Developmental Psychology Chapter Quiz
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What term is used to describe drugs that cause visible fetal deformities?

  • Toxic
  • Carcinogenic
  • Mutagenic
  • Teratogenic (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a common sign of impending labor?

  • Ruptured membranes
  • Mild contractions
  • Severe abdominal pain (correct)
  • Blood-tainted vaginal discharge

    • What is the first stage of childbirth, also known as parturition?

  • Cervical dilation
  • Fetal movement
  • Labor (correct)
  • Delivery of the placenta

    • Which type of medications should be avoided during pregnancy due to fetal sensitivity?

    <p>OTC and prescription medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the final phase of parturition?

    <p>Expelling the baby</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does developmental psychology primarily study?

    <p>Age-related changes throughout the human life span</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypothesis in the context of developmental psychology research?

    <p>A testable prediction derived from a theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs around day 14 of a woman's menstrual cycle?

    <p>Ovulation takes place, releasing an egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure assists in transporting the ovum into the fallopian tube?

    <p>Fimbriae from the ovaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What forms if fertilization of the ovum occurs?

    <p>A zygote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does object permanence typically emerge in infants?

    <p>9 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process involves modifying existing concepts to incorporate new information?

    <p>Accommodation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cognitive ability is demonstrated by toddlers in stage 6 (months 18-24)?

    <p>Representational thought</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the process of assimilation?

    <p>Applying existing concepts to new situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main idea behind Piaget's theory of cognitive development?

    <p>Cognitive development arises from a combination of adaptation and equilibrium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for the developing organism from conception until the 8th week of gestation?

    <p>Embryo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of learning during Piaget's sensorimotor stage?

    <p>Sensory and motor exploration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term cephalocaudal refer to in fetal development?

    <p>Development beginning with the head and progressing to the lower body and limbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Piaget propose about the progression through cognitive stages?

    <p>Children go through cognitive stages in a fixed order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what point in gestation is fertilization considered complete?

    <p>When the sperm's nucleus fuses with the egg's nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the age range associated with Piaget's sensorimotor stage?

    <p>Birth to 2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential effect can maternal drug exposure have on a developing fetus?

    <p>It can cause fetal abnormalities even in normal dosages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Piaget contribute to understanding cognitive development?

    <p>He developed a theory based on observations of children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the zygote's sex?

    <p>The presence or absence of a Y chromosome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Piaget, how do infants learn during the sensorimotor stage?

    <p>Through sensory experiences and physical interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does accommodation involve?

    <p>Alteration of previous concepts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of equilibrium in Piaget's theory?

    <p>To adapt to changes in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example illustrates the concept of accommodation?

    <p>Understanding that whales are mammals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does equilibrium affect children’s development?

    <p>By removing inconsistencies in their understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best captures the idea of equilibrium?

    <p>It seeks harmony between personal perspectives and the surrounding world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Stage 1 in Piaget's sensorimotor stage?

    <p>Infants use reflexes to interact with their environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which substage do infants begin to repeat actions that accidentally produce effects?

    <p>Stage 2 (months 1 - 4)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substage involves infants exploring the effects of their behaviors on the environment?

    <p>Stage 3 (months 4 - 8)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key developmental behavior seen in Stage 4?

    <p>Infants engage in goal-oriented behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of infants' learning during the sensorimotor stage?

    <p>Interacting with their environment to learn cause and effect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three types of memory distinguished by researchers?

    <p>Sensory memory, short-term memory, long-term memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age do language skills typically begin to emerge in children?

    <p>During the first 2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is representational thinking and its relation to language development?

    <p>A foundational skill for developing language in preschoolers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of development influences the timing of language acquisition in children?

    <p>Cognitive development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct sequence in the development of language skills in children?

    <p>Understanding spoken and written words before producing language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes preschoolers' participation in their cognitive development?

    <p>They actively attempt to understand and organize patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cognitive limitation do preschoolers commonly experience?

    <p>Confusion between appearances and reality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following activities is NOT typical during Piaget's preoperational stage?

    <p>Consistent logical reasoning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the cognitive development of preschoolers, they show a strong fascination with what?

    <p>Words and language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age range does Piaget's preoperational stage cover?

    <p>2 to 7 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of children in the preoperational stage according to Piaget?

    <p>They cannot perform reversible mental operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the development of a theory of mind in children entail?

    <p>Predicting others' thoughts and actions based on personal experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of Piaget's preoperational stage has been critiqued by recent research?

    <p>The belief that all preoperational children lack logical thinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Piaget, what does the term 'operational' refer to?

    <p>Reversible mental or physical actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the thinking abilities of preoperational children?

    <p>They allow for some understanding of others' viewpoints and circumstances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Fertilization

    • Fertilization is complete when the sperm's nucleus fuses with the egg's nucleus
    • The sex of the zygote is determined by the presence or absence of a Y chromosome
    • Implantation occurs a week after conception
    • After implantation, the zygote is called an embryo for the first 8 weeks of gestation

    Fetal Development

    • Following the first 8 weeks until birth, the developing organism is referred to as a fetus
    • Fetal development occurs in cephalocaudal order, from the head to the lower body and extremities
    • This sequential development results in the head of a typical fetus being disproportionately larger than the rest of its body

    Chemical Exposure

    • Many chemicals easily pass from the mother to the fetus
    • Even seemingly harmless drugs like antihistamines and caffeine can cause fetal abnormalities
    • A normal dosage of a drug for the mother may be an overdose for the fetus

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    Test your knowledge on key concepts in developmental psychology and childbirth. This quiz covers topics such as stages of labor, fetal development, and cognitive abilities in infants. Challenge yourself with questions related to important theories and processes in the field.

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