Emotional Development Of Young Children Research Articles

“Learning to ‘waltz’ rather than ‘wrestle’ … ” : a novel, ultra-brief intervention supporting early child–caregiver relationships

ABSTRACT Introduction The quality of the early child–caregiver relationship plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s development. In response to the lack of early intervention provisions for 2–5 year olds, the Leeds Infant Mental Health Service increased their offer to support children up to their fifth birthday (and their caregivers), where relational difficulties impact upon the child’s emotional wellbeing. Aims This paper aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the direct therapeutic work (named ‘Understanding Your Toddler’; UYT), in promoting the child–caregiver relationship. Method Nineteen families were accepted for UYT, where there was motivation and emotional availability to consider change within the relationship. Thirteen families engaged in the work. The UYT offer adopted a three session, home-visiting model, drawing upon several therapeutic approaches. A two-phased mixed methods design was adopted. Phase I analysed quantitative changes within the relationship. Phase II qualitatively evaluated families and professionals’ experiences of UYT. Results Paired t-tests and Wilcoxon signed rank analyses illustrated significant differences pre and post UYT in caregiver: goals, confidence, perceptions and feelings of irritation. No significant differences were found in caregiver feelings of warmth. Themes from interviews suggested that the strengths-based approach was valued, and that video work supported caregivers to ‘see the world from their (toddlers’) point of view’. Conclusion This evaluation contributes to the limited evidence evaluating the efficacy of child–caregiver interventions in practice. Despite the small sample, the UYT model provides a helpful framework (applicable to clinical contexts) to foster early relationships and emotional development of young children.

INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN: METHODS AND PRACTICES

The article highlights modern approaches to physical education of young children in modern preschool educational institutions, in particular, traditional forms of activities and innovative methods. The main forms of physical education, such as morning gymnastics, physical culture classes, mobile games and hardening procedures, are complemented by author’s and non-traditional methods, such as self-massage using Su-jok technology. Special attention is paid to the game methods proposed by M. Yefimenko and the introduction of information and communication technologies increasing the effectiveness and interest of classes. Particular attention is paid to the use of baby yoga for the physical and emotional development of young children. The importance of creating favorable conditions for independent motor activity of children is also emphasized. The article contains practical recommendations for the implementation of these methods into the educational process of preschool educational institutions. The purpose of the article is to distinguish the peculiarities of the organization of physical education in groups of young children. Among the research methods a scientific analysis of psychological and pedagogical sources, priority documents of the Ukrainian state educational policy is presented, where various problems related to the organization of physical education of young children in preschool educational institutions are outlined, its meaning and role of modern forms and methods of physical education of children are revealed in early age groups. Findings of the results indicated the need for further search for modern technologies and methods of physical development of young children in order to improve the quality of the educational process in preschool educational institutions. The conclusions emphasize that the introduction of original and non-traditional methods, such as self-massage using Su-jok technology, as well as game methods proposed by M. Yefimenko, significantly increase the effectiveness and interest of classes. The use of information and communication technologies and baby yoga helps in the development of children’s physical and emotional skills, makes classes diverse and attractive for children.

Exploring Mindful Teaching Practices: Strategies for Enhancing Early Childhood Education

Mindful teaching practices have gained increasing attention as effective strategies for enhancing early childhood education. This article explores the integration of mindfulness into teaching methods, focusing on how these practices can improve both educators' and young learners' experiences. Mindfulness in education involves bringing present-moment awareness to the teaching and learning process, which can help educators manage stress, increase emotional regulation, and create a more nurturing learning environment. The article discusses various strategies for implementing mindful teaching practices, including mindful breathing exercises, reflective listening, and the incorporation of mindfulness activities into daily routines. These practices not only support the social and emotional development of young children but also promote their cognitive growth by fostering greater focus, empathy, and resilience. The article reviews research findings that demonstrate the positive impact of mindfulness on early childhood education, such as improved classroom behavior, enhanced teacher-student relationships, and increased academic achievement. Additionally, the challenges of adopting mindful practices, such as time constraints and the need for professional development, are addressed. The article concludes with practical recommendations for educators seeking to integrate mindfulness into their teaching, emphasizing the importance of consistency, community support, and ongoing reflection. By adopting mindful teaching practices, educators can create a more supportive and effective learning environment, ultimately contributing to the holistic development of young children.

