Exam 2: Principles of Growth and Development

A fundamental principle to remember when evaluating a child's developmental progress is that ____________________, not ____________________ is most important to consider.

Match each term with the correct definition. -Motor development that progresses from arm to wrist to finger control

Cephalocaudal development advances from head to toe.

An infant has more brain cells than his mother or father.

Each new developmental skill is built on previously learned skills and experiences.

Regression is a form of developmental delay.

Briefly describe the prelinguistic phase of language development.

Reflexive movements can be intentionally controlled by the individual.

The term "development" refers to an increase in ____________________.

Growth is ____.

Cognitive development depends ____.

Match each term with the correct definition. -Learning to babble, utter words, and finally speak in sentences

Match each term with the correct definition. -Pays no attention to the barking dog

Development is ____.

Premature infants are at increased risk for developmental problems.

The term ____________________ refers to development that is incomplete or inconsistent with normal patterns and sequences.

What purpose do reflexive behaviors serve in the newborn?

The terms "growth" and "development" are interchangeable.

The ability to identify, process, organize, and use information is called _______________________.

Personal-social relationships are most likely to develop through ____.