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Human Development

• The core of a child's social development is the formation of attachment with primary caregivers, which lays the foundation for future social interactions and relationships.

Differentiation

• Differentiation in human development refers to the process of becoming more complex and specialized, where a single cell or structure develops into multiple cells or structures with unique functions.
• An example of differentiation is the development of different senses (e.g., sight, sound, touch) from a single layer of cells in the embryo.

Domains of Human Development

• The four domains of human development are:
  • Physical Development (growth, motor skills, and physical changes)
  • Cognitive Development (thought processes, problem-solving, and language)
  • Social-Emotional Development (emotional regulation, social interactions, and relationships)
  • Language Development (communication, reading, and writing)

Integration vs. Differentiation

• Integration is the process of combining separate elements to form a unified whole, whereas differentiation is the process of breaking down a whole into separate, specialized elements.
• These two processes are complementary and occur simultaneously throughout human development.

Genetically Wired Reflexes

• Genetically wired reflexes in newborns serve as automatic responses to stimuli, helping the baby to adapt to the environment and survive in the early stages of life.
• These reflexes are essential for the baby's growth and development, and they lay the foundation for future voluntary behaviors.