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Ages 5-7
Attention seeking- family support, positive family communication and non parent support can help children in this age group to feel loved and supported.
Seeking independence- Self-regulation and children as resources can help foster a child's need to seek independence.
Playing with peers- It helps for a child this age to have positive peer influence with their parent's close watch. Interpersonal competence can also assist in building friendships and learning self-control. -
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Ages 8-10
Demanding attention- Time at home, positive family communication and nonparent support can benefit the attention needs of children in this age group. Friends are more important that family- Interpersonal competence, child programs and creative activities can keep friends as a healthy part of their lives. Make excuses for behavior- Integrity, caring and equity can benefit a child in this age group. Resistance skills can also aid in decision making and knowing right from wrong. -
Ages 11-13
Seeking guidance from parents - Family support levels need to be high to successfully achieve this level of trust. Time at home and high quality interactions with parents is very important. Strong friendships - Planning and decision making skills and interpersonal competence are assets in this area. Develops Empathy - Interpersonal competence gained through the years evolves into the ability to show empathy for others. -
Ages 14-18
Quest into future - positive view of future self and personal power can aid an individual in this age group to reach their potential. Emotional control- Interpersonal competence, resistance skills and peaceful conflict resolution are all important assets in managing emotions. Risky, impulsive behavior - Can be prevented or aided by integrity, restraint, planning and decision making and resistance skills. These assets will be critical in good decision making and resisting peer pressure.