PSY311H1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Social Comparison Theory, Social Learning Theory, Coparenting
4 Apr 2018
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Implicit = unwritten social cues very imp. skill. = higher degree of coordination in friendships more complex activities. = more likely to function affectively in groups and follow implicit rules of peer interaction. Individual differences in security of attachment predict individual differences later in life. Evidence is very strong for this hypothesis. Highly predictive of social competence at 10-12 yrs secure attachment = higher competence. Social competence measured by ratings given by adults on social & personal competence. Securely attached = spent more time with peers friendships characterized by openness & trust. A few considerations: one may expect that bc of excessive caregiving demands on moms of twins, they will show less secure attachments. Could present challenges only child for years family structure changes pregnant mom may be embarrassing. Lifelong developmental process where we learn about ourselves perspective of self: development of cognition in childhood. Cognitive development advances how we can think about selves, others, social situations.
