Exam 8: Physical Development in the Preschool Years

Females' language development proceeds at a faster rate in comparison to males' language development, because females use __________ for this task.

Describe the developmental progression of art during the preschool period.

Define child abuse and psychological maltreatment, and identify the factors that contribute to each.

Although being sick is unpleasant, it may have some unexpected benefits as well. Which of the following is a benefit to being ill?

The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests that toilet training should be put off until the child shows signs of readiness. Which of the following is a sign of readiness?

Patrick has lost his chubby baby look. His stomach is flat and the size of his head in relation to his body has become more adult-like. Patrick is likely __________ years of age.

On average, during the preschool years, boys start becoming __________ and __________ than girls.

James is a resilient school-age child who has overcome significant stress and trauma during his childhood. Which of the following might describe James?

Between 1½ and 2 years of age, there is an increased level of brain activity. This spurt in brain electrical activity is likely due to __________ development.

Approximately __________ percent of children are right-handed, whereas __________ percent of children are left-handed.

Which of the following is the greatest threat to wellness in preschool children?

Ruby can make a running jump of 34 inches and can hop a distance of 16 feet. According to the timeline of gross motor skills in early childhood, how old is Ruby?

Night terrors occur in __________ of children.

Intense physiological arousals that cause a child to wake up in a severe state of panic are __________.

Although minor illnesses may be somewhat distressing, they also bring benefits, including __________.

What changes in the brain do children experience in the preschool years?

Your virtual child has now entered the preschool age of development. What have you noticed in regard to physical development? Have you seen a change in body structure and shape? What about the areas of balance and coordination? Describe the changes you have observed in motor development, sensory development, and body shape and structure.

Gavin is a 5-year-old boy. The greatest threat to Gavin's health and wellness comes from __________.

Males tend to show greater lateralization of language in the __________.

In the United States people feel that it is up to the family to provide for its own; however, in other cultures childrearing is regarded as a __________.