Chapter 9 (cont.) - Lifespan Development Flashcards
1
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Germinal stage
A
1-2 weeks
2
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Conception
A
when sperm fertilizes an egg & forms a zygote
3
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Zygote
A
begins as a one-cell structure when sperm and egg merge
4
Q
Mitosis
A
cell-division
5
Q
Embryonic stage
A
3-8 weeks
6
Q
embryo
A
multi-cellular organism AFTER implantation on uterine lining
7
Q
Fetal stage
A
9-40 weeks
8
Q
embryo called “fetus” when?
A
9 weeks
9
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teratogen
A
environmental agent that causes damage to embryo
10
Q
secure base
A
parental presence that gives child sense of safety
11
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secure attachment
A
prefers parent over stranger
12
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avoidant attachment
A
does not use parent as security
13
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Resistant attachment
A
children appear to want attention but then reject it
14
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Disorganized attachment
A
freeze or try to run away from parent
15
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Authoritative style of parenting
A
parent sets limits, expresses warmth & affection
