Chapter 16: Social and Personality Development in Adolescence
The reading this week was very enlighteningI learned that popular adolescents are at the top of the social hierarchy. I also learned that there are degrees of popularity in adolescence which include popular, controversial, neglected, and rejected adolescents. I began to reflect on my past and I had alot of friends who were cheerleaders, football and basketball players and I know that's why they were popular. They were my friends because I grew up with them. Come to think, I was very popular too. But, it was not by choice but maybe by association. Meaning I didn't do anything out of the ordinary to try and get people to be my friends. I know I was not very friendly or that outgoing. But, for some reason that's why alot of people liked me. People thought I was cool cause I spoke my mind. That's what I think adolescents should do anyway. Just be yourself! If people like you they do and if they don't then that's just fine too. I'm still the same way I was when I was a teen and will be that way forever. If people can't accept you for who you are then they are not worth having as a friend.
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Ch. 15 Weekly readings
Ch. 15 Cognitive Development in Adolescence
The journey from childhood to adolescence can be very challenging. Adolescence marks the beginning development of more complex thinking processes. Adolescents have the ability to began moving from childhood toward adulthood due to their cognitive development. Cognitive development refers to the development of the ability to think and reason. This phase of development allows the adolescent to search for their sense of self. They strive to learn to make good choices and decisions toward their future as a responsible citizen. As adolescents enhance their understanding of themselves, they actually become more aware of their own emotions and feelings and how these feelings affect their daily lives. While this process is very important it is also very difficult. The identity issues that begin during adolescence determine the paths an adolescent may take in future aspects of their lives. I can only imagine what adolescents who are growing up in this day and age are going through. The problems that teens face today are more challenging than ever before.
The journey from childhood to adolescence can be very challenging. Adolescence marks the beginning development of more complex thinking processes. Adolescents have the ability to began moving from childhood toward adulthood due to their cognitive development. Cognitive development refers to the development of the ability to think and reason. This phase of development allows the adolescent to search for their sense of self. They strive to learn to make good choices and decisions toward their future as a responsible citizen. As adolescents enhance their understanding of themselves, they actually become more aware of their own emotions and feelings and how these feelings affect their daily lives. While this process is very important it is also very difficult. The identity issues that begin during adolescence determine the paths an adolescent may take in future aspects of their lives. I can only imagine what adolescents who are growing up in this day and age are going through. The problems that teens face today are more challenging than ever before.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Ch. 14 weekly readings
Ch. 14 Physical Development in Adolescence
In this chapter I learned alot about the causes and effects of obesity, anorexia, and bulimia. Adolescence is a time of growth and development. I found out that there are no single causes to these disorders. Being obese affects all aspects of a child's life. These children develop severe emotional and physical problems. Anorexia is an eating disorder where people starve themselves and it usually begins in young people around the onset of puberty. Anorexia mainly affects adolescent girls. All victims of bulimia are plagued by irresistible urges to binge on food in a short time. After consuming large amounts of food they vomit or use other methods to get rid of the excess food. After reading this chapter I came to realize how infected peoples minds have become about the way they look. Teens have to be teased about being too fat or too thin. In this phase of life people are so vunerable and worried about what other (peers) think. I think everyone should be happy with what God blessed you with as long as you are healthy. To the adolescents out there who are going through these disorders right now should reach out to someone and seek help.
In this chapter I learned alot about the causes and effects of obesity, anorexia, and bulimia. Adolescence is a time of growth and development. I found out that there are no single causes to these disorders. Being obese affects all aspects of a child's life. These children develop severe emotional and physical problems. Anorexia is an eating disorder where people starve themselves and it usually begins in young people around the onset of puberty. Anorexia mainly affects adolescent girls. All victims of bulimia are plagued by irresistible urges to binge on food in a short time. After consuming large amounts of food they vomit or use other methods to get rid of the excess food. After reading this chapter I came to realize how infected peoples minds have become about the way they look. Teens have to be teased about being too fat or too thin. In this phase of life people are so vunerable and worried about what other (peers) think. I think everyone should be happy with what God blessed you with as long as you are healthy. To the adolescents out there who are going through these disorders right now should reach out to someone and seek help.
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Ch. 10 & 13 weekly readings
Ch. 10 Social and Personality Development in the Preschool Years
In this chapter it discussed how growing up in an individualistic culture is different from a collectivist culture. Individualistic cultures are defined by detachment from relationships and community. The individual views him/herself as relatively independent from others. On the other hand, collectivist cultures stress the importance of relationships, roles and status within the social system. Both are broad dimensions used to differentiate cultures. I learned that in an indiviualistic culture independence, value and personal fullfillment is prioritized. Collectivist cultures stress harmony and obedience. I think the United States is an individualistic culture and foreign countries are collectivist.
Ch. 13 Social and Personality Development in Middle Childhood
In middle childhood being popular and having many friends are two significant factors. Children who have a strong group of friendships and who are popular with their peers are socially competent. Social skills, social awareness, and self- confidence are all milestones that the child will face during middle childhood. I think all children want to adapt and be accepted socially. I think that children have it bad during this stage because they go from wanting the approval of their parents to wanting the approval from their peers.
