Moro reflex
when startled, an infant throws his arms out, spreads his fingers, then grabs with his fingers and arms.
infancy
stage of life from birth to 1 year of age.
palmar reflex
when you place your finger in an infant’s palm, he will grasp it.
rooting reflex
when you touch a hungry infant’s cheek, he will turn his head toward the side touched.
sucking reflex
when you stroke a hungry infant’s lips, he will start sucking.
bonding
the sense that needs will be met.
trust vs. mistrust
concept developed from an orderly, predictable environment versus a disorderly, irregular environment.
scaffolding
building on what one already knows.
temperament
the infant’s reaction to his environment.
toddler phase
stage of life from 12-36 months.
preschool age
stage of life from 3-5 years.
school age
stage of life from 6-12 years.
adolescence
stage of life from 13-18 years.
early adulthood
stage of life from 19-40 years.
middle adulthood
stage of life from 41-60 years.
late adulthood
stage of life from 61 years and older.