nature: biological Flashcards
physical traits: some are linked to genetic inheritance
height, physical strength, face shape, eye colour
medical conditions: most are linked to genetic inheritance
diabetes, asthma, sickle cell anaemia
learning disabilities: most likely as a result of genetic inheritance
Autistic spectrum conditions, dyslexia
disabilities: some are linked to genetic inheritance, whilst others may occur during pregnancy and birth
deafness, sight problems, cerebral palsy, spina bifida
personality and temperament
shyness, curiosity, outgoing
pregnancy and birth: how healthy a mother is during pregnancy can affect a child’s development
German measles, fetal alcohol syndrome, spina bifida, developmental issues