Children Are Prepared for a Greater Sharing of Social Power

question 39

Short Answer

Children are prepared for a greater sharing of social power during middle childhood due to their advances in cognitive development. Thus, <keyterm id="ch07term2" role="strong" preference="0">parent-child ___________becomes a predominant aspect of appropriate child socialization during this developmental stage.

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Definitions:

Gender Roles

The behaviors, tasks, and responsibilities that a society considers appropriate for men, women, and other gender identities.

Gender Identity

A personal sense of self as a boy or girl.

Beliefs

Convictions or acceptances that something exists or is true, particularly with regard to facts or principles without absolute proof.

Affiliative Behavior

Actions aimed at creating or maintaining social bonds, including gestures of friendship, empathy, or cooperation.