Prenatal Development 3.5 / 5 based on 2 ratings ? PsychologyUniversityNone Created by: Abby O'ConnorCreated on: 20-01-13 15:42 What are the 3 stages of prenatal development? Zygote, Embryo and Foetal 1 of 8 How long does each stage last? 0-2 weeks, 2-8 weeks and 8 weeks + 2 of 8 During which stage is damage to the baby most harmful and why? Zygote stage as this is where organ development is most critical. 3 of 8 What are teratogens and give some examples. Substances, which when ingested by mother can be harmful to the baby. e.g. cocaine, nicotine, alcohol 4 of 8 Discuss Ness et al's study Studies miscarriages and non miscarriages large inner city sample, urine analysis found cocaine increases miscarriage 1.4x and tobacco 1.8x 5 of 8 What disorder can drinking alcohol lead to? F.A.S - affects the CNS. Connor et al - impaired motor ability, language, concentration 6 of 8 What methods help us to gain insight from foetus'? FHR - FOETAL HEART RATE 7 of 8 Research showing insight from newborns? De casper et al and Hepper - babies can hear before birth 8 of 8
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