Omar Is 2 Months Old

question 38

Essay

Omar is 2 months old. Describe how his motor abilities are likely to unfold during the next year or so.

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Definitions:

Active Ingredient

The component of a medication, herb, or concoction that is biologically or pharmacologically responsible for its effects.

Inhibitory Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters that decrease the probability of the neuron firing action potentials, thereby reducing neural activity.

Excitatory Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers in the nervous system that increase the likelihood that a neuron will fire an action potential.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain, responsible for regulating sleep and wake cycles.