Introduction Although numerous methods are used nowadays to fight against the issues of discrimination, violence, and unequal rights, people cannot eliminate them completely. Many individuals continue to suffer merely because the color of their skin “is not right,” while the gender or other external characteristics of others make them “supreme.”...
Case Information The case study addresses Mike, a 14-year-old Asian American male, who was referred to counseling services due to his poor academic results in school. During the session, it was realized that Mike’s educational and personal issues are connected to social pressure from his father and classmates. In particular,...
Challenges Faced by Potential Group Members Throughout childhood and adulthood, this demographic of girls encounters several obstacles. This community is frequently ignored and underserved regarding mental health and well-being. Families and communities may place excessive expectations on adolescent females and reinforce harmful gender stereotypes. Anxiety, sadness, and other forms of...
Care Needs Normally, caregivers are always in touch with the infants and attend to all their possible needs. The care providers, therefore, play a significant role in influencing early childhood development among young ones, especially their emotional and social aspects. Being sensitive to common care needs is crucial and can...
Self-esteem is a critical psychological construct for children’s growth and sense of value. Sutton (2020) claims that it is essential to children’s academic progress, participation, activity engagement, social interactions, and, consequently, their sense of well-being. Children with low esteem are quiet and introverted, with self-imposed restrictions and a fixed attitude...
Child abuse is a serious issue that affects children of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. According to Chapter 9 of the textbook, there are many different types of child abuse, such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and neglect. Physical abuse is defined as any physical act, such...
Article Summary In Children and Ethnicity, Dr. Paul Connolly examines the concept of ethnicity, its understanding and role, and its impact on forming a child’s attitudes and identity. The article explains that ethnicity is generally defined as a shared sense of identity and history among people who consider themselves different...
Abstract Children with ASD have a higher prevalence of sleeplessness than typically developing children, and among the most prominent causes of this is behavioral problems. In the United States, roughly 3.5 million people have been diagnosed with autism(Estes et al., 2019). Autism Spectrum Disorder severely affects around 1 in 55...
Introduction Many parents know that play is important for their children’s development; however, they rarely connect it to child development. They assume that learning is only associated with classwork, such as writing, memorizing, and counting (Majumdar 9). People believe playing is only for fun purposes and no learning is involved....
Effect of Adversity Experiences on Relationship Formation Adversity is a problematic or unfavorable circumstance a person experiences in their surroundings. It can occur to a child during early development when they face difficulties in their environment, such as poverty, abuse, or neglect. These circumstances can lead to adverse outcomes in...
Introduction The significance of games as a tool for active learning and introduction of modeling sand roleplay as the means of examining real-life scenarios into the learning process has been accepted recently, causing a significant shift toward the active promotion of games as a vital learning tool for young children....
The modern social environment is changing in a fast manner, which has a great impact on children’s development. New appearing standards of society require children to have improved skills and cultivate knowledge in different areas. Such progress is impossible without professional and thorough intervention. Parents underestimate such practices and try...
Raising smart children is a significantly more complicated process than one might assume. In her article, Dweck wrote about the common misconception that accentuating intelligence and skill is crucial to one’s success. The writer explains that it is more suitable to focus on the process and praise children for their...
Introduction Early childhood education is a complex topic that encompasses multiple various elements. However, three topics that are directly associated with education in this particular demographic are family, language, and culture. On the one hand, one’s family creates the environment in which the development is happening. The family shapes how...
Introduction Young adults’ well-being has been shown to be negatively impacted by parental divorce. The importance of the relationship between spouses in creating either favorable or bad child development outcomes is highlighted in this research. Recently, the main goal of family intervention has been to encourage good parenting habits and...
Personality development is important in children because it refers to structured behavior and attitudes that separate one individual from another. Personality refers to a person’s dynamic system that includes psychophysical systems that impact their ideas and patterns of behavior. It comprises a wide range of human activities, as well as...
Introduction Addictions among children are becoming increasingly common in modern society. According to a report by Lipari and Van Horn (2017), one in eight children is suffering from some kind of substance abuse. The main addictions include tobacco, alcohol, and an assortment of drugs ranging from lighter drugs like marijuana...
