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    Directions:  This is your opportunity to review and focus on parts of the textbook and demonstrate that you understand the main topics. Each topic has several parts you MUST respond to each part of each question to get the full points.  Each answer is your book. Please make your answers as brief as possible while answering completely. Full sentences are not necessary. I have left this as a word document so that you can type your answers directly into this document.

    Topic 1: Lifespan Perspective/Research Methods
    List the periods of human development.
    List and define the three general domains/dimensions of development (Multidimensional) Define the scientific method

    Topic 2: Heredity
    Define genes AND give an example of dominant and recessive genes
    Describe some genetic disorders, due to a gene defect, and chromosomal disorders
    Describe the function of genetic counseling and why individuals may seek genetic counseling Define epigenetics

    Topic 3: Prenatal Development and Birth
    Describe the changes that occur in the three periods of prenatal development
    Explain the types of prenatal assessment
    Describe both the minor and major complications of pregnancy
    Describe how expectant parents prepare for childbirth
    Describe the stages of vaginal delivery
    Explain why a caesarean or induced birth is necessary
    Describe the two common procedures to assess the condition of the newborn

    Topic 4: Physical Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood
    Summarize overall physical growth during infancy
    Describe the growth of the brain during infancy
    Explain infant sleep
    Identify newborn reflexes in newborns
    Explain the merits of breastfeeding and when to introduce more solid foods
    Discuss the nutritional concerns of marasmus and kwashiorkor

    Topic 5: Cognitive Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood
    Compare the Piagetian concepts of schema, assimilation, and accommodation
    Describe the characteristics of infant memory
    Describe components and developmental progression of language
    Identify and compare the theories of language

    Topic 6: Psychosocial Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood
    Identify styles of temperament and explore goodness-of-fit
    Describe infant stranger wariness, and separation anxiety 
    Contrast styles of attachment according to the Strange Situation Technique
    Explain the factors that influence attachment

    Topic 7: Physical Development in Early Childhood
    Summarize the overall physical growth in early childhood
    Summarize the changes in gross and motor skills
    Describe when a child is ready for toilet training
    Identify nutritional concerns in early childhood

    Topic 8: Psychosocial Development in Early Childhood

    Summarize the main theories of gender development
    Explain the terms transgender, gender dysphoria, and intersex
    Describe the major parenting styles and their consequences for children
    Summarize the types of play in which children engage
    Describe the influence of the media on young childrens social development

    Topic 9: Physical Development in Middle and Late Childhood
    Summarize the overall physical growth in middle childhood
    Describe the positive effects of sports
    Describe reasons for a lack of participation in youth sports
    Explain current trends regarding being overweight in childhood, the negative consequences of excess weight, the lack of recognition of being overweight, and interventions to normalize weight

    Topic 10: Cognitive Development in Middle and Late Childhood

    Describe language development and explain the three types of communication disorders Describe the theories of intelligence, including general g, triarchic theory, and Gardners multiple intelligences
    Explain how intelligence is measured, the tests used to assess intelligence, the extremes in intelligence, and the concern of bias.
    Identify common disabilities in childhood and the legislation that protects them educationally
    Practical Application

    List 3 specific ideas or concepts that you have learned from the first 5 chapters of the book that you will apply in your personal or professional life. It can be any topic in the textbook or from any of the websites we have visited.

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