PSY311H5 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Extraversion And Introversion, Tums, Truancy
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Vertical and horizontal relationships: horizontal: between same age kids, vertical: between kids of different ages i. e. camp counselor. They are role models and at the same time they are close in age belong to the same cohort. Benefit because they understand each other because they are from the same cohort but at the same time. Orderly developmental sequences are found in children"s interaction with peers they are assuming a leadership role: perspective taking etc. Category systems have been related to describe individual differences in the nature of relationships children have. Nature of early peer relationships could predict later psychological adjustment. Mutual influences exist between children"s family and peer relationships, especially in terms of how parental actions. Friendships fulfill a number of important functions which change according to age affect the nature and amount of contact with peers: sending kids to particular schools or programs.
