AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

NEWBORN DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Social development in early childhood includes (select ALL that apply):
A
Communication skills improve with more interaction
B
Acceptable social behaviours increase
C
If early child spends time away from caregivers their independence begins to develop
D
Infants can speak 10, 000 words
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Social development refers to the process by which a child learns to interact with others around them. As they develop and perceive their own individuality within their community, they also gain skills to communicate with other people and process their actions.

Detailed explanation-2: -Babies between 9 and 13 months of age show some interest in partners. The social contacts are limited to looking, smiling and grasping the partner. Between 14 and 18 months, attention to the partner increases considerably and, gradually, the social contacts and cooperative play become far more personal and friendly.

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