The modern world is cruel, and we frequently witness instances where a person intentionally hurts another person. Society is now concerned about other issues, like child abuse. Babies hurt someone to defend themselves or to get what they want; it is not in the least bit cruel for a newborn...
Separation of parents can become a severe problem not only for caregivers themselves. Hence, in particular, this process negatively affects the psychological state of children, who, especially at an early age, are very susceptible to divorce in the family. Therefore, the study of various stories that tell about the problem...
Introduction Incarceration of parents or one of them is one of the severe tests for children who are forced to take on a new role and provide the rest of their family with economic, emotional, or financial support. Relationships with imprisoned parents and people around “orphans” often change for the...
Introduction Suicide occurs more often in older than younger people; there is a lack of enough studies on some risk factors for suicidality. Suicide not only results in a direct loss of many young lives but also has adverse socioeconomic effects. From public mental health, suicide among young people is...
Introduction The life of a child is far from always joyful and carefree, even in the modern world with a lot of opportunities. Lena Dunham in her story Difficult Girl: Growing Up with Help, shows the reverse side of the coin, using rhetorical devices and a special style of narration....
Introduction Youngsters at the age of eight are particularly more vulnerable to traumatic incidents due to their development reliance and progress on janitors and parents. Trauma is caused by physical abuse, rape, parent conflict, verbal abuse, and chronic diseases, especially in early infancy. Sexual assault, community violence, natural disaster, domestic...
Conflict jeopardizes children’s play and interaction. On the other hand, conflicts can also be experiences that help children learn about interpersonal interaction, expectations, and norms, as well as their cognitive, social, and moral development (Korotaeva & Chugaeva, 2019). Therefore, it is critical to offer support or assistance only when they...
Introduction When I was eight, my summer camp group attended a dried insect exhibition, and my groupmate Ann offered to tell me one secret if I promised to keep it. Ann told me that she had just stolen the biggest butterfly and buried it. Our caretaker noticed that one insect...
Introduction Depression is a common mood disorder which often results in serious consequences. Often called “Depressive States” the condition has been thoroughly researched in the past. The concept of Depressive disorder, which is a mood disorder, became an independent concept by the year 1880. Koo, (2018) states that it is...
Introduction Preschoolers are characterized by thinking to identify contrasts, extremes, and stereotypes about gender and are born already at the age of 3. It is quite logical that many girls will choose their friends among other girls and vice versa since they are “similar” (King et al., 2020). Children grow...
Introduction Freudianism is a general designation of various schools that arose on the basis of the psychological teaching of Sigmund Freud. Freudianism is characterized by the explanation of mental phenomena, including child development, through the unconscious. The core of his theory of child development is the idea of the eternal...
The concept of codependency is one of the recurring themes in the discussions of childhood struggles, caused by alcoholic and narcissistic parents. This term is generally defined as one’s preoccupation with others’ problems as opposed to personal affairs (O’Brien and Gaborit 1992). Despite the apparent connection between the specified conditions...
Introduction It is hard to disagree that most parents do not want to allow their children to play computer games, especially if they incorporate many elements of violence. Shooting and fighting animation attract many kids and teenagers, which makes it necessary for psychologists to explore the effects of such video...
Introduction In modern times, access to the Internet has become quite simple and easy, and every child who has a phone or computer can spend hours in front of the screen. The use of the Internet by children has its advantages and disadvantages, which have a significant impact on the...
Parents often harm their children with their open hands as a disciplinary tactic. However, it creates more harm than good. Several parents chose disciplinary approaches simply because they were raised without considering their effects. According to an article by O’Donnell, spanking is humiliating, inflicts physical damage, and causes resentment and...
Child abuse and neglect are cases when an underaged individual’s physical or emotional needs are overlooked and three out of eight children in the United States are affected by this problem. Such actions cause significant harm to the individual’s mental and even physical well-being. Moreover, some cases of child abuse...
