As Long as Negative Environmental Influences Such as Poor Nutrition

question 90

Multiple Choice

As long as negative environmental influences such as poor nutrition and illness are not severe,children and adolescents typically show __________ growth.

• A) cephalocaudal
• B) proximodistal
• C) thyroid-stimulating
• D) catch-up

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Definitions:

Gender Schema Theory

A cognitive theory which posits that people learn gender roles and behaviors through the socialization process, shaping their understanding and behaviors according to gender-specific expectations.

Gender Constancy

The understanding that one's gender identity is fixed and remains constant over time, regardless of external changes in appearance or behavior.

Social Development

The increasing complexity of behavior patterns used in relationships with other people.

Personality Development

The growth and changes in a person's character and behavior patterns over time.