Chapter 5 Flashcards
1
Q
Reflexes
A
Genetically carried survival mechanisms
Allow newborns to respond to environment before learning
Eventually go away throughout life
2
Q
Gross motor skills
A
In Childhood
Improved walking,running,jumping, climbing, organization and sport skills
Adolescence and adulthood:
Physical performance peak @ 19-26
Biological functions decline after age 30
3
Q
Fine motor skills
A
More Finley turned movements Infancy: size & shape of objects Childhood: Crafts, musical instruments Handedness