The article written by Murray (2018) dwells on the phenomenon of toxic stress and its potential impact on child refugees in terms of physical and mental health. Murray (2018) defined the concept of toxic stress as consistent exposure to adverse events where there was no supportive caretaker to mediate the...
The current study tests the hypothesis that children experiencing maltreatment in any form are more likely to have an anxiety disorder. Studying this correlation is essential for strengthening the practices of countering maltreatment and preventing anxiety, which pose a significant threat to the child’s well-being, in particular their physical and...
Introduction Observation is a critical component of understanding and objectively conducting a child’s development assessment. Such an approach is essential to collect the necessary data and determine whether there are developmental abnormalities or healthy growth. However, observation cannot be properly conducted without precise and accurate documentation, from which valuable and...
Introduction There have been numerous attempts to introduce innovative learning techniques recently, which provide different perspectives on the benefits of video games in the sphere. For instance, the idea of video game use in higher education is currently widely discussed by scholars (Vlachopoulos and Makri, 2017, p. 2). I firmly...
The purpose of this study was to provide a comprehensive report on the design and implementation of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Program in early children’s education. The researchers sought to understand whether the teachers achieved their course objectives and improved learning after integrating the STEAM. Moreover,...
Child trauma is a dangerous, scary or life-threatening event that happens to a child of the age 0 to 18 years. In most cases, these events often lead to emotional pain and distress that manifests by inducing lasting physical and mental effects. Learning how to understand, cope and process difficulties,...
Attachment theory was developed by the English psychiatrist John Bowlby. Before the occurrence of Bowlby’s research, psychologists believed that a child maintains the relationship with the mother only to satisfy physical needs. Bowlby added a social component to the mother-child relationships. The researcher supposed that a child’s attachment to the...
The article by Irwin (1995) entitled, Codependence, Narcissism, and Childhood Trauma, examines the issue of codependency as it relates to narcissism and childhood trauma. The authors wondered if childhood events had any bearing on codependency in one’s adult life. They also wanted to know if codependency and narcissism were related....
Introduction Childhood, as the initial stage of growing up, is the period of greatest sensitivity to various unfavorable factors due to the strength of the primary impressions and the low resistance of the child’s nervous system. The impact of these factors on the body and its condition is largely mediated...
When coping with a psychiatric condition or trauma, it is not uncommon for individuals to seek assistance. When dealing with trauma and its long-term consequences, friends and professional therapists may be invaluable resources. People from many walks of life are touched by a traumatized victim’s tale (Marsac & Ragsdale, 2020)....
To ensure that a naturalistic insight is gained in terms of different behaviors characteristic for child development domains, I have conducted the observation in a day care facility. I was observing a 1.9-year-old Emma playing and interacting with other children in the room. It is known that toddlers have a...
The correct assessment of the child is critical for planning further interventions and educational activities. Under these conditions, correct and effective evaluation tools and approaches acquire the top priority. It helps to acquire information about the main developmental areas and children’s behavior and use the acquired data to plan future...
Childhood trauma is a life-threatening and violent event in a child’s life. It significantly impacts a person’s behavioral and emotional functioning because it affects how a person develops trust and attachments in later life (Toof et al., 2020). According to John Bowlby’s theory, childhood attachment affects how a person will...
The Coronavirus Pandemic has shifted individuals’ lifestyles due to mandatory lockdowns and increased isolation, resulting in more engagement with technology. Similarly, initiatives towards eradicating the virus have overshadowed critical issues such as the negative impact of using smart devices for extended periods. However, Kliesener et al. (2022) investigated the prevalence...
Communication is a very complex and sensitive topic for analysis, as it has many nuances and unique features. Cutting people off-topic can be a susceptible aspect of the discussion. However, even in such a topic, people can find some positive aspects. Henceforth, I believe that in cases when the conversation...
Behavior that Will Be Addressed This Single-Subject Design is assigned for participants with specific social difficulties. The statistics demonstrate that “17.5% of pupils in schools in English are identified as having a primary need of support” since they suffer from social or emotional challenges (Cosma & Soni, 2019, p. 1)....
