Intellectual Development in infants

What is so important to the functioning of nerve cells that scientist believe its absence plays  a role in some diseases, such as multiple sclerosis?

• Myelin

• Axon

• Dendrite

• None of the above

When does brain development happen fastest?

• the first month of life

• age 10, before puberty

• the first year of life

• age 18

Answer explanation

Brain development happens faster in the first year than in any other time of life.

Babies begin to make fine distinctions in hearing at what age?

• 1 day old

• 4 days old

• 1 month old

• 6 months old

The part of a nerve cell that branches like a tree limb.

• myelin

• axon

• dendrite

• none of the above

A chemical in the brain that acts as a messenger between neurons

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• myelin

• neurotransmitter

Which of the following best describes the function of the spinal cord?

• A) It serves as the main control center for the body's voluntary movements.

• B) It acts as a conduit for transmitting signals between the brain and the peripheral nervous system.

• C) It regulates vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

• D) It is responsible for processing sensory information and generating appropriate motor responses.

What is the primary function of the brain stem?

• A) It controls voluntary movements and motor coordination.

• B) It processes and interprets sensory information from the body.

• C) It regulates vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and digestion.

• D) It plays a crucial role in higher-level cognitive functions such as memory and learning.

What is Erik Erikson primarily known for?

• A) Developing the theory of classical conditioning in psychology.

• B) Introducing the concept of multiple intelligences.

• C) Proposing the stages of psychosocial development.

• D) Pioneering the field of cognitive development in children.

What are some benefits of babywearing?

• A) Improved social development and bonding between parent and baby.

• B) Increased risk of developmental delays in infants.

• C) Enhanced physical fitness and strength for the caregiver.

• D) Reduced attachment and emotional connection between parent and baby.

What is Jean Piaget primarily known for?

• A) Developing the theory of psychoanalysis in psychology.

• B) Introducing the concept of operant conditioning.

• C) Proposing the stages of moral development.

• D) Pioneering the field of cognitive development in children.