Define Selective Mutism and Discuss the Various Aspects of Prevalence

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Essay

Define selective mutism and discuss the various aspects of prevalence (e.g., gender, age, race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status).

Explain the biological basis of musical ability and the effects of music training on the brain.

Describe the physical properties of sound waves and how they are translated into auditory perception.

Understand the causes, symptoms, and prevention methods for auditory conditions such as tinnitus.

Comprehend how prosody is managed in the brain and its importance in communication.

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Definitions:

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A range of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication.

Fraternal Twins

Twins that develop from two separate eggs fertilized by two different sperm cells, resulting in siblings that are genetically unique from each other.

Identical Twins

Twins who develop from a single fertilized egg, therefore sharing all their genes, and are genetically identical to each other.

Epigenetics

The exploration of organism changes brought about by the adjustment of gene expression rather than by modifying the genetic sequence.