Once Cretinism Is Detected During Infancy,the Child Is Treated to Prevent

question 192

Multiple Choice

Once cretinism is detected during infancy,the child is treated to prevent a severe intellectual disability by

• A) being placed on a special diet that restricts phenylalinine as early as possible.
• B) surgical implantation of a tube to drain fluid from the brain into the abdomen to minimize brain damage.
• C) being placed on thyroid hormone replacement.
• D) being given large doses of vitamin A and B-12.

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic View

A psychological perspective that focuses on unconscious processes and childhood experiences in shaping behavior and personality.

Primary Gain

In psychoanalytic theory, the direct internal benefits derived from manifesting a psychological symptom, such as relief from anxiety or conflict.

Cognitive-Behavioral

Relating to a therapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic procedure.

Psychodynamic

A psychological perspective that emphasizes unconscious psychological processes (for example, wishes and fears of which we're not fully aware) and contends that childhood experiences are crucial in shaping adult personality.