PSY100Y5 Chapter Notes - Chapter 11: Moral Reasoning, Menopause, Dishabituation
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Development is the sequence of age-related changes that occur as a person progresses from conception to death. Zygote - a one-celled organism formed by the union of a sperm and an egg. The prenatal period extends from conception to birth, usually encompassing nine months of pregnancy. Embryonic stage: the embryonic stage - 2 weeks until the end of 2 months of gestation. Fetal stage: the fetal stage - 2 months to birth, 22 - 26 weeks baby reaches the age of viability the age at which a baby can survive in the event of a premature birth. Expectant mothers must follow the canada"s food guide to encounter only few difficulties regarding weight and nutrition. Increase risk of birth complications and neurological defects. Prenatal malnutrition increases child"s chances of having schizophrenia and other psychiatric disorders. Low birth weight = increase risk of heart disease and diabetes.
