PSY 246

Low Stakes Two Last document update:   ago

The topic is maternal effects, which refers to the impact of a mother's environment, behavior, or stress on the genetics or characteristics of her offspring. The lecture specifically discusses how maternal stress and alcohol consumption can have negative effects on fetal development, increasing the risk of genetic abnormalities and autism spectrum disorder. The speaker emphasizes the importance of treating pregnancy with peace and care to ensure a healthy relationship between mother and child.

Low Stakes One Last document update:   ago

The first topic is about a study on spanking, which showed that spanking does not effectively teach children or adolescents appropriate behavior and may lead to maladaptive behavior and low self-esteem. The second topic is about the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines, which recommend 60 minutes of physical activity, no more than 2 hours of screen time, and 9-11 hours of sleep per day for children. Following these guidelines is beneficial for a child's healthy growth and development, especiall...

Low Stakes Three Last document update:   ago

This response covers several topics, including Montessori's learning theory and Freud's defense mechanisms. Montessori's approach emphasizes a child's independence in learning, while Freud's theory explores the various ways people defend themselves against negative thoughts and impulses, such as repression, denial, projection, displacement, regression, and sublimation. The id, ego, and superego are also important components of Freud's theory, representing different aspects of the mind and ...