Regarding Teratogens and Birth Defects, Which of the Following Statements

question 493

Multiple Choice

Regarding teratogens and birth defects, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Radiation, lead, and pesticides are considered teratogens.
• B)Cystic fibrosis, PKU, and hemophilia are considered teratogens.
• C)Pregnant women do have direct control over many teratogens.
• D)Repeated heavy drinking during pregnancy is the most common cause of birth defects in the United States.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Assessment

Process that includes the identification and measurement of meaningful response units (including overt behavior, feelings, and cognitions) and their controlling variables (both environmental and organismic) for the purposes of understanding and altering human behavior.

Triadic Reciprocality Model

A theory in psychology that posits human behavior is influenced by the interaction between personal factors, behavior, and the environment.

Controlling Variables

The practice of keeping variables constant or regulated in an experiment to ensure that the results are due to the variable being tested.

Unstructured Observation

Unstructured observation is a qualitative research method where the observer records behavior in a natural setting without a predetermined system or criteria.