Myelination of the Human Spinal Cord and Brain Begins About

question 119

True/False

 Myelination of the human spinal cord and brain begins about 24 weeks following conception and is complete by the age of about 18 months.

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Definitions:

Displacement

In psychology, a defense mechanism where an individual shifts emotional reactions from a real source of distress to a safer or more acceptable substitute.

Intense Reaction

A highly amplified emotional or physical response to a specific trigger or situation.

Projection

A defense mechanism where an individual attributes their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.

Interlocking Monologues

A communication pattern where individuals talk at each other without really listening or responding to what the other has said, often found in young children's play but can occur in adult interactions.