Building a family is a responsible and essential matter for every person in the context of procreation and well-being. This event is associated with many aspects that the newlyweds and, in the future, young parents should take into account and cope with. The birth of a child imposes specific new...
A hyperactive child cannot concentrate on one subject for a long time. In other words, every 5-15 minutes, he needs to change the object of interest. That is why such a diagnosis can be objectively diagnosed only by school-age when classes last long and require attention. The child begins to...
Bouchard, Gerard, et al. Social Myths and Collective Imaginaries. University of Toronto Press, 2018. In this book, Bouchard et al. explain how myths create collective imaginaries that influence the culture and behavior in the past and modern society. According to the authors, society holds onto religious, political, and social myths...
Demir-Dagdas, Tuba, Zeynep Isik-Ercan, Seyma Intepe-Tingir, and Yasemin CavaTadik. “Parental Divorce and Children from Diverse Backgrounds: Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Mental Health, Parent-Child Relationships, and Educational Experiences.” Journal of Divorce & Remarriage, vol. 59, no. 6, 2018, pp. 469-485. The article by Demir-Dagdas et al. addresses the mental health issues that...
It is important to note that familial and parental issues majorly impact children’s mental and psychological well-being, with differential effects depending on their age and developmental stage. The given literature review will primarily assess the current and recently available data on the correlational and causational reciprocity of such problems and...
Introduction The development of children plays an important role in building a strong and fair society in the United Kingdom. There are many ways in which childhood may be represented within the UK context, and one of them is selecting play for social, emotional, and educational development in different periods....
One of the most popular children’s toys is taken for discussion: the Barbie. The doll can be both female and male, belong to various professions. The doll in question is a female character dressed in casual clothing. This model is the most classic one and the most popular. Barbie was...
Significance The outcomes of divorce on children are often discussed, yet few efforts are made to manage the situation. Specifically, the effects of fathers’ impact on children’s development being legally dismissed requires a more thorough assessment. The significance of the problem of fathers’ underrepresentation in law as parents is quite...
I believe that because educators play such an important role in the development of children, it is critical that they educate students on how to control their ideas, emotions, and actions. While self-control is a viable word for this important talent, a broader phrase, self-regulation, encompasses overlapping principles linked to,...
When tidying up the toolbox, it is essential to involve your child in the cleaning so that they can interact with nuts and bolts. Nuts and bolts come in different colors, shapes, sizes, and functions hence, easily enticing the child into playing with them. Engaging kindergarten children in using toys...
Sibling relationships within families have received increased attention over the past few years, pointing to the potential protective role that these relationships can play. Despite this growth, very little is known about how parents perceive youth sibling relationships, especially in foster care, and how these relationships develop. Having sensitive, casual,...
Introduction Since pre-colonial times, stories have been a part of social and cultural development. They were used by the elders to teach children useful moral behavior. Today, children are exposed to storybooks that contain either reality tales or anthropomorphized characters. This research is important because it compares the impact of...
Since their childhood, the majority of people have faced the appraisal of their abilities and talents. It goes without saying that this kind of support is essential, however, at the same time, it may limit individuals’ ability to fulfil their potential and lead to the acceptance of mediocracy (“The Growth...
Aydin, U. (2019). Test anxiety: Gender differences in elementary school students. European Journal of Educational Research, 8(1), 21-30. Web. Test anxiety affecting academic performance is a common phenomenon among schoolchildren, especially those whose parents have high requirements for children’s academic achievements. Aydin’s (2019) study focuses on gender differences in test...
Parents are children’s first teachers because they are primarily responsible for developing children’s basic literacy and language skills. Children may acquire language in different ways; however, it is crucial to pay enough attention to form a proper understanding of the grammar and language used in a child. Parents may contribute...
Modern children live in an extremely digitalized environment characterized by information availability and specific ways to spend free time. Today, most young people prefer to spend time in front of the computer, either doing their homework or socializing by using social networks. Another contemporary societal trend is the high popularity...
This article presents the results of studying the long-term effects of childhood traumas and reveals a connection between types of traumas and subsequent emerging mental disorders. The authors divided the traumas and correlated studied groups into three classes: low trauma, multi-type victimization, and situational trauma. At the same time, they...
