Life at 5: Resilience

The Life at 5 Series Includes : Life at 5: Resilience | Life at 5: Great Expectations
| Life at 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9: A Longitudinal Study in Child Development


The story of a child’s development is written most poignantly in his or her ability to bounce back after pain and trauma. From outward, observable behavior to the mysterious inner world of epigenetics, this program examines the coping mechanisms of 5-year-olds in highly varied contexts and surroundings. Aside from catastrophe or a loved one’s death, parental separation is the most traumatic experience for any child, and, unfortunately, that topic applies to several youngsters here, including Daniel, LouLou, and Wyatt. But Shine has a different tale to tell—about her parents’ astonishing rebound from the economic abyss. Is their resilience mirrored in her own development? And does Joshua’s burgeoning physical prowess signal the most effective way to overcome stress? Part of the series Life at 1, 3, 5, and 7: A Longitudinal Study in Childhood Development. (52 minutes)

Length: 53 minutes

ORDER CODE: 43957

Copyright date: ©2010

Contents

Introduction to the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children. (02:22)

Now 5 years-old, 11 children in a longitudinal study are back for the next step in the study. They are coping with the many challenges of modern children: parents divorcing, new siblings, illness, and the stress of starting school.

Understanding Childhood Resilience (01:27)

Scientists search for the hidden key to children who cope with the stresses and strains of life.

Daniel: Coping with Loss (03:49)

After the funeral of his brother Jamie, Daniel starts to show signs of fear and anxiety.Two years later Daniel seems to be coping but will once again be challenged by the separation of his parents.

Loulou (03:49)

Loulou is described as a resilient child who has coped with many stresses. Louise and Shannon divorce and plan to raise Loulou separately. They fight constantly.

Loulou's Resilience is Boosted (03:01)

Loulou's parents master consistency in her life to help her cope with the changes of divorce. Family law reforms reveal that one-third of separated fathers have conflict with former partners.

Parental Conflict & Keys to Resilience (02:35)

Parents discuss the effects of conflict while raising children in single parent households. Diet, stress and nurturing behavior affect a child's ability to cope with hardship.

Joshua: Resilience & Touch (03:47)

Joshua's parents discuss how he copes in the world. For his 5th birthday, his parents invite 15 friends to the local martial arts school. Joshua was a late starter who has always had a close physical relationship with family.

Adaptability (04:11)

Child psychologists say adaptability is an important social skill that helps to build resilience. Researchers observe how children manage their disappointment in an experiment.

Resilient and Adaptable (01:28)

Behavioral psychologists believe that learning to negotiate a positive rather than a negative response to difficult circumstances marks a Cognitive milestone in a child's development. Parents discuss their individual child's behavior.

Daniel: The Stealing Effect (05:07)

Daniel's mother Kath is pregnant and his parents plan to divorce. Kath is visually impaired. As they start over, Daniel must be his mother's eyes. Daniel demonstrates remarkable adaptability. Researchers say some exposure to challenge can enhance one's ability to cope with stresses.

Wyatt: Step Family (06:00)

Wyatt's parents struggle to make ends meet and finally decide to separate. Wyatt's time is split between his parents. When his mother moves in with her boyfriend, Wyatt seems to adjust well. Experts agree that personality is a factor in overcoming adversity/

Self Discipline: Don't Eat the Marshmallow (03:44)

The children in the Longitudinal Study of Australian Children are observed while they are faced with a serious dilemma. Children find ways to resist and distract themselves as they take part in a study on self-discipline

Shine: 4 Years of Hardship (03:48)

Shine's parent's Shine discuss her personality; they believe she is resilient. She has 4 half-siblings and she is her parents' first child together. Her father is meeting his biological mother for the first time today. The family has undergone many challenging changes.

Shine: Nurturing (02:53)

A key determinant to resilience is measured by the constant reassurance and nurturing that Michelle and Allen give Shine. Michelle and Allen display autonomy; they are able to turn the family's situation around, giving Shine a significant advantage.

Daniel: New Baby (02:13)

Daniel's baby sister was born in a car, in Daniel's presence. The new baby could pose an additional challenge for Daniel. Daniel is affectionate with his new sister.

Closing Remarks and Credits: Life at 5: Resilience (01:46)

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