Psychology 2320A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Prefrontal Cortex, Critical Period, Brainstem

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2320A/B
• Professor: Prof

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Child"s problems must be considered in relation to multiple levels of influence. Children with fears and anxiety affected by levels of stress hormones circulating in the body are more likely to have parents who had similar problems during childhood. Jorge"s inability to regulate feelings of arousal, distress or agitation may surface without warning is a key element in describing his problem. Emotions = powerful events, demanding the child to find ways to reduce their force. Adaptive way; seek comfort from a caregiver, gradually helps child learn ways of self-regulation. Children with fears and worries sometime develop a belief system that can be self-defeating, leading them to believe that they will fail at anything they try. Biological factors include genetic and neurobiological contributors. Psychological influences include the role of beh and cognitive processes, as well as emotional and relationship influences. Major social contributors to child problems involve family patterns, peer relations, community factors, and cultural norms.