Human Growth and Development Questions

answer 4 questions: 200-400 words/each (depends on the questions)

INFANCY

1.Define synaptogenesis, synaptic pruning, and plasticity (using your own words).

CHILDHOOD

2.Describe the process of Cephalocaudal development. Provide an example.

ADOLESCENCE

3.Provide a brief definition for each of the following for adolescent brain & body development:

AGING

4.Choose your favorite theory of why we age and die. Explain it in your own words. Why do you think it is a good theory?