FED 321 Chapter 2

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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?

What do you think the previous statement means?

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.

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

Discussion Question for this week:

Does Prenatal Stimulation Augment Children's Cognitive Development?

Discussion Question for this week:

Does Prenatal Stimulation Augment Children's Cognitive Development?

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.

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.

Fetal Alcohol System

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

So what did you learn about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.