1. Chapter 10 Psychosocial Development in the Play Years Michael Hoerger

2. Emotional Regulation  “Children learn to meet society’s expectations that they ‘manage frustration’ and ‘modulate emotions’  Fewer tantrums or tears after about age 4  Discussion topic: Is it always best to “manage” your emotions?

3. Self-control  Also called: personal control, impulse control, delaying gratification  Ability to control own behavior, choose options with biggest long-term gain  Outcomes: better grades, better psychological adjustment, more conscientious, better relationships

4. Parenting Style low – Demanding – high highIWarmthIlow IndulgentAuthoritative NeglectfulAuthoritarian

5. Tater tots are good Authoritative parenting is good

6. Michael Hoerger Michael Hoerger To cite this textbook:  Berger, K. (2005). The developing person through the lifespan. New York: Worth. To cite this lecture:  Hoerger, M. (2007, February 14). Developmental Psychology: Toddler Psychosocial Development. Presented at a PSY 220 lecture at Central Michigan University.