childhood vocab

2. A temporary return to earlier, less mature behaviors or ways of coping in response to stress or emotional distress.
4. A defense mechanism where a child unconsciously pushes distressing or unwanted thoughts, memories, or emotions out of conscious awareness.
7. illness A long-lasting medical condition that persists over time and may require ongoing medical management and care for a child.
11. Events, circumstances, or factors that cause stress in a child's life.
13. Dealing with emotions or difficult situations by focusing on logic and analysis.
15. stressor Environmental or external factors that contribute to stress in a child, such as school demands, peer pressure, or family conflicts.
17. Insufficient or inadequate sensory input or stimulation that can result in boredom or lack of engagement for a child.
18. Feelings of pressure or strain experienced by a child in response to challenging or demanding situations.
19. A situation or event that poses a threat or challenge to a child's well-being, requiring immediate attention and resolution.
20. A defense mechanism where a child attributes their own thoughts,feelings,or characteristics onto others.
21. formation A defense mechanism where a child behaves in a manner that is the opposite of their true feelings or desires.

1. A defense mechanism where a child redirects their emotions or impulses from the original target to a safer or more acceptable target.
3. Excessive or overwhelming sensory input or stimulation that can be stressful for a child, leading to feelings of being overwhelmed or anxious.
5. A defense mechanism where a child downplays or diminishes the significance of their own experiences or emotions.
6. The state of being susceptible to harm or negative outcomes, often due to factors such as age, developmental stage, or lack of protective factors.
8. A defense mechanism where a child justifies or provides logical explanations for their thoughts, feelings, or behavior
9. A defense mechanism where a child seeks to excel in one area to make up for perceived shortcomings or deficiencies in another area.
10. composition The structure and makeup of a child's family, including the number of parents, siblings, and other family members.
12. To make something clear or evident, or to show or demonstrate something.
14. stressor Thoughts, emotions, or internal factors that contribute to stress in a child, such as self-doubt, anxiety, or negative self-perception.
16. A state of financial deprivation or lack of resources that can impact a child's access to basic needs, opportunities, and well-being.