Developmental Psychology

Toddler Development (1 to 3 Years)

Toddler Development (1 to 3 Years)

Characterized by increasing physical mobility and the emergence of independent autonomy.

Developmental Tasks

  • Development of parallel play.
  • Rapid language acquisition.
  • Toilet training readiness.
  • Testing boundaries and negative behavior (negativism).

Nursing Interventions

  • Utilize distraction techniques during procedures.
  • Maintain consistent routines to provide security.
  • Advise on child-proofing the home environment.
  • Assess for safety hazards like ingestion risks.

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