In this chapter it discussed how growing up in an individualistic culture is different from a collectivist culture. Individualistic cultures are defined by detachment from relationships and community. The individual views him/herself as relatively independent from others. On the other hand, collectivist cultures stress the importance of relationships, roles and status within the social system. Both are broad dimensions used to differentiate cultures. I learned that in an indiviualistic culture independence, value and personal fullfillment is prioritized. Collectivist cultures stress harmony and obedience. I think the United States is an individualistic culture and foreign countries are collectivist.
Ch. 13 Social and Personality Development in Middle Childhood
In middle childhood being popular and having many friends are two significant factors. Children who have a strong group of friendships and who are popular with their peers are socially competent. Social skills, social awareness, and self- confidence are all milestones that the child will face during middle childhood. I think all children want to adapt and be accepted socially. I think that children have it bad during this stage because they go from wanting the approval of their parents to wanting the approval from their peers.
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Ch. 9 weekly readings
Ch. 9 Cognitive development in the preschool years.
In ch. 9 I learned many things, but the most significant was about head start. Head start serves child development through the preschool years and their low- income families. It was the most significant because I remember going to head start. It is a national program that promotes school readiness. It serves as evidence to show that the early years matter a great deal to a child's growth and development. This program is funded by the government. I think this program is a great deal to those in need. It provides an opportunity to those who are less fortunate to be ready and able to adapt to school. This program provides parents with educational, nutritional and health support to better aide the children in transition into school.
Ch. 9 Cognitive development in the preschool years.
In ch. 9 I learned many things, but the most significant was about head start. Head start serves child development through the preschool years and their low- income families. It was the most significant because I remember going to head start. It is a national program that promotes school readiness. It serves as evidence to show that the early years matter a great deal to a child's growth and development. This program is funded by the government. I think this program is a great deal to those in need. It provides an opportunity to those who are less fortunate to be ready and able to adapt to school. This program provides parents with educational, nutritional and health support to better aide the children in transition into school.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Ch. 8 + 11 weekly readings
Chapter 8: Physical Development in the preschool years + Chapter 11: Physical Development in Middle Childhood
In chapter 8 I learned, that significant development is still occuring after infancy into the preschool years. These years are characterized by changes in physical body, gross and fine motor skills and their senses. I learned that at this stage children are becoming independent but still need help from adults. So many things are happening to them and they need our love and guidance to be healthy beings.
In chapter 11 I learned, that nutrition is the key factor to development during these years. I never knew how much nutrition affects many aspects of a child's life. Children should be encouraged to be physically active to ensure good health. I believe that if all children learn these things while they are young it will become the norm for them and they can live longer, healthier lives.
Chapter 8: Physical Development in the preschool years + Chapter 11: Physical Development in Middle Childhood
In chapter 8 I learned, that significant development is still occuring after infancy into the preschool years. These years are characterized by changes in physical body, gross and fine motor skills and their senses. I learned that at this stage children are becoming independent but still need help from adults. So many things are happening to them and they need our love and guidance to be healthy beings.
In chapter 11 I learned, that nutrition is the key factor to development during these years. I never knew how much nutrition affects many aspects of a child's life. Children should be encouraged to be physically active to ensure good health. I believe that if all children learn these things while they are young it will become the norm for them and they can live longer, healthier lives.
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Ch. 4+ 5 weekly readings
Chapter 4: Birth and the Newborn Infant + Chapter 5: Physical Development in Infancy
In chapter 4 I learned, there are signs that tell you that a labor is beginning. Contractions get stronger and closer together and the bag of waters or membranes rupture. The result is an open cervix that thins so the baby's head can pass through. Another form of childbirth is a Cesarean. It is when a surgical incision is made through the mothers abdomen and uterus. Labor ends with the birth of a baby. I found everything to be very informative and interesting. I have yet to experience having a baby, but after reading this chapter I really don't look forward to it.
In chapter 5 I learned, that there are many changes that occur in an infants body. The physcal development is extensive in the first two years of life. The brain continues to develop past infancy. There motor devleopment is a active process between nature and nurture. Finally there sensory and perceptual development go hand in hand. I learned that a baby is veru fragile in infancy.
In chapter 4 I learned, there are signs that tell you that a labor is beginning. Contractions get stronger and closer together and the bag of waters or membranes rupture. The result is an open cervix that thins so the baby's head can pass through. Another form of childbirth is a Cesarean. It is when a surgical incision is made through the mothers abdomen and uterus. Labor ends with the birth of a baby. I found everything to be very informative and interesting. I have yet to experience having a baby, but after reading this chapter I really don't look forward to it.
In chapter 5 I learned, that there are many changes that occur in an infants body. The physcal development is extensive in the first two years of life. The brain continues to develop past infancy. There motor devleopment is a active process between nature and nurture. Finally there sensory and perceptual development go hand in hand. I learned that a baby is veru fragile in infancy.
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