The following requirements are mandatory for all papers. Points will be taken off if these minimum requirements are not met. Students must cite at least one reference, including their textbook. All of the assignments must be double-spaced (each line not just each paragraph), use 12-point font, preferably Times New-Roman, and use standard margins. Students must use APA format by using a cover page with name, date, course title, and section number. You must also include APA-formatted in-text citations where appropriate, and include an APA-formatted references page at the end.  This cover and references pages do not count toward the length of the assignment. Do not use excessive spacing between paragraphs or wide margins to fill the page.

 

 

Assignment 2: Self-Esteem and Emotional Control – Due Week 7

 

Review Chapters 10 & 11, the developing person, through childhood and adolescence, 10th edition , Kathleen Berger,  and answer the questions below.  Using examples from your own experience in childhood and/or as a parent, reflect and respond to the questions below in a paper 3-5 pages in length:

 

- How can adults help children develop self-esteem?

- How and when is it unwise to praise a child?

- How do caregiving and culture affect later emotional control?

- What are the advantages and disadvantages of physical punishment?

- Conclude with a summary of either your or your child’s self-esteem.