In this article we will discuss about the nature of social development in a child. A new-born human child is neither a social not an unsocial being. He is a mere organism and as such possesses potentialities and mechanisms ready to function, at first in a very limited manner. But he is so constituted that he is dependent on someone [...]
The ultimate aim of effective social development in status-hood is the attainment of social maturity. A social mature adult shows a few important characteristics. He is able to adapt himself successfully to his fellowmen and to adapt is fellowmen to himself. It includes such behavioural forms as group compatibility, kindness and sympathy, fair play emotional adjustability, courtesy and politeness, dependability, [...]
This article throws light upon the four main stages in social development of a child. The stages are: 1. In the First Two Years 2. From Two to Six Years 3. From Six to Twelve Years 4. In Adolescence. Stage # 1. In the First Two Years: As said above, the baby becomes aware of adults around him at one [...]
