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Module 5 (psyc 140) Questions And Answers
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Module 5 (psyc 140)Physical Patterns seen during middle childhood include grow, on average, two to three inches per year
gain five to seven pounds per year
Physical features change subtly as well
baby fat decreases
muscle mass increases
increased fine motor skills
increased gross motor skills
cephalocaudal pattern which begins with the head, has now resulted in head circumference becoming
more in proportion with total body height.
proximodistal pattern of growth began with the trunk, has now progressed to the limbs
fine motor skills skills of many sorts can be learned and honed
gender differences can be observed in what motor development at this point
______ typically show greater gains in _______ motor skills.
______ are more advanced in ______ motor skills. Boys
,gross
Girls
fine
These differences may be due to what? How? both nature and nurture
boys' tendency toward movement and motion may result in more attention given to activities
emphasizing gross motor skills
girls tend to (or be encouraged to) sit still and focus on fine motor control, such as coloring.
child obesity A current problem in middle childhood (as well as other age groups) today is child obesity.
Obesity has _________ since the late 1970s for children in the United States doubled
The causes of childhood obesity include genetics, socioeconomic status (likely lack of education of
healthy behaviors + stress), poor behavioral patterns, and less physical activity.
psychological and social consequences of childhood obesity (Polivy & Herman, 2002).
include:
low self-esteem, depression, and social exclusion.
The recommended treatment for child obesity is behavioral
unhealthy behaviors need to be changed, and positive reinforcement given for successes.
Ideally, the entire family should be involved in the changes, partly since obesity is often a family
problem.
, consequences of childhood obesity High blood pressure and high cholesterol, which are risk factors for
cardiovascular disease.
Increased risk of impaired glucose tolerance, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes.
Breathing problems, such as asthma and sleep apnea.
Joint problems and musculoskeletal discomfort.
Fatty liver disease, gallstones, and gastro-esophageal reflux (i.e., heartburn).
Psychological problems such as anxiety and depression.
Low self-esteem and lower self-reported quality of life.
Social problems such as bullying and stigma.
reasons for childhood obesity -Behaviors that influence excess weight gain
(eating high-calorie, low-nutrient foods and beverages, medication use and sleep routines, not getting
enough physical activity and spending too much time on sedentary activities such as watching television
or other screen devices)
-community/ enviroment
(childcare centers, schools, or communities can affect diet and activity)
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