The Newborn Infant Has a Number of _______________ Such as Sucking,grasping,and

question 13

Multiple Choice

The newborn infant has a number of _______________ such as sucking,grasping,and rooting that aid in his or her survival.

• A)instincts
• B)traits
• C)motor reflexes
• D)innate perceptual abilities

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Definitions:

Circadian Rhythm

The internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours.

EEG Activity

The recording of electrical activity along the scalp produced by the firing of neurons within the brain, typically used to diagnose sleep disorders, epilepsy, and brain diseases.

Light Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by low amplitude, high frequency brain waves and easier arousal compared to deeper sleep stages.

Socio-historical Context

The mix of social and historical factors at a specific time that affect the environment surrounding an individual or community.