PYSC 101 MODULE 7 EXAM
Describe an example of someone experiencing maturation.Maturation can be physical,
emotional or cognitive- becoming more advanced. An example of someone
experiencing maturation can be a child that once at a younger age used to cry and
throw tantrums when their mother said no to something they wanted to buy when going
to the store with their mother- and now is not crying and throwing tantrums at the store
with their mother. This shows emotional maturation in the child because versus when
they were younger because they have matured and understand that they cannot get
their way or buy something every time they see something they like.
What type of development did Erik Erikson address? [answer2] Psychosocial
Erikson’s socioemotional stage during which middle-aged adults feel that they have left
behind a legacy or they may become self-absorbed and neglect the younger generation
is called: Generativity vs. stagnation
Answer the following question completely. Short essay answers should be in
clearly written in full sentences.
Of the three prenatal tests studied in the module, which carry a slight risk of
miscarriage? The amniocentesis test carries a slight risk of miscarriage.
True or false? The zygote forms during the Embryonic period. FALSE
Which position do experts now recommend that babies be placed in when sleeping, and
why?Experts recommend that practicing the "ABC's" of safe sleep - Alone, on their
backs, and in a crib is the safest way to be placed when sleeping. They recommend that
babies are not put on their side or tummy and there is no obstructions such as pillows,
blankets and other covers near their face to prevent SIDs (sudden infant death
syndrome) to make sure to promote easy breathing.
Of the following physical milestones in childhood, identify which are examples of fine
motor skills and which are gross motor: Skipping on one foot
Gross
True or false? Achieving a certain threshold of body fat is currently thought to be
a key trigger for the onset of puberty. TRUE
Describe an example of someone experiencing maturation.Maturation can be physical,
emotional or cognitive- becoming more advanced. An example of someone
experiencing maturation can be a child that once at a younger age used to cry and
throw tantrums when their mother said no to something they wanted to buy when going
to the store with their mother- and now is not crying and throwing tantrums at the store
with their mother. This shows emotional maturation in the child because versus when
they were younger because they have matured and understand that they cannot get
their way or buy something every time they see something they like.
What type of development did Erik Erikson address? [answer2] Psychosocial
Erikson’s socioemotional stage during which middle-aged adults feel that they have left
behind a legacy or they may become self-absorbed and neglect the younger generation
is called: Generativity vs. stagnation
Answer the following question completely. Short essay answers should be in
clearly written in full sentences.
Of the three prenatal tests studied in the module, which carry a slight risk of
miscarriage? The amniocentesis test carries a slight risk of miscarriage.
True or false? The zygote forms during the Embryonic period. FALSE
Which position do experts now recommend that babies be placed in when sleeping, and
why?Experts recommend that practicing the "ABC's" of safe sleep - Alone, on their
backs, and in a crib is the safest way to be placed when sleeping. They recommend that
babies are not put on their side or tummy and there is no obstructions such as pillows,
blankets and other covers near their face to prevent SIDs (sudden infant death
syndrome) to make sure to promote easy breathing.
Of the following physical milestones in childhood, identify which are examples of fine
motor skills and which are gross motor: Skipping on one foot
Gross
True or false? Achieving a certain threshold of body fat is currently thought to be
a key trigger for the onset of puberty. TRUE
