Behavioral Teratogens Cause Physical Defects and Brain Abnormalities

question 44

True/False

Behavioral teratogens cause physical defects and brain abnormalities.

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Definitions:

Psychiatric Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by significant disturbances in an individual's cognitive, emotional, or behavioral functioning.

Antisocial Parents

Parents who exhibit behaviors that are hostile, disruptive, or violating societal norms, potentially influencing their children's behavior negatively.

Substance Use Disorder

Recurrent substance use that results in significant adverse consequences in social or occupational functioning, or use of a substance that impairs one’s performance in hazardous situations, for example drinking and driving.

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by problems with focus, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.