How Children Develop Study Set 4

In regard to genetic influence on individual differences over time, the degree of genetic influence typically

Which field of study demonstrates the interaction of nature and nurture on developmental processes?

The adorable nature of babies in their appearance and their coos and smiles is a particularly good example of which process?

Which statement describes a key component of the importance of children eliciting reactions from other people?

An example of a biological change mechanism is

Which statement is supported by child psychological research?

What biological change mechanism involves formation of synapses between the ends of axons and the beginnings of dendrites that allow neurotransmitters to transmit signals from neuron to neuron?

Which aspect of nature does not reveal itself completely at birth?

An example of a behavioural change mechanism is

Whether one primarily sees continuities or discontinuities in development is, to a great deal, dependent on which factor?

Sensitive periods occur in which domains of development?

Which statement BEST summarizes the relationship between nature and nurture and their effect on child development?

Based on theories and research in child development, which statement is NOT good advice for educators?

Which assertion is TRUE of prenatal development?

Which statement about who children imitate is TRUE?

Mark was generally a shy toddler. Based on the continuity of personality characteristics, it can be expected that Mark will be _____ as an adult.

Which statement does NOT present an example of the importance of timing on the relation between nature and nurture?

Samantha is now in early adulthood and was recently diagnosed with schizophrenia. What does this tell us about nature and nurture?

An example of children's active interpretation of their experiences is

The association between parental involvement in school and academic achievement is