A Major Advantage of the Longitudinal Method of Studying Child

question 1

Multiple Choice

A major advantage of the longitudinal method of studying child development is the

• A) ability to control for participant loss.
• B) ability to explore the stability of behavior over time.
• C) ability to use experimental strategies and manipulate age as an independent variable.
• D) low cost, immediate reults.

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Definitions:

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A tiny region of the brain in the hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms, regulating the body's internal clock.

Circadian Rhythms

Physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a roughly 24-hour cycle, primarily responding to light and darkness in an organism's environment.

Pain Perception

The individual's experience and interpretation of pain, which can vary widely based on psychological and physiological factors.

Work Schedule

A predetermined or arranged set of working hours, shifts, or tasks designated for employees or workers.