INSTRUCTIONS:
Description: In this discussion you will review the socioemotional development that occurs during the middle childhood years. You will analyze the impact of social media and peers on development during this period. You will also reflect on your personal experiences and provide recommendations for parents and school officials that live and work with this age group. Answer the following question .... Be sure to address each of the following in your discussion post: Fifty years from now, will the family unit be weaker or stronger than it is today? What research and trends are you using for a scholarly basis of your opinion? Describe how peers and the media can influence socioemotional development? Describe how peers and the media can influence family relationships? What is your opinion of the current trends relating to social media and relationships? Reflect back on your middle childhood years; what are examples of experiences that led to feelings of competence and self-assurance? What are examples of experiences that led to feelings of inferiority or self-doubt? Based on these personal experiences and the influence of social media what recommendations do you have for parents and school officials?