Optimization of Early Childhood Social Emotional Development Through Exercise Methods and Learning Videos

This research aims to investigate ways to enhance the social and emotional development of young children through Drill and video learning methods. The research topic covers the definition and importance of social-emotional development in young children, learning through Drill and video methods in young children, and strategies to enhance social-emotional development through Drill and video methods in young children. The method used in this research is qualitative with a literature study, using data sources such as journals and books published in the last 5 years. The results show that, first, social-emotional development in young children refers to the process by which children develop the ability to interact socially and manage their emotions effectively. This involves understanding and expressing emotions, developing social relationships, and adapting to their social environment. Second, learning through Drill and video methods is an effective way to encourage active participation, cooperation, and the development of social-emotional skills in young children. Through Drill and video learning methods, children can learn to interact, share, and collaborate while also developing cognitive and academic skills. Third, strategies to optimize the social-emotional development of young children through Drill and video learning methods include forming inclusive groups, facilitating positive interactions, developing social skills, cooperative games, facilitating emotional expression, positive feedback, and leadership concept building.

BOOK REVIEW: SOCIAL LEADERSHIP IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND CARE: AN INTRODUCTION

Social leadership in early childhood education and care refers to the ability of educators to guide and promote positive social behaviors in young children, as well as create a supportive learning environment that fosters cooperation and empathy. It involves using a range of strategies and techniques to help children develop social skills, self-regulation, and emotional intelligence. Social leadership in early childhood education and care is an essential factor in supporting positive social and emotional development in young children in the UK. According to a study by Breslin and colleagues (2019), effective social leadership involves creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment, promoting positive social behaviors, and using evidence-based strategies to help children develop social skills and emotional intelligence. The study emphasizes the importance of social leadership in improving children’s academic and social outcomes, as well as their long-term well-being. Moreover, the research suggests that social leadership can be especially beneficial in supporting the development of children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Implementation of an Integrated Training for Parents and Teachers in Early Head Start

This qualitative study documented perspectives of professionals and parents who were involved in the implementation of an attachment-based training for parents and teachers in Early Head Start (EHS). Eight university-based facilitators, 20 EHS teachers, and 13 parents participated in focus groups to better understand the appropriateness, acceptability, and feasibility of Hearts and Minds on Babies (HMB); a group-based, multi-session training with the goal of supporting social emotional development in young children through promotion of reflective functioning and mindfulness strategies for teachers and parents. Data suggest that a small group format and a facilitator stance of openness, curiosity, and cultural humility promoted teachers’ and parents’ positive perspectives of HMB concepts. Participants in this study also helped us to understand challenges to HMB’s feasibility, including logistical challenges that need to be considered for successful implementation in other EHS sites.

Reconnecting: Positive Discipline Skills to Support Social and Emotional Development in Young Children Affected by COVID-19

Reconnecting: Positive Discipline Skills to Support Social and Emotional Development in Young Children Affected by COVID-19

Moving beyond the mother-child dyad: a commentary on Oppenheim etal. (2023).

The research presented by Oppenheim etal. (J Child Psychol Psychiatry, 2023) breaks important new ground by moving beyond the mother-child dyad and investigating the coparenting alliance between mothers and fathers of young children with autism. By integrating family systems thinking, developmental science, and research on autism spectrum disorder, this line of research is bound to improve our understanding of how family systems influence the social emotional development of young children with autism, how children's development and learning can be optimized, and how parents' marital relationship and mental health can be strengthened. Future research should investigate the coparenting alliance across a range of family functions aside from triadic play (e.g. caregiving, teaching, attachment, and behavior management) and move beyond nuclear family structures to capture the lived experiences of families within industrialized countries more adequately and embrace cultural differences across the globe.

