Based on What We Know on Sensitive Periods in Development

question 8

Multiple Choice

Based on what we know on sensitive periods in development, which of the following is true:

• A)Sensitive period disruptions from deprivation can be fully reversed
• B)Only sensorimotor development is adversely affected by sensitive period disruptions
• C)Social isolation during sensitive periods can cause alterations in white matter volume
• D)Children with language deficits during sensitive periods spontaneously recover in their abilities in adulthood

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