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Developmental Psychology

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49. A neonate born prematurely is at critical risk for what developmental complications?

A. Early onset of puberty.
B. Respiratory distress, cognitive delays, and sensory impairments.
C. Enhanced physical strength.
D. Accelerated language development.
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36. A 4-year-old insists on doing things “by myself!” and throws a tantrum when denied. According to Erikson, this behavior aligns with what stage?

A. Trust vs. Mistrust.
B. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt.
C. Initiative vs. Guilt.
D. Industry vs. Inferiority.
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37. When assessing an infant’s social-emotional development, what technical indicator is crucial for observing early attachment?

A. The infant's weight gain.
B. The infant's response to separation from and reunion with the primary caregiver.
C. The infant's ability to stack blocks.
D. The infant's babbling patterns.
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38. A 68-year-old recently retired individual expresses feelings of emptiness and a lack of purpose. What is the clinical concept relevant to this developmental stage?

A. Identity vs. Role Confusion.
B. Generativity vs. Stagnation.
C. Ego Integrity vs. Despair.
D. Intimacy vs. Isolation.
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39. A couple struggling to conceive seeks advice on factors affecting prenatal development. What is a critical piece of advice regarding the father’s health?

A. The father's health prior to conception has no impact on fetal development.
B. The father's age, exposure to toxins, and lifestyle choices can impact sperm quality and fetal health.
C. Only maternal health matters.
D. Only genetic factors are relevant from the father.
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40. A preschool teacher observes a child consistently engaging in solitary, repetitive play, despite attempts to encourage social interaction. From a clinical perspective, what should be considered?

A. Normal shyness.
B. Early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
C. A preference for independent play.
D. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
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41. A 10-year-old child starts refusing to go to school, complaining of excessive worry about their parents’ safety. What is the urgent clinical concern?

A. Normal childhood worries.
B. Separation Anxiety Disorder, requiring immediate assessment and intervention.
C. Learning disability.
D. Oppositional Defiant Disorder.
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44. A 85-year-old resident in a nursing home exhibits sudden onset of disorientation, agitation, and visual hallucinations. What is the urgent clinical action?

A. Assume it's advanced dementia and increase sedation.
B. Check for underlying medical causes (e.g., infection, medication side effects) and initiate immediate medical workup for delirium.
C. This is a normal part of aging.
D. Refer for psychiatric evaluation in 2 weeks.
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45. A debate about “nature vs. nurture” in developmental psychology is ongoing. What is the critical modern understanding of this debate?

A. Nature is solely responsible for development.
B. Nurture is solely responsible for development.
C. Development is a complex interplay between genetic predispositions and environmental influences.
D. The debate has been resolved in favor of nature.
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32. A 30-year-old is struggling to balance work demands with the responsibilities of young children and aging parents. According to the lifespan perspective, what is this indicative of?

A. A midlife crisis.
B. Normative developmental tasks and role strain in early adulthood.
C. A sign of poor time management.
D. A unique, pathological situation.
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34. A 7-year-old is found hiding and refusing to go to school, complaining of stomachaches every morning. What is the urgent clinical concern?

A. Malingering to avoid school.
B. Separation Anxiety Disorder or School Phobia, requiring immediate investigation.
C. Normal childhood worry.
D. Poor academic performance.
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35. A child demonstrates excellent fine motor skills but struggles with gross motor coordination, often tripping and bumping into things. What is a critical consideration for a developmental specialist?

A. Focus only on reinforcing fine motor skills.
B. Assess for specific developmental coordination disorder (DCD) or other underlying neurological issues.
C. Assume it's a temporary clumsiness.
D. Encourage more sedentary activities.
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21. An 18-month-old uses only single words and points to communicate, while peers are combining 2-3 words. What is the urgent recommendation for parents?

A. Wait and see, language develops at its own pace.
B. Seek an immediate speech-language pathology evaluation.
C. Read more books to the child.
D. Enroll the child in a preschool program.
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