In MOST Cases, the Greatest Vulnerability to Teratogens Occurs During

question 18

Multiple Choice

In MOST cases, the greatest vulnerability to teratogens occurs during the _____ period of prenatal development.

• A)embryonic
• B)fetal
• C)germinal
• D)postnatal

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Definitions:

Depression

A mental disorder manifested by a chronic sense of despair or indifference towards hobbies, seriously impeding daily undertakings.

Fragmentation

The process or state of breaking or being broken into small or separate parts.

Thought Processes

The mental operations involved in cognitive activities such as decision-making, problem-solving, and reasoning.

Psychological Disorder

A disorder of the mind involving thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that cause either significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.