If a young adult rolls her eyes and runs upstairs after a parent says no is that considered socio-emotional?

Question

I am trying to see if rolling your eyes and running upstairs after a parent tell you know is socioemotional or cognitive maybe it neither?

Answer 1

Hi Celeste,

 

I'm not familiar with using the term socio-emotional to describe a behavior.  The common usage of the term is related to a theory called socio-emotional development.

 

The behavior you're describing seems rather emotionally charged, not cognitive at all.  It also displays an issue with the young adult's socio-emotional development.  A typical young adult has matured enough to handle rejection better, wouldn't you agree?

 

I hope that helps.

 

Paul L.