Despite the complexity of prenatal development, the large majority of all babies are born without serious congenital abnormalities
Explain the reasons for this high incidence of
normality, and explain what, if anything, we can do to increase it.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Students should mention that most abnormal embryos are aborted spontaneously,
often before the woman knows that she is pregnant, and that the rate of failure of
fertilized eggs to implant is very high. Abstinence or moderation of drug usage, as
well as social support, during pregnancy, can reduce risk. Techniques such as more
sophisticated prenatal testing and even surgery should enable potential parents to
make informed decisions about aborting or continuing with pregnancies that are
found to be defective.
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Emotionality is the tendency to become aroused easily
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
According to your textbook, the finding that more educated people tend to be a little happier than the less educated appears to occur because higher education generally results in
a. better health and a longer life. b. more hobbies and leisure time. c. higher income and more social status. d. more personal accomplishments and a diversity of interests.