Discussion:
Infancy and Developmental Milestones
Reference:
Boyd, D. & Bee, H. (2006). Lifespan development (4th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson/Allyn Bacon.
1. What are the major milestones related to the physical development in infancy? Briefly describe these milestones. How are motor, sensory, and perceptual skills developed in infancy?
2. What are the major milestones related to the cognitive development in infancy? Briefly describe these milestones. What role does Piaget's Cognitive Development Theory play in understanding the cognitive development of infants?
3. What are the major milestones related to the socioemotional development in infancy? Briefly describe these milestones. How do social contexts affect the development of an infant? Provide an example in your response.