FRHD 1010 Chapter Notes - Chapter 6: Prefrontal Cortex, Limbic System, Psychopathology

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Family Relations and Human Development
• Course: FRHD 1010
• Professor: Susan Chuang

Document Summary

Emotional development: children gradually learn when and how to express emotions. Emotional regulation: the ability to control when & how emotions are expressed. Task occurs between 2 & 6 years: by age 6 kids can usually be angry but not explosive, frightened but not terrified. Protective optimism: erikson"s 3rd development stage where children acquire many skills and competencies. Initiative saying something new, expanding ability, beginning a project. Self-concept: a person"s understanding of who he/she is, incorporating self-esteem, physical appearance, personality and various personal traits such as gender & size. Children in north america and europe develop strong self-concept. In us self-concept includes gender & size: erikson recognized kids are not realistic they believe they are smart, strong & good-looking and that any goal is attainable. Such as not opening a present right away etc. Intrinsic motivation: a drive or reason to pursue a goal that comes from inside a person, such as the need to feel smart or competent.