Parent Involvement in Education as Predictors of Social–Emotional Strengths in Kindergartners

Although more is known about how general parenting practices predict social–emotional strengths in children, less research has looked at parent involvement in education and children’s social–emotional strengths. This study examined the extent to which parent involvement, specifically home-based involvement, parent–teacher trust, and home–school communication, predicted children’s social–emotional strengths in kindergarten. The study featured both parent (n = 120) and teacher ratings (n = 156) of children’s social–emotional strengths. We examined the association between parent involvement and social emotional strengths while controlling for child age and gender, socioeconomic status, and general parenting (positive verbal discipline and harsh/inconsistent discipline). Parents’ reports of home-based involvement were a moderate to strong positive predictor of their child’s social–emotional strengths over the kindergarten year. For teacher ratings of social–emotional strengths, parents’ trust of the teacher was associated with higher social–emotional strengths. The findings may inform essential components in parenting or school-based interventions for social–emotional development, as well as differences in what parents and teachers perceive as related to social–emotional development in young children. Impact Statement Parents play an important role in children’s social–emotional development. The current study demonstrate parents perceive home-based involvement activities are associated with child social–emotional strengths, while teachers perceive a trusting relationship between home and school as most important. Results highlight ways to support schools and families working together to support social–emotional strengths.

Exploring the role of COVID-19 pandemic-related changes in social interactions on preschoolers' emotion labeling.

During the COVID-19 pandemic people were increasingly obliged to wear facial masks and to reduce the number of people they met in person. In this study, we asked how these changes in social interactions are associated with young children's emotional development, specifically their emotion recognition via the labeling of emotions. Preschoolers labeled emotional facial expressions of adults (Adult Faces Task) and children (Child Faces Task) in fully visible faces. In addition, we assessed children's COVID-19-related experiences (i.e., time spent with people wearing masks, number of contacts without masks) and recorded children's gaze behavior during emotion labeling. We compared different samples of preschoolers (4.00–5.75 years): The data for the no-COVID-19-experience sample were taken from studies conducted before the pandemic (Adult Faces Task: N = 40; Child Faces Task: N = 30). The data for the with-COVID-19-experience sample (N = 99) were collected during the COVID-19 pandemic in Switzerland between June and November 2021. The results did not indicate differences in children's labeling behavior between the two samples except for fearful adult faces. Children with COVID-19-experience more often labeled fearful faces correctly compared to children with no COVID-19 experience. Furthermore, we found no relations between children's labeling behavior, their individual COVID-19-related experiences, and their gaze behavior. These results suggest that, even though the children had experienced differences in the amount and variability of facial input due to the pandemic, they still received enough input from visible faces to be able to recognize and label different emotions.

Parents' Perceptions of the Neighbourhood Built Environment Are Associated with the Social and Emotional Development of Young Children.

The influence of the neighbourhood built environment on young children’s physical development has been well-documented; however, there is limited empirical evidence of an association with social and emotional development. Parental perceptions of the neighbourhood built environment may act as facilitators or barriers to young children’s play and interactions in their local environment. The aim of this study was to examine the associations between parents’ perceptions of the neighbourhood built environment and the social-emotional development of children aged two-to-five years. Parents’ positive perceptions of traffic safety (OR 0.74; 95% CI 0.55, 0.98), crime safety (OR 0.79; 95% CI 0.64, 0.99) and land use mix–access (OR 0.74; 95% CI 0.56, 0.98) were associated with lower odds of social-emotional difficulties, while positive perceptions of walking and cycling facilities were associated with higher odds of difficulties (OR 1.26; 95% CI 1.02, 1.55). Positive perceptions of land use mix–access (OR 1.32; 95% CI 1.03, 1.69), street connectivity (OR 1.35; 95% CI 1.10, 1.66) and neighbourhood aesthetics (OR 1.27; 95% CI 1.01, 1.60) were associated with higher odds of prosocial behaviours. Interventions to improve parents’ perceptions of built environment features may facilitate opportunities for play and interactions which contribute to healthy social-emotional development.

The improvement of preschoolers’ social emotional skills

This article is based on giving essential information about young children’s social emotional improvement and its significance. Social emotional development is important to a child’s success in school and in life. Social emotional development means and notions, opinions are showed on how to use and promote it. Social emotional skills can be expressed in early childhood in each classroom. This can be done in different lessons and activities. Social emotional development can be promoted by embedding it in all areas of the day. Nowadays, other priorities have been seen in early childhood classrooms and at home. Some researchers believe this has resulted in a lack of promotion of social emotional development in young children. This paper focuses on the explore academic pushdown, technology and children, and limited free time, including recess. These may influence a young child’s social emotional ability therefore they may present more challenging behaviors. Three social emotional development programs are explored. Social emotional development is so significant in the early years of a child’s life. Families and teachers have to comprehend its significance.

