Identification should include
- stable relationships with partner/spouse
- responsibility of caregiving roles
- access to resources (e.g., early childhood education, adult day services)
- attention to caregiving responsibilities
- identification and reporting of neglect, abuse, or exploitation.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What qualities should parents expect from a childcare center using developmentally appropriate practices?
- How can parents encourage self-control and self-discipline in their children?
- What promotes bonding? Why is bonding important?
Communication
- How can parents help their children learn language?
- How can parents help their children interact with other children?
Leadership
- How can parents model calmness, problem solving, and willingness to compromise to their children?
- What discipline strategies should parents use to reinforce positive behaviors?
- How can parents screen media content for violence?
Management
- What management skills do parents need so that they can promptly attend to children’s physical, intellectual, social, and emotional needs?
- What developmental characteristics indicate a toddler is ready for toilet training?
- How can parents promote good eating habits with their children?