Caregiver-infant Interactions Flashcards
1
Q
what is reciprocity
A
both caregiver and baby respond to each others signals and elicts a response from the other
2
Q
what are babies ‘alert phases’ and why do they use them
A
- where they signal that they are ready for a spell of interaction
3
Q
are babies passive or do they have an active involvement. Explain this
A
- babies take an active role
- both baby are caregiver initiate interactions
4
Q
what is interactional synchrony
A
caregiver and baby reflect both the actions and emotions of the other and do this in a cordinated way
5
Q
when does interactional synchrony begin
A
two weeks old
6
Q
why is interactional synchrony important
A
- it is believed that high levels of synchrony are associated with better quality mother-baby attachment