The article of interest is “Video Gaming and Children’s Psychosocial Well-being: A Longitudinal Study” by Lobel, Adam, et al. With over 2 billion players globally, video games are tremendously popular leisure. Nonetheless, both the media and experts are worried about the results of extreme video gaming. In this article, the...
Introduction Childhood plays a critical role in developing personality and can significantly influence one’s choices and behaviors in adulthood. Evolutionarily, children were programmed to seek attachment with a stronger person who can provide appropriate care and support (Lai & Carr, 2018). Four primary attachment styles were described in the literature:...
Introduction The evaluation of the subject of divorce and parental separation is an essential branch of scientific research conducted in the fields of social sciences and childhood. Children throughout the world suffer from the damaging effects caused by their parents’ alienation towards each other, which often results in long-term separation...
Childhood is a unique time in a person’s life because it is associated with the phase where most growth happens. It is during this stage when cognition develops in children and that is done through experience. The things that happen around a child and their life during his stage leave...
Introduction Parenting is a very critical element in the development of children. Parentification of children is the role reversal of children whereby they are obligated to play the role of a parent to their parents or siblings. In far-gone cases, the children are used to role play, thus alienating their...
Introduction Harmonious development of the child’s personality is possible while maintaining and strengthening health, defined as a state of physical, mental, and social well-being. Mental health includes a child’s emotional and cognitive well-being, character development, and personality formation (Norona & Baker, 2017). In this regard, the parents – children interaction...
The phenomenon of ADHD has been known as a developmental issue that prevents children from developing relevant cognitive and socioemotional skills for quite a long. However, over the past decade, concerns over the effects that ADHD has on the general extent of patients’ mental health and on the further prospects...
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a drastic effect on the health of both adults and adolescents. While the effect of the pandemic on the physical health of the youth has been lower in comparison with adults, adolescents’ psychological health remains a matter of concern (Tardif-Grenier et al., 2021). While there...
Introduction The survey studies a total of 40 participants for this study (twenty men and twenty women). The subjects were split evenly between the two experimental conditions used in the study. Condition A: children between 12-15 are free with their parents about anything and have open line of communication (20...
School phobia is an anxiety disorder linked to separation anxiety; it is also referred to as school refusal. Children often refuse to attend school because they feel that it causes discomfort, anxiety, and stress. Common signs and symptoms of school refusal include frequent illness in the morning, such as stomach...
Hypothesis Statement Literature Review A link between success and happiness has been established by numerous studies. Cross-sectional studies confirmed that there is a positive correlation between happiness and success. Bowling et al. (2011) conducted a meta-analysis that established a positive link between subjective well-being and job satisfaction. Hosie et al....
As outlined by Jean Piaget, the formal operational stage of cognitive development considers children from the age of 12 years and above. It involves the process of increase in a child’s life, which enhances the ability of a child to understand an abstract of ideas and use logic, as well...
Many preschool children involve imaginary companions in their games. According to Kali and Cavanaugh (2003), earlier, it was believed that companions appearing in children’s plays and fantasies were relatively rare, but later it was stated that it is quite a common phenomenon. Bitonte (2012) reports that about 65% of children...
Temperament is a manner in which a person approaches and reacts towards an external surrounding. In children, it influences the behavior and the interaction with other people in various environments, such as schools. The parents and teachers play the role of identifying children’s abilities and providing the support they need...
Introduction Mental health is a subject that has been recently popularized. However, it has been stigmatized for many years due to the lack of understanding of the problem. It is certain that currently, more people are openly talking about it and addressing aspects of it through therapy and medication. A...
Introduction In today’s world, there is a fairly large number of children due to the increasing population of mankind. The most important aspects of personality formation are education and socialization. First of all, such skills are given to children by a school, that allows them to make friends and get...
The article summarizes the publication about Judith Rich Harris theory, according to which peers mean more to children than parents in terms of personal growth and development. This theory was a real shock for parents who were overprotective of their children. Harris argued, albeit very cautiously, that parents are mistaken...
