Question 1

Over 80% of all abuse and neglect is committed by the child's ________.

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Question 2

Your sister tells you that her son, who is 3, is "driving her crazy" with his eating habits. From Chapter 7, what could you tell her about the nutrition needs of your nephew, and how can she handle a "picky eater" at his age?

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Question 3

Explain experience-expectant and experience-dependent development. In your explanation, be sure to include the role of synaptic pruning and synaptic growth, as well as the role of stimulation for the development of the young brain.

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Question 4

Describe the development of the four lobes of the brain, including which lobe develops first and which develops last. Include the main function of each lobe.

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Question 5

What patterns are seen in young children's gross and fine motor development? What factors are important to facilitate motor development?

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Question 6

Describe cerebral palsy. How is it caused? Can it be cured?

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Question 7

Jacques and Madeleine are parents of a 2-year-old. What are some of the most important things they can do to ensure the health and safety of their child?

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Question 8

Describe the four main types of maltreatment. Why do you think rates of maltreatment are highest for children under 1? The graph in your textbook shows the highest reported rates among Native Americans and African Americans. Give two reasons why these ethnic differences may occur. Be sure to keep in mind that not all maltreatment is reported.

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Question 9

What are the effects of physical abuse and neglect on children's development? Describe three characteristics of a typical abusive family.

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Question 10

After watching the video "Audrey and Mom," review page 211 in your textbook and discuss all the ways Mom stimulated Audrey and provided an enriched environment.

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Question 11

After watching the video "Piano Lessons and Development," discuss how playing the piano improved spatial reasoning test scores by 46%.

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Question 12

After watching the video "Child Sexual Abuse," discuss how the abuse experienced as a child has impacted Melanie as a young adult.

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Quiz 7: Physical Development in Early Childhood