Fetal Development and Substance Abuse
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What do we look for when we want to see if the brain stem is developing?

reflexes

What happens when a baby cries more and runs to their mom for comfort?

The baby seeks comfort from the mom.

What is avoided when a person can't afford something, as described in the scenario with Heinz?

short-term reward

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Fetal Development

  • A substance that can hurt the fetus can affect brain stem development
  • Blood flow and nutrients from the mother are essential for fetal development

Infant Development

  • Reflexes are essential for the infant to orient their body in space
  • Infants have a sucking reflex, which helps them feed and self-soothe
  • Infants are able to move their arms and legs, and can lift their head while on their stomach
  • Infants can recognize their mother's voice and have a strong instinct to cling to their caregivers

Emotional Regulation

  • Infants experience emotions from birth, including joy, anger, and distress
  • Infants are highly reactive and sensitive to their environment
  • High reactivity is associated with greater emotional arousal and distress
  • Mood regulation is critical for infant development and is influenced by caregiver interactions

Parent-Infant Interaction

  • Infants look to their caregivers for comfort and reassurance
  • Caregivers provide a sense of safety and security for infants
  • Infants are highly attuned to their caregivers and can sense their emotions
  • Parent-infant interaction is critical for developing emotional regulation and attachment

Social and Moral Development

  • Infants as young as six months old can distinguish between right and wrong
  • Children develop moral understanding through social interactions and learning from others
  • Children begin to develop empathy and understand the perspectives of others
  • Moral development is influenced by societal norms and expectations

Learning and Cognition

  • Children are curious and motivated to learn and understand their environment
  • Hands-on learning and exploration are essential for cognitive development
  • Children develop complex thinking and problem-solving skills over time
  • Learning is influenced by social and cultural factors
  • Intelligence and cognitive development are shaped by multiple factors, including genetics and environment

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This quiz covers the effects of substance abuse on fetal development, including the impact on the brain and blood vessels.

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