Recent Evidence Suggests That __________

question 75

Multiple Choice

Recent evidence suggests that __________.

• A) most children show a steady increase in rate of word learning that continues through the preschool years
• B) toddlers undergo an initial spurt in vocabulary around 18 months
• C) toddlers transition from a faster to a slower language learning pace around 18 months
• D) most toddlers experience a decline in their ability to categorize experiences by the middle of the second year

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Definitions:

Behavior Therapist

A mental health professional who uses principles of behaviorism to treat psychological disorders and modify harmful behaviors.

Childhood

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Biopsychosocial Model

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