The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC) is a test that is designed to evaluate intelligence in children of different ages. It was initially developed by David Wechsler and received a number of further improvements. David Wechsler is a world-renowned Romanian-American psychologist who significantly contributed to the development of psychological...
Temperament is a psychological term that refers to the combination of behaviors and attitudes an individual demonstrates. Therefore, temperament is a broad concept that covers a wide variety of behavior patterns and can be utilized to assess individuals. It may be influenced by both biological foundations and experience and is...
Recreating real and imaginary objects, the toy serves the purposes of mental, moral, aesthetic, and physical education. Moreover, toys help the child learn about the world around him and accustom him to purposeful, meaningful activities, promoting the development of thinking, memory, speech, and emotions. The toy should please the child,...
Trauma takes many forms, from sexual abuse, physical abuse, abandonment, and mental abuse. Handling trauma among children requires early identification of victims of traumatic events, since most are reluctant to seek help. Children exhibit apparent indicators of trauma, and specific measures can be put in place to counter traumatic events....
Children need a comfortable environment in both school and homestead surroundings. Teachers and guardians are responsible for providing and assisting with necessary materials that are essential in their daily activities. In a classroom, children need space to play, a dining area, shelves to store personal belongings, and classwork desks. All...
It seems reasonable to claim that the issue of the development of a child is relevant and vital nowadays. There is a necessity to figure out all the basic elements of the process appropriately, appealing to the newest approaches and research practices. The below discussion will focus on the interview...
James The given case illustrates child abuse and neglect as a problem involving not only a child and a parent but also grandparents. The situation reveals a greater range of facts about James’s and his family’s problem with indications of intergenerational child abuse, which is the prime hypothesis of the...
Several significant subjects currently dominate the study of developmental psychology. Problems regarding which psychologists do not have a common opinion and distinguishing views are supported by substantial arguments are called debates or issues. The nature of developmental change, the significance of crucial and sensitive moments, life span techniques against more...
Introduction Children have various needs depending on their environment, background, social support, and family structure. Children in dysfunctional families may present bigger challenges that affect their cognitive and social attributes. When it comes to children with behavioral or emotional issues, the challenges facing communities and schools are unprecedented. Gosling (2018)...
Summary Overview of the Research topic The invention of televisions has been one of the most revolutionary advancements in the field of mass media. Televisions have helped disseminate information and real-time news to the masses effectively, keeping people informed of the events in their location and other parts of the...
Introduction Unfortunately, it is no easy matter to be a parent and properly raise a child. Parental negligence is a widespread phenomenon affecting thousands of children all other the world. They tend to lose their vigilance all the time, letting their children do what they want. Apparently, it can be...
Introduction Reinforcement is a vast and natural part of everyone’s life. It is immediate, positively, or negatively affecting the learner’s reaction, or the external environment, to a specific action (Alberto & Troutman, 2013). In the education of children, this model is a critical stage, but it often occurs unconsciously. Thus,...
To identify any strengths and weaknesses of the student, it is usually necessary to use some tests and questions. However, within this assessment framework, methods of observation, passive data collection, and interviews with persons close to the subject, teachers and parents, were used. The reason for this behavior is this...
Introduction Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Cognitive Ability III Edition is a tool used to assess and measure a child’s cognitive capacity as well as the overall intelligence. It was created and revised by Mary Johnson and Richard Woodcock in 2001. The main advantage of the give assessment tool is the fact...
Raising children is arduous as parents are tasked with introducing their children to society and acceptable norms of behavior in it. Dealing with misbehavior and refusal to follow instructions is one of the most significant challenges for parents as advice on the appropriate methods of punishment continues to change. Thus,...
Bandura showed through his experiment that the formation of aggression in children occurs through observation and interaction with other people. During the first experiment in 1961, the children watched in person as an adult viciously beat Bobo – an inflatable doll about a meter high – for about 10 minutes....
Children see the world and experience things in a completely different way than adults. Playing, as a tool for the development of children and learning the world, is important. Through the game, the simplest basic concepts about some concerns are built and become the basis for further analysis in adulthood....
