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Developmental Psych
Ch 10-Emotional
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Psychology
Undergraduate 2
11/09/2008

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discrete emotions theory
Definition
Tomkins and Izard, emotions are separate and discrete from one another and each one has corresponding body and facial motions
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functionalist approach
Definition
Campos, basic function of emotions is to promote action to achieve goals, emotions are not discrete and can vary based on sitch
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social smiles
Definition
smiles that are directed at people and emerge around 6 or 7 weeks of age
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self-conscious emotions
Definition
emotions like guilt or shame
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social competence
Definition
the ability to achieve personal goals in social interactions while simultaneously maintaining positive relationships with others
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fearful distress
Definition
distress and withdrawal in new situations
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irritable distress
Definition
fussiness and anger when child does not get his own way
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positive affect
Definition
smiling and laughter, cooperation and manageability
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rhythmicity
Definition
the regularity and predictability of a child's bodily functions
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display rules
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a social groups rules about where and when it is appropriate to display certain kinds of emotions and where and when these emotions should be masked by other emotions
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