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What Is Piaget's Theory Of Infant Development

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Growth and Development of an Infant
Introduction
Growth and development of an infant occur in an orderly and predictable manner that can be determined intrinsically. The essence of healthy eating cannot be overstated. It is crucial for the health and well-being of an infant during growth and development. Physical activity is also essential for a developing child in reducing the risk of lifestyle diseases and also for muscular and bone development. This essay addresses different questions about infant growth and development and also language development.
Eating Habits of Infants Contributing to Obesity and Importance of Breast Feeding
Obesity in infants does not happen overnight. It develops gradually over time as a result of poor eating habits of the infants. In fact, childhood obesity can be a reliable indicator of the weight-related health problems in the later life in our country. One way bad eating habits can contribute to obesity is by eating large amounts of processed foods that are high in fat and sugar. Another way poor eating habit can result in obesity is by eating large …show more content…

It includes thoughts, judgment, and knowledge. The theory explains four stages of intellectual (or cognitive) development. The first stage is a sensorimotor stage which occurs from birth to the ages of 18-24 months. During this stage, the infants are only aware of what is immediately in front of them. They focus on what they can see, what they are doing and physical interactions with the immediate environment. The second stage of the theory is the preoperational stage which occurs 18-24 months through early childhood(age 7). At this stage the child can think about things symbolically. They can use language more maturely. They develop memory and imagination allowing them to understand the difference between past and

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