Factors that influence child development

Have a little read: ... Factors that influence development There are a lot of factors which effect a child's development some of these are: * Family structure * Housing * Sibling rivalry Family Structure There are many reasons why children live in a range of family structures. Some of these structures are: * Nuclear family * Extended family * Lone-parent family * Reconstituted family Nuclear Family This family is usually classed as "normal." This usually consists of parents and children. Parents are usually the primary carers. Katie lives in this type of family she has two older brothers and two older sisters. She has a lot of role models living with her and also people she can depend on and learn from. Extended family This is where relatives live with the family. The relatives living with the family would help care for the child. The child would develop a strong relationship with a lot of members of the family it also has a strong sense of security. Lone-parent family The child lives with only one parent some reasons for this maybe * One parent has died * Parents separated * Single parent by choice * Teenage pregnancy The effect this will have on the child is that the child may not get enough attention because the parent might be working or for some other reason. Reconstituted family This happens when either a widowed or divorced parent remarries thus adding step brothers and sisters into the equation. This is often confusing for the child and an outsider. The break-up of a family does affect the child. Housing If there is lack of space you are unable to have personal space which increases tension, If the house is damp or dirty this will affect your child's health it can lead to respiratory problems. Of if you do not have access to a garden or a public play area this can lead to lack of physical skills, lack of opportunities to make friends and socialise Sibling rivalry If a new baby arrives an older brother or sister is likely to feel jealous. They may feel they have to compete for attention. The child will feel left out. In katies house she shares a room with her older sister niamh who is 18 this causes a lot of tension and sibling rivalry. Making Katie angry and the only way she knows to express her anger is to hit people. Although the house is a bit crowded it is warm and clean. Nutrition Another factor is nutrition this is essential for a child to grow. There are different