DrThomas Wants to Determine Why Some Children Are Hyperactive,whereas Others

question 68

Multiple Choice

Dr.Thomas wants to determine why some children are hyperactive,whereas others are not.Which of the following motives for studying child development does this best represent?

• A) To gain insight into the origins of adult behavior
• B) To gain insight into sex differences and gender roles and the effects of culture on development
• C) To gain insight into the origins,prevention,and treatment of developmental problems
• D) All of the above

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Definitions:

Behavioral Geneticist

A scientist who studies the role of genetics in shaping behaviors, personality traits, and mental health disorders, often through twin and adoption studies.

Identical Twins

Twins that originate from a single fertilized egg that splits and develops into two genetically identical individuals.

Fraternal Twins

Twins that develop from two separate eggs fertilized by two different sperm, resulting in siblings that are genetically distinct.

Cerebral Hemispheres

The two halves of the brain, each responsible for different functions and controls the opposite side of the body.