A predictable home environment may protect child mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

ObjectiveInformation about the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent and adult mental health is growing, yet the impacts on preschool children are only emerging. Importantly, environmental factors that augment or protect from the multidimensional and stressful influences of the pandemic on emotional development of young children are poorly understood.MethodsDepressive symptoms in 169 preschool children (mean age 4.1 years) were assessed with the Preschool Feelings Checklist during a state-wide stay-at-home order in Southern California. Mothers (46% Latinx) also reported on externalizing behaviors with the Strengths & Difficulties Questionnaire. To assess the role of environmental factors in child mental health we examined household income, food insecurity, parental essential worker status and loss of parental job, as well as preservation of the structure of children's daily experiences with the Family Routines Inventory.ResultsSixty-one percent of families' incomes were below the living wage and 50% had at least one parent who was an essential worker. Overall, preschoolers’ depressive and externalizing symptoms were elevated compared to pre-COVID norms. Practice of family routines robustly predicted better child mental health, and this protective effect persisted after covarying income, dual-parent status and food insecurity as well as maternal depression and stress.ConclusionThe stress of the COVID-19 pandemic is exacting a significant toll on the mental health of preschool children. Importantly, maintaining a structured, predicable home environment by adherence to family routines appears to mitigate these adverse effects, providing empiric basis for public health recommendations.

PENGARUH PENDIDIKAN ANAK USIA DINI TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN KONDISI SOSIAL-EMOSI ANAK USIA PRASEKOLAH

The social and emotional development of young children is affected by many stimulating factors, and one of those factors is early childhood education. However, not all pre-school children have the opportunity to attend early childhood education. This study was aimed at comparing children’s social and emotional development of those who attend and do not attend early childhood education. This comparative study was carried out using a cross-sectional approach among 72 participants divided into 2 groups: 36 participants who attend early childhood education and 36 participants who do not attend early childhood education. Accidental sampling technique was applied to select samples, Non-parametric statistical test employed was the Mann Whitney test. Comparison value of children attending and not attending early childhood education was P-value 0.000; the emotional comparison value was P-value 0.040. It means there were differences in social and emotional development between children who attend early childhood education and those who do not attend early childhood education. It can be concluded that early childhood education can help stimulate the development of children. Parents should pay more attention to their children’s social and emotional development, whereas if parents cannot be the medium to support children’s social and emotional development, they should engage their children to early childhood education.

Sharing is Caring: A Study of Food-Sharing Practices in Australian Early Childhood Education and Care Services.

Food connects people, and can significantly impact the physical, social and emotional development of young children. Food sharing and family-style mealtimes can support healthy eating practices and psychological well-being among young children, and carersother than family members, such as Early Childhood Education and Care staff, play an important role in the provision of these practices. Despite increasing numbers of Australian children attending Early Childhood Education and Care services, there is often reluctance among staff to promote such mealtime practices, to the detriment of children’s social and emotional development. The aim of this paper was to focus on the potential role of Early Childhood Education and Care services in facilitating food sharing and family-style mealtime practices in the earliest stages of the lifespan. A qualitative, netnographic approach was used, and data was collected as part of the broader ’Supporting Nutrition for Australian Childcare’ (SNAC) study, via online conversation threads, observations and qualitative interviews. Findings demonstrated that whilst many Early Childhood Education and Care services are committed to supporting food sharing and family-style mealtime practices, a number of barriers were reported. These included the perception that babies and toddlers could not participate in these practices, concerns about food hygiene and cross contamination of allergens, and negative parental influences on food sharing. In conclusion, this paper supports the practice of food sharing in Early Childhood Education and Care settings and calls for them to become embedded in everyday operations to support the physical, social and emotional development of Australia’s future generations.

