Development of the child’s sense of self, including Theory of Mind

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  • Created on: 28-05-17 12:50

Development of the child’s sense of self, including Theory of Mind

·        9-12 Months- Relationship between actions and reactions and what effect they have.

·        15-18 Months- Begins to recognise that it is physically different to others, recognise themselves.

·        2-6 Years- Realise that they are in full control of their physically and cognitive achievements. No egocentrism at this point.

·        6-9 Years- Regard themselves how others think of them and the concept of self esteem is developed.

·        10-13 Years- Able to use their own opinions for evaluation on issues and use their conscience to decide if their behaviour and others’ behaviour is acceptable in society.

·        13-17 Years- Develops principles and values. Recognise the broader impact to society.

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·        When placing a dot on a child’s nose and putting them in front of a mirror, those children who have a developed sense of self, the majority of whom are 21-24 months, will touch their nose from what they see in the mirror.

·        More likely to recognise themselves from moving film than photographs-> need for movement cues. Self awareness from photo begins at

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