Influences on social and emotional development

These questions requires to demonstrate knowledge of influences that impact on the child and their social and emotional development.

Match the influencing factor to the child's behaviour in the table below.

Influencing factors

a. Child abuse

b. Chronic health issues

c. Child rearing practices

d. Age/stage of development

e. Personality and temperament

f. Recent events

g. Sensory input

For each definition, select an option from the dropdown below it

1. Kieran (3yrs) has spent almost two-thirds of his life in hospital. He finds it difficult to relate to other children, preferring to play alone or seek out the company of adults.

2. The parents of Casper (4yrs) live an alternative lifestyle. They do not believe in 'imposing their will' on Casper. As a result, Casper finds it difficult to comply with the limits and boundaries set by the educator.

3. Sari (14mths) has snatched a teddy from Anna (18mths). Anna tries to grab it back and both girls are crying.

Imran (3.9yrs) is extremely shy. He finds it difficult to make friends and will often walk away if another 4. child attempts to join in his play.

d. Age/stage of development

5. Matilda (4yrs) lashes out at others when angry or upset. She will hit, kick and push. Matilda is in long-term foster care because her mother was found to be frequently hitting Matilda with a leather belt to control her behaviour.

6. When the educator gives the alert for transition to group time Bridy (4yrs) rushes to the lockers and covers her ears. When the educator asks Bridy what is wrong she says, 'that she doesn't like the noise of music'.