According to Piaget, a child constructs new mental processes as he or she interacts with the environment. The following terms represent core cognitive processes in Piaget's theory: schemata, assimilation, accommodation, and equilibrium. Define each term and identify which one of the processes best represents the following two scenarios:
Definitions:
Parkinson's Disease
A progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, causing symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia (slowness of movement).
Dopamine
A neurotransmitter in the brain associated with pleasure, movement, and motivation.
Neurons
The basic working units of the brain and nervous system responsible for receiving sensory input, processing information, and transmitting signals.
Myelin Sheaths
Insulating layers that form around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord, which enable faster transmission of electrical impulses.
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