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Discuss factors that influence personality development in young children

Discuss factors that influence personality development in young children.

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Esther
a) Heredity

Heredity is something that is passed from generation to generation. It is as a result of genetic transfer from parents to children. Some skills and traits are passed from parents to children.



b) Biological Factors

The endocrine glands like thyroid, parathyroid, pituitary gland, adrenal gland, gonads etc. will affect personality of a child. This ability enables him to mould the social environment according to his requirements.

c)Nervous System

Nature of nervous system also affects personality development of a child.

d) Family

Another factor that influences the personality development of a child is his family. Parent’s behavior and attitude, their expectations from the child, their education and attention to the child, influences the child’s personality.The type of experiences received from family in early childhood will play an important role in the development of personality.

e) School

School atmosphere and discipline affects personality development of a child. Teacher’s personality and character, peer students attitude and character all influences development of a child's personality.

Estrellah W answered the question on June 4, 2019 at 03:32

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