All of the Following Have Been Shown to Negatively Affect

question 121

Multiple Choice

All of the following have been shown to negatively affect brain development, EXCEPT:

• A) receiving poor nutrition
• B) being breastfed
• C) having low birth weight
• D) maternal smoking

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Definitions:

Harsh Verbal Discipline

The use of aggressive or demeaning language by a parent or caretaker towards a child, which can negatively affect the child’s self-esteem and behavior.

Early Childhood

The period of a child's life from birth to the age of eight, focusing on holistic development including physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth.

Developmentally Supportive

Practices or environments that promote and enhance an individual's developmental progress and well-being according to their age and abilities.

Conflict

A serious disagreement or argument, typically a prolonged one, which can occur between individuals, groups, or within an individual.