Exam 5: The First Two Years: Biosocial Development

A(n) _____ is the intersection where the axon of one neuron meets the dendrites of other neurons.

An example of a fine motor skill is transferring an object from one hand to the other.

On average, children begin to walk well at approximately _____ of age.

Muscle strength, _______, and practice interact to help toddlers learn to walk.

An abusive caregiver shakes an infant to get her to stop crying. The infant stops crying. Why?

The process of brain development that involves the atrophy and death of connections that are not being used is called "_____."

At birth, the human brain can be characterized as having _____ of neurons.

The signs of REM sleep include flickering of the infant's _____.

The typical newborn sleeps about 15 to 17 hours out of 24.

Internationally, the earliest walkers tend to be in the continent of ______, where many well-nourished and healthy babies walk at 10 months.

A dozing, half-awake newborn is experiencing _____ sleep.

Sensation begins when an outer sense organ detects an incoming stimulus.

Large movements that coordinate many parts of the body are known as "_____ motor skills."

In terms of visual acuity, newborns _____.

In addition to cultural influences, what is a compelling reason that causes parents to choose to co-sleep with their infant? ____

The areas at the very front of the cortex _____.

Recognition of diverse faces improves with early exposure.

In order for sensation to occur, one must be able to understand and comprehend the incoming stimuli.

By _____ months of age, around 50 percent of babies can usually sit up unsupported.

The ____ has two halves and four lobes.