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Infancy Theorists
In infancy, there are a host of misunderstandings about what factors are influencing development. To fully comprehend those areas that are most relevant, there will be a study of the process and which theories apply. After carefully examining each one, Maslow's ideas help to explain the way that this occurs and its long-term impact on psychological development.
Over the years, there have been a number of different theories introduced which are: designed to explain infancy and the way a child develops psychologically. To fully understand what is happening requires studying the different theories of Erik Erikson, Jean Piaget and Abraham Maslow. Then, focusing on the ideas of Maslow and how they are influencing the way a child sees the world around them. This is the point that we can use these views to understand human psychological development.
From the time that an infant is born they can differentiate between various tastes to include: salty, bitter, sweet and sour. As the individual grows they begin to learn about the world around them by imitating what they see and hear. At an early age, this means that the child is influenced based upon the bond that they have with their mother and father....
These views will influence the kind of personality the child will have from the physical changes they are going through. To include: the ability to eat three meals a day, they can throw / hold items, pull themselves up and walk with some assistance. The motor changes during this time include: the child can follow simple directions, wave hi / good bye, they can imitate the action of others and they are able to speak select words. ("Ages and Stages," 2012) The nutritional guidelines are based upon: ensuring that the child has enough milk and is gradually introduced to solid foods (when the baby becomes older). The safety guidelines that must be taken into consideration include: the position of the child's neck, the way they are resting and the ensuring that they receive the required amounts of sleep. The combination of these factors is showing how during infant development the child will foster a special connection with their parent or caregiver. This is because these individuals are teaching them about the world around them and offer continuing support / love. ("Meal Time Memo for Child Care," 2012) ("Ages and Stages," 2012)
As a result, different theorists have introduced their own ideas as to how this relationship can…
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Meal Time Memo for Child Care. (2012). University of Mississippi. Retrieved from: http://www.nfsmi.org/documentlibraryfiles/PDF/20080612090349.pdf
Principles of Learning and Teaching. (2010). Arizona State. Retrieved from: http://www2.astate.edu/dotAsset/192246.pdf
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