FED 321 Chapter 2

FED 321 Chapter 2
Biological factors influence all aspects of psychological life; in fact, some argue that biology and psychology are blended so it is imposible to separate them?
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FED 321 Chapter 2
Biological factors influence all aspects of psychological life; in fact, some argue that biology and psychology are blended so it is imposible to separate them?

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What do you think the previous statement means?

Slide 2 - Open question

The development of the human brain and central nervous system begins in the first weeks after gestation and involves a number intricate steps, each of which forms the foundation for future development and the increasing complexity of the central nervous system. Any deviation can lead to serious consequences.

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What kind of consequences could result from a deviation in normal develpment. Type your answer.

Slide 4 - Open question

Discussion Question for this week:
Does Prenatal Stimulation Augment Children's Cognitive Development?

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Discussion Question for this week:
Does Prenatal Stimulation Augment Children's Cognitive Development?

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Slide 7 - Video

Cerebral Cortex
the outer layer of the brain. It is responsible for consciousness and higher order thinking skills such as sensory perception, motor activity thought and language.

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Slide 9 - Video

Maturation of the Nervous System
The Myelination is the development fatty sheath that covers the nerve axons. This enables faster and more efficient electrical conduction between the neurons. Some outer layers of the cortex do not develop until 4-8 years old. This is in correlated cognitive abilities and learning.

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Fetal Alcohol System
Maternal alcohol can result in fetal alcohol, which is central nervous damage that can cause learning difficulties and even intellectual disabilities.

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Slide 12 - Video

So what did you learn about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

Slide 13 - Open question

Slide 14 - Video