LO3: Understand influences on human development

Question 1

What are the signs of somebody not developing?

Answer 1

Failure to thrive
Unexplained injuries
Signs of neglect or abuse
Changes in behaviour

Question 2

Why do HSC workers need to respond to concerns over lack of development?

Answer 2

They have a duty of care
To support the individual
To investigate the concern
To obtain or provide information
To reassure carers/family/friends
To provide care or treatment
To prevent neglect or abuse

Question 3

What is the nature argument in relation to development?

Answer 3

An individual’s development and behaviour are the result of inherited characteristics they were born with

Question 4

Give an example of an inherited characteristic

Answer 4

Eye colour
Hair colour
Height

Question 5

Give 3 examples of a genetic conditions that can affect development

Answer 5

Cystic Fibrosis
Down’s Syndrome
Sickle Cell Anaemia

Question 6

What is the nurture argument in relation to development?

Answer 6

An individual’s development and behaviour are the result external influences from the environment

Question 7

What are the the environmental factors that can influence development?

Answer 7

Lifestyle and health
Education
Employment
Socio-economic (money)
Relationships/family/friends
Culture
Physical environment

Question 8

Name some lifestyle decisions that can influence development

Answer 8

Smoking
Alcohol
Drugs
Exercise
Eating healthy foods