Middle Childhood Development: Physical Growth, Cognitive Advancement and Motor Skills

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Psychology - Developmental Psychology

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The age range for middle childhood is from _____ to 12 years.

During middle childhood, children grow approximately _____ inches per year.

Conditions such as growth hormone deficiency and Turner syndrome can cause _____ stature.

Proper nutrition is linked to positive _____ traits.

Lack of access to nutrition in middle childhood can lead to _____ growth.

Accidents are the leading cause of death for individuals aged _____ to 44.

For ages 45-74, _____ is the leading cause of death.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for individuals aged _____ and older.

Increased myelin around nerve cells improves _____ motor skills in middle childhood.

Muscle coordination advances in middle childhood, affecting _____ motor skills.

Older children in middle childhood are likely to engage in activities such as sports and _____.

The concrete operational stage, according to Piaget, occurs between ages _____ and 12.

A criticism of Piaget is that he exaggerated the universality of progression through life _____.

During middle childhood, children's memories improve as information is better _____, stored, and retrieved.

Meta-memory involves understanding the processes that underlie _____ during middle childhood.

The zone of proximal development is described as 'I can do this with some _____.'

Language development during middle childhood is impacted by the communication _____ and child-directed language.

Over 32 million Americans use English as a _____ language.

The most common spoken language among US citizens is _____.

Schooling in middle childhood involves transferring society's body of knowledge, beliefs, and _____ to new generations.

Primary school in the US is a universal _____ and legal requirement.

Age is not a critical indicator of when children should _____ school.

Teaching a child to read involves learning letters and _____ sounds.

Multicultural education is based on several _____.

Intelligence is the capacity to understand the world, think rationally, and use resources _____ when faced with challenges.

Alfred Binet's legacy includes the invention of the concept of _____ quotient (IQ).

Intelligence tests share the premise that intelligence is composed of a single mental ability factor known as _____.

The Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children is one of the three main _____ instruments used today.

The Wechsler Intelligence Scales assess both verbal and _____ skills.

The Kaufman Assessment Battery for Children assesses the ability to use step-by-step thinking and integrate _____.

IQ scores from tests are reasonably good predictors of _____ performance.

IQ is calculated as a person's mental age divided by chronological age, multiplied by _____.

A normal distribution has most scores falling in the middle and few scores appearing toward the _____ of the range.

Alternative conceptions of intelligence dispute the notion that intelligence is _____.

Fluid intelligence involves the global capacity to reason and the ability to learn new things and solve _____.

Crystallized intelligence is based on prior learning and past experiences and _____ with age.

Body-kinesthetic intelligence involves enjoying the movement of the body to solve a problem or _____.

Intrapersonal intelligence is the deep understanding of _____, often described as 'knowing who you are.'

Linguistic intelligence involves using language to express and understand _____.

Logical and mathematical intelligence involves strength in reasoning and recognizing daily _____ in life.

Naturalist intelligence involves sensitivity to features of the natural world and a strong appreciation for the _____.

Existential intelligence involves a deep desire to ponder questions about life, death, and ultimate _____.

Spatial intelligence is the ability to represent the spatial world in one's mind, often referred to as being _____.

Musical rhythmic intelligence involves a strong sense of rhythm and the ability to hear and manipulate patterns in _____.

Interpersonal intelligence is the ability to understand other people and work well in _____ and groups.

Robert Sternberg's view of intelligence includes the componential, experiential, and _____ sub-theories.

Crystallized intelligence is a type of intelligence that remains _____ throughout life.

The Bell Curve controversy argues that IQ is primarily _____ and that ethnic differences in intelligence exist.

In Erikson's stage of development for middle childhood, the conflict is industry versus _____.

Openness, one of the big five personality traits, involves being adventurous and having a broad range of _____.

Conscientiousness involves being organized, detail-oriented, and valuing preparation and _____.

Extraversion is characterized by sociability and deriving energy from being around other _____.

Agreeableness involves cooperative behavior and traits such as trust, altruism, and _____.