The Moderating Effect of Age on Preschool Teachers Trait Emotional Intelligence in Greece and Implications for Preschool Human Resources Management

Preschool teachers play a significant role in nurturing the social and emotional development of young children. Moreover, their own social and emotional skills can influence how they instruct their pupils in emotional intelligence (EI). This study aimed to examine the individual dimensions of trait emotional intelligence (TEI) for preschool teachers working in Ioannina, the capital city of Epirus in northwestern Greece, using the Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire–Short Form (TEIQue–SF). The mean EI score of the participants was 4.98(±0.57), with a small number having EI scores either below 4 (1.61%) or above 6 (1.76%), while the majority had a mean EI score between 4–5 (49.18%) and 5–6 (47.54%). Although no effect of age or experience on overall EI was found, age was negatively correlated with emotionality on the one hand and positively with sociability on the other. This trend toward a moderate increase in sociability as teachers grow older may reflect their different backgrounds and experiences. Educational administrators should direct resources toward safeguarding and enhancing the preschool teachers’ EI at all stages of their careers.

PERBANDINGAN SOSIAL DAN EMOSI ANAK USIA PRASEKOLAH YANG MENGIKUTI DAN TIDAK MENGIKUTI PENDIDIKAN ANAK USIA DINI

Background: Social and emotional development of young children is affected by many stimulating factors, and one of those factors is early childhood education however, not all preschool children have the opportunity to attend early childhood education. This study was aimed at comparing children’s social and emotional development of those who attend and do not attend early childhood education. Method: This comparative study was carried out using cross sectional approach among 72 participants divided into 2 groups: 36 participants who attend early childhood education and 36 participants who do not attend early childhood education. Consecutive sampling technique was applied to select samples. Results: Non-parametric statistical test employed was Mann Whitney test, whose comparison value of children attending and not attending early childhood education was Pvalue 0.000; the emotional comparison value was Pvalue 0.040, so it can be concluded that there were differences in social and emotional development between children who attend early childhood education and those who do not attend early childhood education. Conclusion: Early childhood education can help stimulate development on children. Parents should pay more attention to their children’s social and emotional development, whereas if parents cannot be the medium to support children’s social and emotional development, they should engage their children to early childhood education.

DYSFUNCTIONS IN THE SOCIO EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF INFANTS AND ITS RELATED FACTORS: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW

ABSTRACT Objective: to synthesize factors related to dysfunctions in the socioemotional development of infants. Method: integrative review carried out between April and August 2016 with defined criteria for inclusion and exclusion of studies, search strategies, extraction and synthesis of data. The exposure factors underwent categorical thematic analysis and systematization according to the levels of the context (Microsystem, Mesosystem, Exosystem and Macrosystem) of the Bioecological Model of Human Development. Results: in the context of the Microsystem and Mesosystem, the factors found were: limitations in care; adversities in family relationships and in the social support and illness situation of the caregivers that influence the proximal processes. In the Exosystem and the Macrosystem, they were: social vulnerabilities of caregivers and fragilities of public policies that determine the material and social conditions of the family. Conclusion: the synthesis of evidence on exposure factors favors the construction of measurement scales of the contextual elements related to the social emotional development of young children. Beyond the milestones, present or not, in the evaluation of a child, these technologies can be predictive, with great potential of anticipation of the factors of exposure and prevention of developmental dysfunctions.

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Self-esteem and Emotional Development of Young Children in Connection with Mothers’ Parental Attitudes

Abstract The aim of the present study is to examine the quality of mothers’ parental attitudes in connection with the emotional development and self-esteem of their three-year-old children. The results show that young children's self-esteem has a negative correlation with the ability to recognise emotions and does not correlate with the ability to understand the causes of emotions. These aspects of emotional development are connected with differing mother's parental attitudes. The highest level of recognising emotions is developed when a mother has attitudes of power, intrusion, and a dependent child. In such relationships a child has to develop a high ability to recognise emotions to adapt better to the mother's demands and pressure. In relationship with authority, the young child of an intrusive mother can develop the ability to read the emotional states of others accurately as a coping strategy, but at the high price of healthy self-esteem. On the contrary, the mother's democratic attitudes affect the high level of self-esteem, the high level of understanding the causes of emotions, and the average level of recognising emotions.