what is the focus of interest, stimulation, and excitement?

Genitals Signup and view all the answers

In the school age during the latency stage, what is the period characterized by?

Relatively low sexual activity Signup and view all the answers

During adolescence, what increases as part of the genital stage?

Sexual activity Signup and view all the answers

Identity vs. role confusion is a task associated with:

Adolescence Signup and view all the answers

In Erikson's psychosocial development, during the infancy stage, what is the task of the child and environment?

To create a “trusting” as well as “trustworthy” relationship. Signup and view all the answers

What does Freud suggest is obtained by a child during the oral stage?

Satisfaction by taking everything in. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Parenting School-Age Children

One of the high points for most parents raising school-age children is watching them gain independence and self-confidence.
Well-equipped parents become role models, guides, and mentors for their school-age children.
Many school-age children struggle with self-regulation and emotional control.

Importance of Parenting

Parents must impart values, morals, and life skills to their school-age children.
Parents need to provide structure, limits, and consequences in addition to praise and encouragement.

Child Development

School-age children gradually become ready for more independence and responsibility.
The main thrust in healthcare of children is to promote healthy development and prevent disease.
The objective in the care of children is to provide a supportive environment that fosters growth and development.
The most important contributing factor influencing the care of children is the family.

Communication and Growth

Play is a natural medium of expression, communication, and growth in children.
Recent brain research indicates that a child's brain development is shaped by experiences and interactions.

Learning and Development

Children learn new things through active participation and hands-on experiences.
Outdoor play is recommended as a daily activity for children.
Parents should consider providing opportunities for socialization and exploration during their child's early years.

Theories of Development

The main concept underlying Erikson's Psychosocial Development is the formation of identity and self-awareness.
Freud's theory primarily focuses on the role of unconscious desires and childhood experiences in shaping behavior.
Piaget's Cognitive theory emphasizes the role of active learning and schema development.
Epigenesis is a concept borrowed from embryology that emphasizes the sequential and organized development of living organisms.
Erikson's Psychosocial Development is based on the concept of epigenesis.
The theory that emphasizes development occurs in sequential, clearly defined stages is Erikson's Psychosocial Development.

Psychosexual Development

During the oral stage, a child's major site of tension and gratification is the mouth.
In Erikson's psychosocial development, the task during the anal stage is to acknowledge the child's beginning independence and awareness of their body and abilities.
The main source of interest in the toddler stage of psychosexual development is bowel control and toilet training.
During the pre-school age in the Oedipal/Phallic stage, the focus of interest, stimulation, and excitement is the genitals.
In the school age during the latency stage, the period is characterized by a focus on learning and skills development.
During adolescence, the genital stage is characterized by an increase in sexual feelings and exploration.
Identity vs. role confusion is a task associated with adolescence in Erikson's psychosocial development.
In Erikson's psychosocial development, during the infancy stage, the task of the child and environment is to establish trust.
Freud suggests that during the oral stage, a child obtains pleasure and satisfaction through sucking and eating.

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Learn about the enjoyable experience of raising school-age children, watching them try new activities, cheering them on at athletic events, and applauding their accomplishments. Discover how to be well-equipped parents and excellent coaches for your child, celebrating and building on their strengths.