Overview

As you have been reading, there are multiple aspects of development in the early years, including cognitive, emotional, social, and the development of a sense of self. What are the risk factors in a baby’s life that impede healthy emotional development? How do different parenting styles affect a child’s development of a sense of self? For this assignment, you will analyze a case study that deals with the early childhood stage of development, applying course concepts you have learned.

Preparation

· If you haven’t done so, choose one of the following case studies from your Broderick and Blewitt text. Each case study includes a set of questions that can guide your analysis of the pertinent issues for the particular case.

· Angela and Adam, page 169.

· Dawn, page 205.

· If you didn’t finish your research last week, use the 

Capella University LibraryLinks to an external site.
 to find peer-reviewed articles. If you are unfamiliar with the library, the “Finding Articles” section of the 

Master’s in Psychology Research GuideLinks to an external site.
 is a great place to start your search. You must include at least five properly cited resources.

· Refer to the 

Week 4 Assignment Example [PDF]
 for an idea of what a Proficient or higher rating on the rubric would look like.

Instructions

The case study analysis should be a maximum of six pages in length, including the introduction and conclusion, each of which should be approximately one half-page in length. The body of the paper should not exceed five pages.

Organize your assignment as follows, including headings for each section:

·
Title Page.

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Introduction: Include an overview of the contents, with a brief summary and background information on the case study.

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Case Study Analysis:

· Presenting Challenge: Explain the presenting challenge or challenges and primary issue or issues.

· Lifespan Theory: Analyze lifespan development theories to determine the most appropriate theory or theories to apply to the case study.

· Intervention Process: Apply the appropriate lifespan development theory to support an identified intervention process.

· Individual and Cultural Differences: Describe the potential impact of individual and cultural differences on development for the current age and context described in the case study.

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Conclusion: A conclusion that summarizes the case study context, challenges, and interventions.

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References: Cite a minimum of five current peer-reviewed articles, as well as your course text, to support your assertions.