Exam 10: Physical Development in Middle Childhood

________ is a stress hormone that may be elevated in children who have been abused.

In which of the following groups does sexual abuse occur?

By age 6, the child's brain is 50% of its adult size.

When should children begin riding in front seats that have air bags?

What percentage of U.S. students is diagnosed with learning disorders?

Children tend to get progressively ________ exercise as they move from middle childhood through adolescence.

The rate of injuries in recent years can be due to

If Danny is an average-sized boy, he should be in a car booster seat until he is ________.

Regular exercise raises self-esteem.

ASD is referred to as a(n) ______________ because it can take forms that range from milder to more severe.

What are some of the symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder? What treatments are typically used? How does the treatment described in the video differ from conventional approaches?

Children with autism spectrum disorders

What causes brain circuits to become much more efficient in middle childhood?

Compared to several decades ago, children today are less likely to walk to school and more likely to be involved in sedentary activities.

Greater control over pencils, pens, and paintbrushes is an example of improved _____ control.

Maria is 11 years old and just started fifth grade. She is an excellent writer, enjoys music, and due to cerebral palsy, uses a wheelchair to get from place to place. Which aspect of her development qualifies her as a child with exceptional needs?

What age group is child sexual abuse most common in?

Megan suffered from sexual abuse throughout her childhood. Which of the following is she least likely to experience?

Although the exact cause of ASDs is unknown, they have been linked to

There are approximately ___________ sports-related injuries per year.