PSYC 2500 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Genetic Disorder, Developmental Psychology, Conduct Disorder
18 Jan 2019
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The study of the development of psychological disorders in childhood. The study of the basic mechanisms that cause developmental pathways to diverge toward pathological or typical outcomes. Occurs within multiple contexts; home, school, community. Is a dynamic interplay of genetic, physiological, biological, cognitive, social, emotional, and cultural influences across time. 23rd pair are sex chromosomes (xx or xy) The first ivf baby, louise brown, was born in 1978. 8 million babies have been born since then using ivf. Getting medical help to have children continues to surge in popularity. 23,000 treatment cycles performed in 2011 at 32 clinics across the country. Fewer than 5% of infertile couples use ivf as a treatment option. 400x estimated amount by which mothers are more likely to have triplets or quadruplets if they undergo fertility treatments. Misconception is safe, acceptable, appropriate and cute. Mother"s health is risked due to strain on the body and organs.
