The windows of time during which environmental influences on development are enhanced are called ____.
A) sensitive periods
B) critical periods
C) crucial periods
D) necessary periods

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Sensitive periods refer to the specific windows of time during which environmental influences on development are heightened. Critical periods are a type of sensitive period that refers to a specific time frame during which certain experiences are necessary for normal development. Crucial periods and necessary periods are not commonly used terms in developmental psychology.

The Windows of Time During Which Environmental Influences on Development