EDUCATION (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -Cephalocaudal: Development of the upper portions of the body precedes the development of the lower portions. The Cephalocaudal tendency exhibits that the development proceeds in the longitudinal direction. This is known as the ‘cephalocaudal’ or “head to toe” sequence.

Detailed explanation-2: -According to the cephalocaudal principle of development, the direction of growth occurs from the top (head) to the bottom (feet). However, according to the proximodistal principle, the direction of growth starts from the center of the body (torso, spine) and goes outward (to the arms and legs).

Detailed explanation-3: -This is called the cephalocaudle principle. This principle describes the direction of growth and development. According to this principle, the child gains control of the head first, then the arms, and then the legs. Infants develop control of the head and face movements within the first two months after birth.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cephalocaudal development refers to a similar progression of growth that occurs from head to toe. For example, neck and should muscles will develop before the lower limbs. This allows the infant to turn and lift their head, as is required for seeking nourishment from the mother.

Detailed explanation-5: -Cephalocaudal Principle: It states that growth and development follow a pattern that starts with the head then proceeds to the rest of the body (head to toe). The Head region starts growth at first and is followed by other organs. The child gains control of the head first, then the arms and the legs.