According to the Plasticity Principle in Development, Individuals Can Alter

question 34

Multiple Choice

According to the plasticity principle in development, individuals can alter the course of their own development by:

• A) seeking genetic therapy.
• B) accelerating the rate of the social clock.
• C) describing the changes that occur in their bodies.
• D) engaging in physical and mental exercise.

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Definitions:

Placental Barrier

Refers to the cellular and structural barrier formed by the placenta, which separates the mother's blood from the fetus's blood, allowing exchange of nutrients and waste while protecting the fetus from harmful substances.

Unborn Child

A developing fetus or embryo that has not yet been born, typically in the context of pregnancy.

Rooting Reflex

An innate reflex in newborns that prompts them to turn their head towards a touch on their cheek, facilitating the baby's search for a nipple to begin feeding.

Infant Son

A young male child in the earliest period of life, typically before he can walk or talk.