Why do you think it is important for social workers to understand cognitive and socioemotional development? Describe one or two scenarios when, as a social worker, it would be helpful to explain these stages of development to caregivers.

Journal Reflection 4

Answer all 3 parts of the question for full credit.

(1) In your own words briefly describe Piaget’s stages of cognitive development and Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development.

(2) Why do you think it is important for social workers to understand cognitive and socioemotional development?

(3) Describe one or two scenarios when, as a social worker, it would be helpful to explain these stages of development to caregivers.