Etapele dezvoltării comportamentului prosocial la copiii de vârstă școlară mică

Abstract

The proposed article explores the importance and evolution of prosocial behavior during middle childhood, focusing on the significant contributions of prestigious researchers: Albert Bandura, Carol Gilligan, Martin Hoffman, and Nancy Eisenberg. In this developmental stage, children face a series of social and emotional challenges, and educators play an essential role in guiding this process. By analyzing the theories and research of these experts, the article provides a comprehensive perspective on how children develop socioemotional skills and prosocial behaviors. Concepts such as social learning, gender perspectives, empathy, altruism, and emotional self-regulation are explored, highlighting their importance in shaping healthy prosocial behavior. The article also suggests ways to promote socioemotional development in educational environments, offering a useful guide for educators and parents to support children in developing a strong prosocial behavior during middle childhood.