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Eleven-Year-Old Shelby Is in Middle Childhood

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Eleven-year-old Shelby is in middle childhood.You overheard her saying that she was very unhappy.That really concerned you, until you remembered your human development class.Why are children in middle childhood unhappy or sad?


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Primary Emotions

Emotions that are present in humans and other animals, and emerge early in life; examples are joy, anger, sadness, fear, and disgust.

Interest

The feeling of wanting to learn more about something or to be involved in something; also refers to a charge for borrowing money.

Self-Conscious Emotions

Emotions that require self-awareness, especially consciousness and a sense of “me”; examples include jealousy, empathy, and embarrassment.

Cognitive Reversals

The ability to switch perspectives or understanding that actions can be undone mentally, an important part of cognitive development.

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