This week in sociology, we learned how important it is to be nurtured at a very young age by your parents. Nature is also a main factor in childhood development too. But you need both to developmentally be your best. On Oprah, we saw how a young girl, Janie lived in her room filled with bacteria and mold without her parents love. It was eye opening to see how people actually treat their kids like that. She was naturally developing, but without any nurturing, her brain couldn't develop like a young girl her age. She needed that love and touch that she was thriving so much. Finally, she got adopted at nine years old. At the time she was like a 6 month year old screaming, not talking, wearing diapers and being held. She never had a chance to grow up. As time went on and she was being nurtured, she learned how to say a few words and was potty trained! Although she came a long way, she couldn't make up for all the lost time she was missing. So she may never be able to have a brain as someone of her age.
In my life, I can't really relate to this rare story. I have been very fortunate with my family. We are all very close and I can't imagine my life without them.
I agree with you! Without my family I'd be very lost.
ReplyDeleteThe story of the girl on Oprah was crazy. Its so interesting to see how we would have turned out without any socialization. Although this was a terrible story and her mother must have been out of her mind, her story is a great example of a life without social contact.
ReplyDeleteIt's scary to see just how much we are affected by our families. Maybe Morrie was right: " we must love each other or die."
ReplyDeleteYes scary and sad. But in your life you can relate by realizing all the socialization that you received from your parents.
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