The Case of "Genie" Discussed in Your Textbook Demonstrates

question 132

Multiple Choice

The case of "Genie" discussed in your textbook demonstrates:

• A) how autism can affect behaviour
• B) the negative impact of social isolation on normal development
• C) that brain development is relatively unaffected by one's early environment
• D) that early language develops even in the absence of environmental stimulation

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Definitions:

Verbal Relationships

The connection and interaction between individuals through spoken or written language.

Prosocial Children

Children who exhibit behaviors that are intended to benefit others, such as sharing, comforting, or helping.

Reasoning

The process of thinking about something in a logical way in order to form a conclusion or judgment.

Inductive

An intellectual procedure that involves synthesizing a number of premises, deemed true or usually validated, to achieve a distinct conclusion.