Do children show evidence of innate cognitive abilities? Discuss with reference to any topic covered in the module. The nature-nurture debate is a consistently prominent area of interest in psychology and has in turn sparked a considerable number of studies investigating the extent to which our genes and the environment shape developmental processes. The psychological research supporting nativist theories will be compared with the contrasting empiricist views‚ which highlight environmental experiences
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Children: Children need to feel comfortable away from their parents / carers (children look to role models). If an adult is able to communicate in a way the child clearly understands‚ as well as able to listen to their responses‚ then the child will feel comfortable and therefore safe. The child will be more confident in participating in school settings when they are around people who make them feel that way. Young People: Young people are starting to better develop their communication skills but
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Walters 1 Kensi Walters Paulsen English 100 July 20‚ 2014 Cognitive Therapy Depression is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders in the United States. There are two types of depression‚ chemical and environmental. Chemical depression is when either the brain does not produce serotonin or the serotonin receptors in the brain do not work. A chemical imbalance can be fixed with the right medication and frequent visits with a psychiatrist. Environmental depression is very different
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There is a high rate of child poverty in the UK. According to Barnados‚ there are 3.9 million children currently affected by poverty. There are a number of issues affected by poverty that can impact the outcome of a child or young person’s life: Finances – with a low income due to a low paid job or being unemployed‚ a lot of opportunities can be limited for the child‚ for example after school clubs like swimming‚ music or sports cannot be attended. All of this can affect a child’s development.
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TDA 2.3: Communication and professional relationships with children‚ young people and adults KNOW HOW TO INTERACT WITH AND RESPOND TO CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE 1.1 Describe how to establish respectful‚ professional relationships with children and young people When establishing respectful‚ professional relationships with children and young people you will need to change your behaviour and communication appropriately. You will need to demonstrate adequate communication skills‚ be approachable
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Unit 16 Understanding Safeguarding of Children & young people LOG 3 1.1 Unit 16 & 2.2 & Unit 14 AC 2.3 I have written the policy and procedure for Safeguarding Adults and Children (see log 3a) which demonstrates my knowledge of procedures. In terms of the safeguarding policies procedures and practices for safe working with children and young people‚ this commences at the recruitment stage. We check out at interview if the applicant has any gaps in employment and if they have any convictions
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Effective communication is important in developing positive relationships with children‚ young people and adults as it forms a foundation on which any good relationship is established. When we talk to one another‚ we form an opinion of that person‚ judging their tone of voice‚ their body language and if the person is showing interest by maintaining eye contact. In becoming a Teaching Assistant especially‚ I want children of all ages‚ parents and staff to view me in a positive light‚ and as a role model
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Physical and Cognitive Development PSY/ 103 Introduction to Psychology This paper is will focus on the influences of physical and cognitive development in adolescence from 12 to 18 years of age. This part of the developmental stage has many factors that affect the physical development as well as the cognitive development in adolescence. In addition to influences of physical and cognitive development this paper will also focus on the hereditary and environmental influences that make
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CT231 Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people 1. Understand the main legislation‚ guidelines‚ policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people 1.1 Current legislation‚ guidelines‚ Policies and procedures UK Home Nation for safeguarding Children The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child 1989 • Children’s rights to protection from abuse • The right to express their views and be listened to • The right to care • Services
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Measure”. This is concerned with studying milestones or stages in a child’s development and show what most children can do at a particular age. In reality there is a wide range of normal development and this will be influenced by genetic‚ social‚ and cultural factors‚ so it is important to be aware that normative measures can only indicate general trends in children s development. Physical development By 6 months a child will: Turn their head toward sounds and movement Watch an adult’s
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