Neuroticism is characterized by high emotional instability and difficulty recovering from _____ events.

Bandura's Model of Reciprocal Determinism includes person, environment, and _____ as key components.

Factors in self-esteem include biological factors like genetic predispositions and environmental factors like parenting _____.

Social support factors include family, friendships, and _____.

In children's descriptions of others, psychological constructs increase while behavioral comparisons _____.

In Piaget's theory of moral development, heteronomous morality views justice and rules as unchangeable properties of the _____.

Autonomous morality in Piaget's theory involves understanding that rules are created by people and considering the actor's _____ in judging actions.

Immanent justice in Piaget's theory suggests that if a rule is broken, punishment will be meted out _____.

In Kohlberg's pre-conventional moral stage, right and wrong are defined by what one gets _____ for.

In Kohlberg's conventional moral stage, being good means doing your duty to _____.

In Kohlberg's post-conventional stage, right and wrong are determined by personal values and universal ethical _____.

At around age 10, the view of friendship changes with the key concept of reciprocal _____.

Reasons for gender segregation include play compatibility and cognitive _____.

Children recognize their own gender and others' as early as age _____ or 3.

Families should seek support groups and mental health professionals for children with gender _____.

First-born children are often described as responsible, motivated, and _____.

Middle-born children often feel left out and are described as social and _____.

Last-born children are often seen as uncomplicated, fun, and _____.

The only child is often described as seeking approval, being sensitive, and a natural _____.

Physical activity tends to decline as adolescents age, with _____% of adolescents aged 12-19 being overweight.

Puberty is associated with weight gain, and _____% of females aged 12-18 are anorexic.

During normal development, the cardiopulmonary system experiences an increase in size and capacity, with a tripling of _____.

In middle childhood, the nervous system notes increased myelination, leading to refinement in _____ skills.

Sensory changes cease in adolescence, with vestibular maturation complete by ages _____ to 14.

Motor development peaks during late adolescence and is influenced by genetics, growth, and _____.

Factors affecting motor development in ages 13-18 include genetics and the age of onset of _____.

Cognitive development in adolescence includes the ability to reason effectively and plan for the _____.

Moral development in adolescents lays the groundwork for honesty and pro-social behaviors such as _____.

Learning disabilities in adolescence can include problems with reading, writing, and _____.

Adolescence is the first time when people have the cognitive capacity to consciously sort through who they are and what makes them _____.

Self-concept involves a set of beliefs about one's attributes, roles, and goals, while self-esteem involves evaluating how one feels about one's _____.

Emotional intelligence involves developing empathy and learning to resolve conflict _____.

Peer relationships in adolescence provide a temporary reference point for developing identity and help teens develop moral judgment and _____.

Dating and sexual behavior typically begin between ages _____ and 16, often occurring in group settings.

A strong sense of closeness in family relationships is associated with better emotional development and school _____.

Positive relationships with teachers and schools are characterized by a strong sense of attachment, bonding, and _____.

Working more than 20 hours a week during high school can increase the risk of negative outcomes such as lower educational _____.

Community factors in adolescence include socio-economic characteristics and the types of resources _____.

Young people often overestimate their capacities to handle new situations, leading to _____ behaviors.

Adolescent risk-taking is often a form of modeling and romanticizing _____ behavior.

Factors associated with positive resilience include stable relationships with caring adults and a positive family _____.

Primary aging involves inevitable changes, while secondary aging involves changes caused by illness or _____.

Cognitive ability declines faster with every passing decade as measured by the mini mental state _____.

Aging involves a gradual loss of speed, with every body function being _____.

Males have a lower proportion of white matter in the left brain hemisphere compared to females, who have an equal portion of gray matter in each _____.

Physical functioning changes are balanced between physical demand and capacity, with strength and speed peaking in the early _____ and 30s.

Aerobic exercise can impact VO2 max at nearly every stage, reflecting the cumulative effects of a sedentary _____.

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