Examlex
Use, abuse, and dependence are:
Language Acquisition Device
A hypothetical module proposed by Noam Chomsky, suggesting that the ability to learn language is innate to humans and pre-wired into the brain.
Built-In Mechanism
An innate or inherent structure or function within an organism that enables it to perform a specific task or respond to certain stimuli automatically.
Williams Syndrome
A rare genetic disorder characterized by medical problems, including cardiovascular disease, developmental delays, and unique personality traits, such as extreme friendliness.
Theoretically Fascinating
Refers to concepts or subjects that attract significant academic or speculative interest due to their complex and intriguing nature.
Q6: Six-year olds who were randomly assigned to
Q6: Kandel et al (1998) found the progression
Q11: A question on a math test contains
Q17: About what percent of adolescents fall into
Q27: A study that compared family environments of
Q28: Laws applying specifically to the practice of
Q69: Identical twins reared apart are more similar
Q72: How can researchers determine whether or not
Q162: The underlying logic of the language is
Q181: The "attentional blink' is the brief period