Developmental Psychology: Newborn Characteristics

Question 1

Reflexes

Answer 1

A behavior that occurs automatically in response to a given stimulus.

Question 2

Rooting Reflex

Answer 2

A behavior where an infant automatically turns their head in the direction of stimuli applied to the cheek.

Question 3

Moro Reflex

Answer 3

A behavior where an infant reacts to abrupt movements of their heads by flinging out their arms, extending their fingers, bringing their arms back to their body essentially hugging themselves.

Question 4

Babinski Reflex

Answer 4

A behavior where an infant’s toes automatically spread apart when the soles of their feet are stimulated

Question 5

Grasping Reflex

Answer 5

A behavior where an infant automatically close their fingers around objects placed in their hands.