Explain How the Environment of Traditional Newborn Intensive Care Units

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Essay

Explain how the environment of traditional Newborn Intensive Care Units (NICUs) might influence preterm babies' developmental prognosis. What changes to this environment might be beneficial to preterm babies?

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Definitions:

Dyad

A social group consisting of exactly two individuals, often used to study interpersonal relationships and interactions.

Asch's Studies

Research conducted by Solomon Asch, primarily known for his experiments on conformity, demonstrating how individuals yielded to or defied a majority group.

Risky Shift

A phenomenon where groups tend to make riskier decisions than individuals would on their own, often due to diffused responsibility and group dynamics.

Not Me Syndrome

The tendency of individuals to deny their own negative traits and behaviors while easily recognizing them in others.