Characteristics of Infants and Children That Were Selected to Serve

question 60

True/False

Characteristics of infants and children that were selected to serve as preparations for adulthood are called ontogenetic adaptations.

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Definitions:

Nonshared Environmental Factors

Components of the environment that differ between siblings, contributing to their behavioral and developmental differences.

Shared Environmental Factors

Elements within an environment that individuals are exposed to similarly, influencing their development or behavior collectively.

Antisocial Behavior

involves actions that harm or lack consideration for the well-being of others, often violating social norms or laws.

Personality

The distinct blend of feelings, attitudes, and actions characterizing a person's responses.