Chapter 2: Biological Beginnings Flashcards
natural selection
think about adaptation and growth as a species
-the more you adapt to the environment, the more likely the species is to grow and evolve in the future
how is evolutionary psychology and development connected?
evolutionary principles help explain the origin of how the mind functions and human development in general
what are genes?
short segments of DNA molecules
behavior genetic?
the study of influence of heredity and environment on individual differences in human traits and development
types of heredity-environment correlations?
-passive genotype-environment
-evocative genotype environment
-active genotype environment
what is the epigenetic view?
development is the results of ongoing, bidirectional interchange between heredity and environment
genes give you (BLANK) and your environment determines your (BLANK)
potential, range/spot!
pregnancy lasts how many weeks?
38
what are the 3 periods/stages in pregnancy?
germinal period, embryonic period and the fetal period
what is a teratogen?
(in relation to hazards of prenatal development)
any agent that potentially can cause a birth defect or negatively alter cognitive and behavior outcomes
what is neurogenesis?
production of neurons
TRUE or FALSE: infants who are born early have increased health problems
true!
why is kangaroo care important?
it’s skin to skin connect!
stabilizes heart rate and baby body temperature, breathing, promotes breastfeeding, increases sleeping patterns
why is the postpartum period important?
the mother could fall into a depressive state!
could cause loss of energy and sleep, hormone imbalance, interactions with her baby
what are some ways you can help your partner in the postpartum period?
medication, therapy, regular exercise, partner support
