Emotional Development of Infants 4.02

Notes Process of recognizing and expressing feelings so you can establish a unique personality Begins at birth

Influences

Notes Care received Environment-moods and actions of others Individuality Temperament Learning from others Thinking and interactions

Interference

Notes Bitterness Mistrust Negative environment Behavior toward others

Early Signs

Notes Crying Muscle tension Smiling Cooing Wiggling the body Similar moods of parents

Promoting

Notes Hugs and kisses Cuddle and rock Smile Comforting voice Attachment objects Set good examples Allow ways to quiet themselves 6 months develop interests outside themselves Use play to enhance skills

Birth – 12 months

Notes Birth-contentment and distress Few weeks-pain from hunger and lack of attention 3 months-pleasure and delight 6 months-fear 10 months-anger, sadness, happiness 12 months- separation anxiety