Research Demonstrates That Make-Believe Play Is

question 107

Multiple Choice

Research demonstrates that make-believe play is

• A) less frequent and rich in collectivist cultures than in individualistic cultures.
• B) a major means through which children extend their cognitive and social skills.
• C) usually initiated by toddlers rather than by their parents or older siblings.
• D) discovered by toddlers independently, once they are capable of representational schemes.

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Definitions:

Brain Plasticity

The ability of the brain to modify its connections or re-wire itself, allowing for adjustments in response to learning, experience, or injury.

Korsakoff Syndrome

A chronic memory disorder, often associated with heavy alcohol use over a long period, characterized by severe memory problems and confabulation.

New Neurons

Refers to neurons that are newly formed, especially in the adult brain, through a process called neurogenesis.

Motor Map

A representation within the brain, particularly within the motor cortices, that reflects the organization of motor control and input over various body parts.