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Friday, October 18, 2013

Being in tune with your infant/toddler- brain development

Early warning signs that your infant/toddler may have some challenges
How does your infant/toddler handle problems when they arise(eg retrieving a dropped  toy, get around obstacles)

You should no the following with your child
Is your infant/toddler able to focus on an activity or pay attention for as long as other children the same age?
Does she avoid making eye contact with others?
Does she gets really frustrated when trying to do simple tasks ?
Does she usually acts out?
Does she acts extremely shy or withdrawn?
Does she displays violent behavior(eg tantrums, screaming, fighting, or hitting other children ) on a regular  basis ?
Often bangs head against an object, floor or wall?


Understanding how the brain develops and being able to help your infant/toddler through the different stages will help her to socialize in a positive way.
(California Department of Education 1999a)

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